Project Controller - Design-Build (DDC / Joint Venture)

Job Description

Job Description

The Project Controller oversees all financial operations of a design-build project performed under a NYC DDC (Department of Design and Construction) contract. Operating within a joint venture (JV) structure, the role reports directly to the Vice President of Accounting and Program Manager. The Project Controller ensures timely and accurate billing, financial reporting, certified payroll submission, and compliance with prevailing wage requirements. This role is essential to driving financial transparency, regulatory compliance, and profitability throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing cost reporting and JV billings on NYC public works projects.

Core Responsibilities :

• Manage full-cycle project accounting (AP, AR, JV billings, compliance, forecasting) in alignment with NYC public sector standards.
• Prepare and submit certified payroll reports in compliance with NYC DDC, New York State Labor Law requirements.
• Monitor and ensure prevailing wage compliance for all subcontractors and field staff; coordinate with labor compliance consultants and auditors.
• Generate and review monthly owner requisitions in DDC format, including reconciliation of retainage, allowances, change orders, and force accounts.
• Lead and coordinate joint venture financial operations, including partner billings, internal funding reconciliations, and JV audits.
• Facilitate recurring project financial meetings with program and accounting leadership, presenting updates on cost performance, margins, and forecasts.
• Develop and manage robust budget tracking, cost coding, and variance analysis processes.
• Interface with project team to ensure accurate documentation of change orders, time & material work, and subcontractor back charges.
• Maintain complete and auditable financial documentation in accordance with DDC and internal protocols.
• Coordinate timely subcontractor and vendor payments using Textura or other approved platforms.
• Collaborate with the VP of Accounting to ensure compliance with corporate controls, treasury functions, and project-specific financial metrics.
• Travel to project sites periodically to support field compliance, payroll verification, and document audits.
• Collaborate with the entire JV team to set up operations involving project financials.

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Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

SLSCO is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

SLSCO Sweet Group of New York LLC strongly encourages New York City Housing Authority residents to submit their resume and cover letter for consideration for this job opportunity.