Project Financial Controls Specialist - Data Center Construction

Mortenson; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

401k match

PTO & Holidays

Life/AD&D/Disability

Job summary

Mortenson in Cedar Rapids seeks an experienced Project Financial Controls Specialist to drive cost control across projects, overseeing the PFM system, and guiding project teams in best practices. The role emphasizes collaboration with operations to deliver accurate budgets and forecasts.

The candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least three years’ experience in construction cost management, with strong Excel and ERP skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Management, Finance, or related degree
• Minimum of three years’ experience in construction management preferred
• Minimum of three years’ experience with cost management and financial control practices
• Preferred experience using Oracle E-Business Suite or similar ERP
• Strong Excel skills; macro development a plus
• Experience with project cost issue management and change management
• Experience with estimating, budgeting, and financial projections
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with details
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks
• Understanding of various Construction Contract Delivery Methods

Responsibilities

• Implement and administer project financial cost control functions
• Communicate with project teams on the development, application, use, and training of PFM
• Maintain effective cost control practices consistent with Mortenson’s policies and procedures
• Produce cost control performance metrics for group leadership
• Provide project teams with knowledge to meet budget and forecast goals
• Support project teams with updates and enhancements to the PFM system
• Provide functional technical expertise for system releases
• Test, validate and maintain test plans
• Prioritize system enhancements to maximize benefit to operations
• Coordinate enhancement efforts with other business groups
• Recreate and document errors and enhancements
• Provide communication to operations

Skills

Cost management

Financial controls

Excel

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Finance/Business

Tools

Oracle E-Business Suite

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Financial Controls Specialist who will be responsible for applying cost control procedures, best practices and analysis to projects while supporting, assisting and training project team members in the Project Financial Management ("PFM") system and software applications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and administer project financial cost control functions
• Communicate with project teams on the development, application, use, and training of PFM
• Maintain effective cost control practices consistent with Mortenson’s policies and procedures
• Produce cost control performance metrics for group leadership
• Provide project teams with the knowledge to make informed decisions to meet budget and forecast goals
• Support project teams with new updates and enhancements to the PFM system
• Provide functional technical expertise for system releases
• Test, validate and maintain test plans
• Prioritize system enhancements to maximize benefit to operations
• Coordinate enhancement efforts with other business groups
• Recreate and document errors and enhancements
• Provide communication to operations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Management, Finance, or related degree
• Minimum of three years’ experience in construction management preferred
• Minimum of three years’ experience with cost management and financial control practices
• Preferred experience using Oracle E-Business Suite or similar enterprise-level ERP system
• Strong Excel Skills, some macro development experience a plus
• Experience with project cost issue management and change management
• Experience with estimating, budgeting, and financial projections
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with details
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and excellent customer service skills
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• A diverse understanding of the various Construction Contract Delivery Methods including lump Sum Fixed Price, Cost Plus with and w/o Guaranteed Maximum Price, Fixed Fee vs. Percentage Fee, and Packages (portions of the project with different contractual term) preference

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $73,800 MIN - $92,300 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

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Please make note:

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.