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Project Controller (Traveler)

$125k - $175k

Gilbane Building Co

Overview Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Project Controller to lead all financial administration and fiscal management aspects of a mega project or multiple large/mid-size projects. This role ensures that all team members, including Project Manager, Superintendent, and Engineer, are following Gilbane financial policies and procedures and communicates any potential profitability or risks to leadership. We are open to hiring in any location. Role Summary The Project Controller will collaborate closely with the project team and may be required to travel up to 50% depending on the location of the project. Who are we? As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! Who are you? You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual. You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future. Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. What’s in it for you? Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. Responsibilities Trains and supports project teams in all project accounting procedures Supervises and trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks; manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards Ensures accuracy and completion of project forecast Assists in the financial closing process including development of risk and opportunity analysis Works and acts as an Independent Accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk Evaluates change management for inconsistencies and risk impacts on projects Monitors key indicators for managing and analyzing risk projects while keeping Accounting Manager and/or Business Controller informed on any noted concerns Assists the Accounting Manager or Business Controller with monthly Work in Process (WIP) Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field 8-10 years of experience Or equivalent combination of education and experience Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word Ability to learn construction management and payment management software Salary & Benefits Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. The salary ranges from $125,000.00-$175,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program dependent on location. Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. Equal Opportunity Employer Gilbane is an Aff. Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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