Project Financial Controls Specialist

SUMMARY 

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Financial Controls Specialist who will be responsible for applying cost control procedures, best practices and analysis to projects while supporting, assisting and training project team members in the Project Financial Management (“PFM”) system and software applications.  

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Implement and administer project financial cost control functions 
• Communicate with project teams on the development, application, use, and training of PFM 
• Maintain effective cost control practices consistent with Mortenson’s policies and procedures 
• Produce cost control performance metrics for group leadership 
• Provide project teams with the knowledge to make informed decisions to meet budget and forecast goals 
• Support project teams with new updates and enhancements to the PFM system 
• Provide functional technical expertise for system releases 
• Test, validate and maintain test plans 
• Prioritize system enhancements to maximize benefit to operations 
• Coordinate enhancement efforts with other business groups 
• Recreate and document errors and enhancements 
• Provide communication to operations 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Management, Finance, or related degree  
• Minimum of three years’ experience in construction management preferred  
• Minimum of three years’ experience with cost management and financial control practices  
• Preferred experience using Oracle E-Business Suite or similar enterprise-level ERP system 
• Strong Excel Skills, some macro development experience a plus 
• Experience with project cost issue management and change management 
• Experience with estimating, budgeting, and financial projections 
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to work with details  
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills 
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and excellent customer service skills  
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks 
• A diverse understanding of the various Construction Contract Delivery Methods including lump Sum Fixed Price, Cost Plus with and w/o Guaranteed Maximum Price, Fixed Fee vs. Percentage Fee, and Packages (portions of the project with different contractual term) preference 

A few benefits offered include:  

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)