Project Cost Controller - Heavy Construction

Project Cost Controller Help keep projects on track by turning financial data into meaningful business decisions. We're looking for a detail-oriented professional with 4-5 years of experience supporting project financials, job costing, reporting, and budgeting in a construction, industrial, manufacturing, or oil & gas environment. You'll work closely with project managers and operations leadership to track project performance, analyze costs, and provide the financial insight needed to keep projects moving forward. Pay & Benefits Compensation: $60,000-$90,000 (based on experience) Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Retirement: 401(k) Time Off: Paid time off and paid holidays Additional Coverage: Life and disability insurance Employment Type: Direct hire, long-term opportunity What You'll Do Track project budgets, job costs, and financial performance. Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports using ERP systems and Microsoft Excel. Build reports and spreadsheets from scratch to support project and operational decisions. Analyze cost trends, identify variances, and help improve project profitability. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and P&L reporting. Partner with project managers, accounting, and operations leadership on active projects. Support month-end reporting, reconciliations, and financial documentation. Recommend process improvements that increase reporting accuracy and efficiency. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field. 4-5 years of experience in project accounting, cost control, financial reporting, project controls, or operational finance. Experience in construction, industrial, manufacturing, or oil & gas is required. Strong understanding of job costing, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including creating reports and financial tracking tools. Experience using ERP or accounting systems. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting project-based businesses. Exposure to P&L reporting and profitability analysis. Experience working directly with project managers or operations teams. Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to streamline reporting processes. Why You'll Like This Role Work directly with project and operational leaders. Be part of a business where your work has a visible impact. Gain exposure to every stage of project execution. Join a stable company with opportunities for long-term growth. Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nesco Resource