Project Controls Manager
Location: Waldwick, NJ
Salary: $100,000 - $125,000
About the Job
A growing construction company is seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to support and improve construction operations, financial controls, and project management systems.
This individual will play a key role in implementing and integrating construction management and accounting platforms while working closely with leadership, project management, and accounting to establish efficient workflows, standardized procedures, and reliable reporting.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction operations, project accounting, and technology, with the ability to evaluate existing processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive company-wide initiatives.
Responsibilities
Systems Implementation & Integration
Lead the evaluation, implementation, and integration of construction management and accounting systems.
Establish effective system configurations and workflows with leadership, accounting, project teams, and software partners.
Standardize project setup, cost codes, budgets, commitments, change management, and financial reporting processes.
Coordinate data migration, system testing, training, troubleshooting, and ongoing system improvements.
Serve as a key internal resource for system administration and user support.
Project Controls & Operational Improvements
Develop and implement standardized project controls, policies, and procedures.
Oversee project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, change management, and reporting.
Improve the accuracy and consistency of project financial information.
Establish reporting tools and performance metrics to provide greater visibility into project performance.
Support contract management, procurement, document control, and project closeout procedures.
Identify inefficiencies and risks within existing workflows and implement practical solutions.
Collaborate with leadership to continuously improve operations, reporting, and internal controls.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off & Holidays
401(k) Retirement Plan
5+ years of experience in construction project controls, project accounting, construction systems, or related operations.
Strong understanding of general contracting, construction financial processes, budgeting, and cost management.
Experience implementing, managing, or integrating construction management and accounting software such as Procore, Sage, or similar platforms.
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
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