Company Description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Job Description

Reporting to the Senior Director of Capital Improvements, the position is responsible for managing our client's Capital Improvement Projects team with Program Controls (budgeting, estimating, cost management, planning/scheduling).

The Program Controls Manager ensures accuracy in the reporting of financial records and provides strategic insights to support our business goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction finance, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to work with our client's finance team effectively.

Program Controls Manager Roles and Responsibilities:

(Tasks may include the following and other related duties.)

• Provide support to Project Teams throughout the project lifecycle.

• Provide program and project level reports including detailed analysis of cost and changes.

• Maintain and control budgets from design concept through the project completion.

• Assist project managers with change management and control of total project costs (external contractors, construction managers, direct suppliers, and professional consultants).

• Analyze projects to ensure that project funding is adequate by performing estimates, cost forecasts, cost trends, and accrual of actual costs.

• Manage the estimating process and negotiating potential change orders.

• Monitor and conduct audit compliance for projects.

• Reconcile program and project controls data with the client's fiscal and financial controls systems.

• Present results of cost analyses to senior staff and executive leadership.

• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements and reports.

• Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and other regulatory requirements.

• Develop and maintain financial policies and procedures to ensure effective internal controls.

• Manage the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

• Work with executive leadership to conduct financial analysis, identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.

• Collaborate with project managers and executives to provide financial insights and support decision-making.

• Coordinate audits and manage relationships with external auditors and financial institutions.

• Assist the finance and accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

The Program Controls Manager must have:

• A Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline (Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting) or equivalent work experience.

• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 5 years in Program Controls or similar role within the construction industry.

• Strong knowledge of construction accounting principles, job costing, and financial management.

• Proficiency in the implementation and use of accounting software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., Procore, Kahua).

• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/ and https://www.heery.com/

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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