Project Controls Lead
We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Lead to manage a team of four Project Controls Analysts focused exclusively on cost control and financial reporting. This leadership role ensures accurate budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking across multiple projects, while driving process improvements and maintaining compliance with financial standards.
What you'll do :
- Lead and Develop the Team
- Supervise four cost analysts, set priorities, and ensure accuracy in all deliverables.
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to build a high-performing team.
- Own Cost Management Processes
- Oversee creation and maintenance of project budgets and cost forecasts.
- Ensure accurate tracking of expenditures, commitments, and accruals.
- Review and approve variance analyses and corrective action plans.
- Ensure Financial Accuracy and Compliance
- Validate month-end close processes and accrual entries.
- Apply accounting principles (debits / credits, general ledger) to maintain compliance.
- Coordinate with finance and project managers to align cost data with corporate standards.
- Deliver Reporting and Insights
- Prepare and present cost performance reports to stakeholders.
- Identify trends, risks, and opportunities through detailed financial analysis.
- Support audits and maintain documentation for compliance.
- Drive Process Improvements
- Implement best practices for cost control and reporting.
- Standardize workflows and leverage automation to improve efficiency.
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Skills and Requirements
5-10+ years of experience in project controls, cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.2-3 years of project controls / cost management experience with 3-6 direct reports.Strong experience with month-end close processes, accruals, and reconciliations.Ability to clearly communicate financial performance to project managers and leadership.Ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members.Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables) and SAP.Experience with construction or engineering projects.Associate's degree.Bachelor's degree.Experience with utility companies.