Project Cost Controller III

Job Location

Jackson, Michigan

Pay

USD 50.00 - USD 66.00 Per Hour

Contract Duration

12 month(s)

This is a contract role through Magnit for Consumers Energy in Jackson, Michigan. This role is fully remote

Position Overview

A project cost controller's main duty is to track and control the costs associated with one or more of their employer's projects. As Project Cost Controller III, typical responsibilities include invoice review and tracking, contractor review and tracking, administering project change control documentation, data entry for miscellaneous reporting activities, and any other task related to the support of project cost control. This position commonly serves as the primary project cost controller. A Project Cost Controller III is expected to be well organized, detail oriented, and have demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft office software. People who are interested in this position must have an above average understanding in the use of Excel spreadsheets and at least an understanding of construction projects, contracting, and accounting principles. This position also requires someone who can take direction, prioritize tasks, and complete work in a punctual manner. Communication skills are important, both written and verbal. A Project Cost Controller III will generally have some level of higher education and/or relatable work experience dealing with project cost control and monitoring. Higher educational degrees in construction/project management or engineering are desirable, but degrees in business, accounting, or finance are also suitable. Relatable work experience would include any verifiable positions held where project cost control activities were being performed and the candidate can demonstrate the application of project management concepts. Certifications from PMI or AACE will set candidates apart from others.

Skills:

A Project Cost Controller III is expected to be well organized and detail oriented, with demonstrable skills and knowledge related to the planning and implementation of project controls methodologies and cost forecasting on large-scale construction projects. They should have a firm understanding of how to interpret engineering and construction contracts and implement methodologies by which to monitor and control such contracts. Communication skills are also key for this position, being able to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with upper management and project team members. Although candidates are not expected to be experienced with the creation of project schedules, they must be able to demonstrate their ability to understand and interpret project schedules in order to effectively forecast project costs. Proficiencies in basic computing skills and the use of Excel spreadsheets are a strict requirement. Experience using SAP is desirable, but not required.

Experience:

Project Cost Controller III will generally have some level of higher education and/or several years of experience implementing project controls methodologies on large-scale construction projects. Higher educational degrees in construction/project management or engineering are desirable, but degrees in business, accounting, or finance are also suitable. Candidates must be able to provide verifiable work experience where they were directly involved with the planning and execution of a project controls program on large-scale construction projects, or the cost management of a large portfolio of construction projects. Certifications from PMI or AACE will set candidates apart from others.

Hourly Pay Rate Range (dependent on location, experience, expectation)

The pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay for this position is: $50 -$66/hr

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.