Project Controller

Steeped in a tradition of hydropower, American Hydro is a leading supplier and installer of large equipment for the hydro electric industry, specializing in design, engineering, precision CNC manufacture, upgrades and servicing of high-performance, hydro-turbines and large pumps.

We are currently looking for a Project Controller to add to our team located at our York, PA facility. We are a tight-knit group that takes a great deal of pride in what we produce. If you are detail-oriented, hardworking, and looking for a place to call home, we invite you to apply for this opening.

Position Summary & Objective

Responsible for successfully driving the monitoring, controlling, and reporting of project costs, ensuring the costs stay on track and within budget. This position plays a critical role in securing project productivity and accuracy in project forecast, as well as diligent leadership in identifying and resolving any issues or discrepancies in the project data and cost quality assurance, effectively communicating with the project team, stakeholders and sponsors.

Essential Functions Performed by the Position 

• Develop robust project controlling framework, ensuring effective adherence to applicable work instructions, guidelines and procedures.
• Accurately report project actual costs vs forecast, incorporating identified risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Drive effective identification and implementation of cost-saving measures.
• Along with the project managers, drive the financial performance, ensuring that project expenditures align with the allocated budget.
• Work closely and collaboratively with project managers to provide timely transparency around project performance against budget.
• Compile and analyze project financial data to identify trends and variances, providing actionable insights for decision-making on a project-by-project basis.

• Drive the evaluating and mitigation of contract penalties, such as liquidated damages.
• Drive the preparation and presentation of reports outlining project progress, financial standing, and any potential risks or deviations from the plan.

• Collaborate closely with integrated masters scheduling team and other functions to provide timely financial performance updates to project managers and leadership.
• Support project managers in tracking project timelines, deliverables, and project milestones.

• Prepare regular financial status reports, identifying variances, and recommending corrective actions. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience using cost/estimating/scheduling/earned value computer applications (i.e., MS Excel, MS Access).
• Experience with earned value management systems in planning, organizing, performing, reviewing, and presenting.
• Experience identifying, analyzing, and solving complex problems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with multi-disciplined team members, working effectively on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience serving as a subject matter expert and mentoring others on diverse topics.
• Experience with commercial contract terms and conditions.
• Experience with project risk management requirements in the areas of insurance, securities, guarantees, liquidated damages, etc.
• Experience with Epicor ERP systems.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant functional discipline or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Licenses or Certifications Preferred

• Certified Project Control Professional (CPCP) 
• Project Management Professional (PMP) 
• Project Control Professional (PCP)

Travel Requirements (percent)

• None

The benefits of joining our team

Because we seek to hire the best people, we work hard to provide benefits that make their lives better, so we offer a comprehensive benefit program which features:

• health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans
• a 401(k) plan in with a generous company match
• financial protection through disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
• tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
• a generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company

When you join our team, you do more than simply switch companies to progress your career. You become part of our family, a group of talented women and men who drive business success.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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Industrious Group and its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.