Senior Project Controller: Finance Leader in Construction

Kiewit (Canada); Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with company matching

Generous paid time off

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Kiewit Energy District in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Project Controller to support multiple projects from $1M to $4B, serving as CFO to Operations Managers and Exec leadership. This role emphasizes leadership, career development, and accurate analysis to enable smart decision-making.

Based in our Energy Corridor office, the Senior Project Controller may travel up to 50% and will drive continuous improvement, manage cross‑functional teams, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting across

Qualifications

• 8+ years of financial/data analysis experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Strong knowledge of accounting (GL, AP, AR, payroll, and tax).
• CPA, MBA or public accounting experience preferred.
• Experience in construction/engineering industry preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP, CMIS, PMIS and Prolog (P.O. and A/P) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and communicates financial results to upper management.
• Earns trust and buy-in from Operations team to improve cohesion and communication.
• Understands financial reporting and upstream effects across the organization.
• Manages project/home office department communication and responsibilities.
• Drives continuous improvement and champions positive change.
• Reviews project and estimate cash flows, contracts, and change orders for risks and opportunities.
• Recognizes escalation needs and directs conversations accordingly.
• Reconciles monthly and annual financial reports.
• Creates an inspiring workplace and develops team members through performance reviews.
• Monitors new processes, troubleshoots issues and presents solutions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership / managerial experience

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or MBA preferred

Tools

SAP

CMIS

PMIS

Prolog (P.O. & A/P)

Job description

Kiewit Energy District in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Project Controller to support multiple projects from $1M to $4B, serving as CFO to Operations Managers and Exec leadership. This role emphasizes leadership, career development, and accurate analysis to enable smart decision-making.

Based in our Energy Corridor office, the Senior Project Controller may travel up to 50% and will drive continuous improvement, manage cross‑functional teams, and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting across