Junior Cost Controller - Summer Intern

What You'll Do Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures. Assist project teams with tracking project costs, labor hours, and quantities. Support the development and maintenance of project cost forecasts under guidance from senior project controls staff. Assist in collecting and updating cost data for use in reports and forecasting. Help prepare internal and client-facing cost reports, highlighting key trends and variances. Support change order management processes, including documentation, routing, and tracking. Assist with project cash flow forecasting and updates. Help maintain alignment between project budgets, schedules, and actual costs. Support data collection for schedule updates and labor forecasts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate and timely financial information. Prepare and submit accurate and timely monthly invoices for assigned projects/region. Track invoice status and follow up as needed to support project cash flow. Coordinate with Project Managers and Finance to ensure billing aligns with project progress and contract requirements. Travel: The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics. What We Are Looking For High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelors or Associate Degree in Business or equivalent preferred 1–5 years of experience in accounting, administrative duties, or related field Internship or prior exposure to construction or project-based environments is a plus. Basic experience with Microsoft Excel required. Familiarity with tools such as Procore or Primavera P6 is a plus but not required. Exceptional organizational and time-management skills Strong written and verbal communication abilities What We Offer Competitive pay Opportunities for professional development and career growth BICSI training facilities A supportive and inclusive work environment Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Work Environment and Physical Demands The standard work environment for this position is an indoors business office and construction environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This role requires sitting, use of hands and arms, verbal communication, and occasional physical movement such as stooping or kneeling. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must regularly carry and climb ladders to 20 feet. Must be able to operate equipment such as scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs (buggies) if required to do so. The employee may also be required to work in tight and confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Disclaimer The above job definition information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions. #J-18808-Ljbffr E2 Optics