Job Description

The project cost controller manages the cost control function. This involves monitoring the overall control of project activities & project forecasting. this position is based in Charleston, SC.

Responsibilities:

Including but not limited to:

• Gathering of daily production data from the job site.
• Revise the analyses of all project activities, factoring achieved performance in relation to new economic targets in order to anticipate recurrent forecasts
• Provide monthly reporting to Project manager, Area controller.
• Assist in financial decision making by providing analysis on the performance trends.
• Monitor projects during execution by analyzing the achieved results and comparing them with budget which could lead to pinpointing major variance as applicable.
• Prepare the bid reorganization, the budget and the forecast for the area in accordance with the agreed WBS/WBE under the supervision of the AFC Manager in cooperation with the project.
• Perform cost analysis simulation backed by empirical data that aims at improving production and reducing risk contributing to the overall project success.
• Carry out job duties while maintaining Lane values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering, construction management, accounting or related discipline
• 3-10 years of related engineering experience, and/or project cost control experience. Heavy civil industry experience is preferred
• Must have budgeting or forecasting experience
• Background experience in estimating/scheduling is a plus
• Project management background preferred
• ERP experience preferred
• Construction project experience
• Proficient interpersonal and organization skills
• MS Office proficiency
• Excellent verbal and written communication