Collaborate with Project Managers (PMs) to establish initial project budgets, work breakdown structures (WBS), and baseline cost/schedule plans.
Regularly develop and update project forecasts, including Estimate at Completion (EAC), Estimate to Complete (ETC), and cash flow projections.
Support the preparation of change orders and contract amendments, ensuring all scope changes are accurately reflected in the budget and schedule.
Oversee the setup of new projects within the internal financial system to ensure alignment with contractual structures.
Monitor the progress of projects to evaluate financial risks, identifying potential overruns or variances before they impact profitability.
Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) and other metrics to track labor utilization, productivity, and overall project performance.
Act as a bridge between technical leads and PMs to monitor resource allocation, ensuring staffing levels align with the project budget and accounting constraints.
Manage the monthly invoicing process, including the review of Work in Progress (WIP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) to ensure timely collections and revenue recognition.
Support the development and administration of sub-consultant agreements, ensuring their costs are monitored and reconciled against the prime contract.

A four-year degree in Engineering, Accounting, Business, or a related field that blends technical project knowledge with financial literacy.
Ideally 0–3 years of experience, making this a perfect fit for ambitious freshers or junior professionals looking to grow into project management.
Exposure to the full "cradle-to-grave" project lifecycle, including initial setup, monthly monitoring, and final close-out.
Proven ability to perform financial analysis, cost management, and scheduling tasks with high attention to detail.
Readiness to quickly master internal financial systems (ERP) and project control tools while maintaining data accuracy.

Project Controller

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