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Project Cost Controller II

Project Cost Controller II

Tech Providers Inc.Jackson, MI, US
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Project Cost Controller II

Contract Duration :  Contract through 10 / 30 / 2026 (High potential for extension)

Location :   Remote

Job Summary :

CMS Energy is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized  Project Cost Controller II  to join our team. This role will be responsible for tracking, forecasting, and managing costs associated with large-scale construction projects or a portfolio of projects, ensuring financial controls align with contractual obligations and organizational standards.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Develop monthly, annual, and project lifetime cost forecasts to support project budgeting and financial planning.
  • Manage contractor project controls deliverables, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements and company standards.
  • Assemble and deliver comprehensive project financial status reports to project management and upper leadership.
  • Administer and oversee project change control processes to maintain budgetary accuracy and control.
  • Communicate effectively with project teams and upper management regarding project financial performance and risks.
  • Interpret and apply knowledge of engineering and construction contracts to enforce project controls compliance.
  • Collaborate with project schedulers to understand and interpret project schedules to support accurate cost forecasting.
  • Utilize Excel and other basic computing tools proficiently to analyze and report project financial data.
  • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is desirable but not mandatory.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience in project cost control, preferably within large-scale construction projects or managing a portfolio of projects.
  • Proven experience in cost forecasting, budget management, and cost control activities on complex projects.
  • Strong organizational skills with an acute attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of effectively engaging with various stakeholders.
  • Ability to interpret and understand project schedules for cost forecasting purposes.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other basic computing tools.
  • Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems is a plus.
  • Relevant certifications such as PMI (Project Management Institute) or AACE (Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering) are highly desirable.
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