Project Controller – Architecture and Engineering

AECOM

. Support the Minneapolis architecture and engineering practice as a Project Controller .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeRemote • New Mexico • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $80,000 - $110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project controls, including budget management, cost analysis, and performance tracking. Proficient in communication and collaboration with project teams and clients to ensure project success and compliance with contractual requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Controls ExperienceBudget ManagementCost AnalysisMicrosoft Excel SkillsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningScheduling MethodsEarned Value ManagementCost ReportingWork Breakdown Structure DevelopmentFinancial AnalysisContract AdministrationInvoicingData Quality MetricsForecasting

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationLeadershipPrioritizationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce

Industry Keywords

EngineeringConstruction ManagementFederal Contract RequirementsProject PerformanceClient Contracts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the Minneapolis architecture and engineering practice as a Project Controller
Ensure assigned client projects meet financial, schedule, and performance targets
Review performance trends and prepare cost-impact analyses and monthly project performance reports
Recommend contractor invoices for approval
Prepare cost reports tracking actual and committed costs against budgets
Update forecasts using earned value, project-team discussions, and other tools
Establish project budgets from proposal estimates and assist Project Managers with project setup and execution
Coordinate development of effective Work Breakdown Structures
Communicate budget, cost, and schedule analysis results to Project Managers and project leaders
Identify issues and successes and develop project recovery plans
Lead meetings with project teams, Project Approvers, and Finance & Accounting
Establish purchase orders and subcontract agreements with procurement
Monitor subcontractor and vendor spending against commitments and budgets
Complete payment release paperwork and track payments to subcontractors
Assist Project Managers with Salesforce entries and updates
Liaise with subcontractors regarding progress, schedules, and contract administration
Monitor earned value, cost and schedule performance, estimate to completion, and project end dates
Track unbilled amounts, invoicing, and aged accounts receivable
Maintain data quality metrics, forecast end dates, and estimates to completion
Review client invoices and establish invoice schedules
Prepare and submit monthly reports for internal and external clients
Coordinate with Project Managers to meet contractual requirements
Communicate with clients about invoicing, payment, contract, and reporting requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS + 4 years of related experience in project controls or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
US Citizenship is required
Sponsorship is not available now or in the future
Prior experience working with an engineering, construction management, or related field preferred
8+ years of relevant project controls experience preferred
Detailed knowledge of project planning and scheduling methods, practices, and earned value preferred
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Effective communication skills and ability to work with teams
Ability to lead the project controls function on small and large projects across a large portfolio
Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, basic Federal Contract Requirements
Ability to read and understand client contracts and subcontracts
Ability to prioritize and meet requirements of multiple competing project demands

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life, AD&D, and disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absence
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Award-winning training and development programs
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location