Project Controller or Project Controls Analyst

Stantec
Farmington Hills, MI
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 3-5 years of project controls experience and are comfortable with financial and contract management.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 3-5 years of project controls or financial management experience in consulting or project management environments
    — “A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or project accounting/financial role”
  • Professionals skilled in financial reporting and who can interpret data for continuous improvement
    — “Perform analytics and interpret project/program data for continuous improvement”

Things to consider

  • May need to handle fieldwork in inclement weather and lift up to 50 lbs occasionally
    — “Fieldwork may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Some travel may be required. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.”
  • This role may involve training or mentoring others over time, which adds a leadership component
    — “May train, manage, or mentor others over time”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience with earned value management and financial reconciliations on your resume
    — “Understanding principles and methods related to Earned Value Management”
  • Demonstrate your ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders during interviews
    — “The Project Controls Analyst is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external stakeholders”
  • Showcase your Excel skills and any experience with MS Project or SQL/SharePoint
    — “Proficient in mastering the use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel). Experience with MS Project and SQL /SharePoint Applications is a plus”
  • Emphasize your track record in supporting diverse management teams and optimizing gross profit
    — “Audit project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Budget and cost controls
  • Project/program enterprise structures
  • Financial reconciliations
Typical background
Project financial functionsProject managementProject accounting

Skills & requirements

Required

Budget ManagementCost ControlProject ManagementFinancial AnalysisMS ExcelProject Controls

Preferred

MS ProjectSQLSharepoint

Stack & domain

Budget And Cost ControlsProject Financial FunctionsProject ManagementProject Accounting MethodsEarned Value ManagementMicrosoft Office SuiteMS ProjectSQLSharepoint ApplicationsCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTime ManagementDetail-orientedConstructionEngineering

About the role

Original posting from Stantec

Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Project Controller or Project Controls Analyst with a solid background in project financial functions.  The Project Controls Analyst is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for all aspects of the position as outlined below. 

This position is open to candidates throughout the Great Lakes, Midwest, Mountain or West regions.

Your Key Responsibilities

Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers

Assist Project Managers with maintaining the life cycle of projects per client requirements and company guidelines

Coordinate with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted per established timelines and contractual requirements

Audit project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization

Assist Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates 

Support Project Managers with project/program enterprise structures (i.e.: Work Breakdown Structures, and Cost Breakdown Structures) as part of project budgeting and setup

Perform and manage all budget and cost control functions

Prepare month-end reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required

Perform analytics and interpret project/program data for continuous improvement

Complete financial reconciliations as required

May train, manage, or mentor others over time

Administrate the use of Project Management Information Systems in areas such as budget/cost control, document control, and reporting

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Experience is required in all aspects of budget and cost controls, including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value managementUnderstanding contract commercial terms Working knowledge of project accounting methods and requirementsUnderstanding of principles and methods related to Earned Value ManagementAbility to functionally coordinate with both internal and external business processes and to blend the requirements of bothProficient in mastering the use of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel)Experience with MS Project and SQL /SharePoint Applications is a plusMust be detail-oriented with exceptional organizational and time management skillsExcellent communication skills (both oral and written)Ability to see the "big picture" and use common sense to make decisionsWell-developed interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to build trusting, long-term relationships Experienced in working with and providing support to diverse groups at all levels of management  Education and Experience

Relevant technical college graduate or a BS degree, or equivalent experience

A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or project accounting/financial role

Experience working in a consulting or project management environment is strongly preferred

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Fieldwork may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Some travel may be required.  Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

#StayInquisitive

Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields with dedication, a creative spirit, and a vision for growth. We draw from more than 20 technical specialties worldwide and are devoted to fostering a community of diverse talents, backgrounds, and expertise. Here, you can apply your passion and collaborate with top environmental professionals on work that’s vital to our clients and the communities they serve.

Join a team that’s naturally committed to the environment.

Source: Stantec careers

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