Project Controls Analyst

As Project Controls Analyst, you will serve as a trusted financial resource for construction projects and the primary liaison between operations and corporate finance. This highly visible and fast-paced position is charged with financial reporting, compliance, and processing responsibilities over projects ranging in size from $20 million to $1 billion in contract value.

Responsibilities

This position will report directly to the Project Manager/Project Executive with input from the lead Project Controls Manager in the region.  This individual will be in the middle of the action, working directly on our project sites and closely collaborating with our project team and trade partners.

Project Accounting & Administration 

• Compiling owner requisition 

• Internal audit finding resolution

• Subcontractor requisition and accounts payable processing 

• Consumable materials purchasing and equipment inventory monitoring 

• Management of field payroll

• Assist with project setup, closeout, and owner contract review and readiness

• Lien waiver and insurance administration

• Small Business Tracking and Reporting

Project Finance

• Support monthly project financial forecast 

• Prepare monthly cost reports

• Key performance indicator monitoring 

• Process innovation and improvement

• Project cash-flow monitoring and forecasting 

• Change Order Monitoring & Reconciliation

• Lead all activities related to contract administration, change orders, procurement, schedule, and financial reporting

• Have thorough knowledge of the company's contracts and understanding of all parties involved

• Secure required permits and verify insurance coverage for subcontractors

• Facilitate project meetings to successfully coordinate work activity

• Lead, train, and develop project team members

• Prepare and submit monthly job status reports that outline project priorities and issues

• Lead project close-out of project, including turnover of  manuals and warranties and preparation of final payment documents for subcontractors

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering and design firms

• Establish a deadline and monitor the progress of the project

• Drive a culture of safety on the project site 

• Support the company’s acquisition of new work by participating in proposals and presentations

• Provide leadership to foster an environment of inclusion and diversity

General

• Proactively identify and develop relationships with industry professionals to generate and win the right work

• Take an active role in recruiting top industry talent to join the Clark team. Identify, hire, and retain outstanding people

• Exceed our stakeholders’ expectations by anticipating their needs, desires, and goals

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or other business-related fields or similar relevant work experience

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Careful attention to detail and reliability of output

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced team environment

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, builds relationships, builds people/teams and followership, sets direction and executes 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SAP, Textura, Coupa, or Google platforms a plus

• Highly motivated individual with strong organizational and time management skills

• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role, which often involves both office and construction site environments. This role requires the ability to navigate active construction areas, including uneven terrain, stairs (temporary and permanent), ladders, and personnel hoists. Frequent standing and walking are typical. The employee must be able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. The role also involves regular reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, balancing, pushing, and pulling. Visual acuity (including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus) is necessary for tasks such as reading plans, inspecting work, and ensuring safety. At times, this role involves sedentary work requiring prolonged sitting, utilizing hands for fine motor activities such as typing, writing, and manipulating objects. Effective communication through talking and hearing, as well as visual acuity for tasks like reading, computer use, and reviewing documents (including close, peripheral, and depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus), are essential. The employee may occasionally work at heights and in confined spaces. 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role. The employee will frequently work on active construction sites, which may involve exposure to moving mechanical equipment, elevated or hazardous areas, airborne particles or fumes, and varying outdoor weather conditions. The noise level on construction sites is typically moderate to loud. The employee will also spend time in office environments with quiet to moderate noise levels. Due to the nature of the projects, deadlines, and client’s requirements, the role frequently requires working more than 40 hours per week. All employees are required to adhere to Clark Construction’s safety policies, procedures, and all applicable laws, adapting to the specific requirements of each work environment.