Project Controller

Full-time - Mid Level

San Jose, CA

Construction of Buildings

About the position

Gilbane is seeking a Project Controller to lead all financial administration and fiscal management aspects of a project, or multiple projects, ensuring that all team members, including Project Manager, Superintendent, and Engineer are following Gilbane financial policies and procedures, and communicating any potential profitability or risk to management. This role will sit primarily in the office, but travel to the project job sites meeting with the project teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities

• Train and support project teams in all project accounting procedures
• Ensure accuracy and completion of project forecast
• Oversee project accountants
• Assist in the financial closing process, including development of cushion/risk analysis
• Act as an independent accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk
• Evaluate change management for inconsistencies and risk impacts on projects
• Monitor key indicators for managing and analyzing risk projects, keeping Accounting Manager or Controller informed on any noted concerns

Requirements

• BS degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field
• 12 years with CM or General Contractor organization working on $100M or larger construction projects
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Proficient in CMiC

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits
• Generous profit-sharing/401k plan
• Multi-dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University