Project Controls Analyst

clark; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark is seeking a Project Controls Analyst to serve as a financial resource for construction projects across multiple scopes. You will bridge operations and corporate finance, handling reporting, compliance and procurement on projects ranging from millions to billions in value.

You will participate in project accounting, administration, and extensive close-out activities, coordinating with project teams, subcontractors and owners to ensure accuracy and timelines.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or similar field
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly cost reports
• Support monthly project financial forecast
• Lead contract administration, change orders and procurement
• Monitor project cash flow and KPIs
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports
• Lead project close-out and turnover documents

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

SAP

Textura

Coupa

Google platforms

Job description

As a Project Controls Analyst, you will serve as a trusted financial resource for construction projects and the primary liaison between operations and corporate finance. This highly visible and fast-paced position is charged with financial reporting, compliance, and processing responsibilities over projects ranging in size from $20 million to $1 billion in contract value.

Responsibilities

This position will report directly to the Project Manager/Project Executive with input from the lead Project Controls Manager in the region. This individual will be in the middle of the action, working directly on our project sites and closely collaborating with our project team and trade partners.

Project Accounting & Administration

• Compiling owner requisition
• Internal audit finding resolution
• Subcontractor requisition and accounts payable processing
• Consumable materials purchasing and equipment inventory monitoring
• Management of field payroll
• Assist with project setup, closeout, and owner contract review and readiness
• Lien waiver and insurance administration
• Small Business Tracking and Reporting

Project Finance

• Support monthly project financial forecast
• Prepare monthly cost reports
• Key performance indicator monitoring
• Process innovation and improvement
• Project cash-flow monitoring and forecasting
• Change Order Monitoring & Reconciliation
• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, and financial reporting
• Have thorough knowledge of the company's contracts and understanding of all parties involved
• Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors
• Facilitate project meetings to successfully coordinate work activity
• Lead, train, and develop project team members
• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports that outline project priorities and issues
• Lead project close-out of project, including turnover of manuals and warranties and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering and design firms
• Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project
• Drive a culture of safety on the project site
• Support the company's acquisition of new work by participating in proposals and presentations
• Provide leadership to foster an environment of inclusion and diversity

General

• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work
• Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people
• Exceed our stakeholders' expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Basic Qualifications

Preferred degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or other business-related fields or similar relevant work experience

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes

Preferred Qualifications

CPA or Accounting experience

• Experience with SAP, Textura, Coupa, or Google platforms a plus
• Highly motivated individual with strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills

The Physical Side of the Role

This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You'll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.

Your Work Environment

You'll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you