Project Controls Analyst – Construction Finance

Talentify; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching and vesting

Comprehensive benefits package

Employee discounts

Job summary

NorthStar Energy Services seeks a Project Controller to oversee financials for assigned projects and coordinate with Operations, Accounting and PM teams. You will monitor spend, handle invoicing, and maintain audit-ready records across the project life cycle.

You will support proposal work, scheduling, and project administration, helping move bids to close-out with accurate cost data and timely reporting. Strong Excel and ERP skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of experience in project controls, project accounting, cost engineering, or a related role, ideally within pipeline, utility, or heavy civil construction.
• Working knowledge of job costing concepts, including WIP, cost-to-complete, and revenue recognition on construction/service contracts.
• Experience with ERP/job cost systems such as Spectrum, EcoSys, Viewpoint, or similar; strong Excel skills required.

Responsibilities

• Track and maintain project cost and spend totals across all assigned jobs, comparing actuals to budget/forecast and flagging variances to Project Managers and leadership.
• Maintain job cost records in Spectrum and forecasting/reporting tools (e.g., EcoSys), ensuring job numbers, AFE numbers, and cost codes are set up correctly and kept current.
• Review, code, and process subcontractor invoices for accuracy against contract terms, purchase orders, and completed work; resolve discrepancies with subcontractors and field staff.
• Prepare, review, and reconcile intercompany invoicing between NorthStar and affiliated Quanta operating companies, ensuring timely and accurate billing.
• Support monthly cost forecasting, job cost reporting, and margin analysis in partnership with Project Managers and Accounting.
• Assist with change order tracking and ensure approved changes are reflected in job budgets and billings.
• Support proposal development by compiling historical cost data, pricing exhibits, and other supporting documentation for bids and change orders.
• Assist Project Managers with schedule tracking and updates, helping monitor milestones, key dates, and look-ahead schedules.
• Prepare and distribute meeting minutes and action item logs for project status, client, and internal coordination meetings.
• Maintain organized project files, documentation, and reporting in accordance with company and client requirements.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including accruals, WIP schedules, and job cost reconciliations.

Skills

Project controls

Cost accounting

ERP systems

Spectrum

EcoSys

Viewpoint

Excel proficiency

Subcontractor invoicing

Intercompany billing

Budgeting

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance/Construction Management

Tools

Spectrum

EcoSys

Viewpoint

Excel

Job description

NorthStar Energy Services seeks a Project Controller to oversee financials for assigned projects and coordinate with Operations, Accounting and PM teams. You will monitor spend, handle invoicing, and maintain audit-ready records across the project life cycle.

You will support proposal work, scheduling, and project administration, helping move bids to close-out with accurate cost data and timely reporting. Strong Excel and ERP skills are essential.