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Project Controller

Michael Page International
  • Houston, Texas
  • $130,000–$150,000 Per Year
  • Full-time
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11 days ago
Michael Page International

Job Description

Project Controller

The Project Controller will report into senior finance leadership and serve as a key financial partner to project teams, ensuring strong financial controls and project profitability across a portfolio of major construction projects.

  • Lead all project financial administration and fiscal management activities.
  • Oversee project forecasting, financial reporting, and closing processes.
  • Conduct risk and opportunity analysis to identify potential project impacts and improve financial outcomes.
  • Act as an independent financial advisor during project forecast reviews and planning meetings.
  • Monitor key project performance indicators and proactively communicate financial risks and opportunities to leadership.
  • Review and evaluate change management activities for financial implications and consistency.
  • Support, mentor, and develop junior accounting and project finance professionals while fostering a collaborative team environment.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
  • Approximately 8+ years of progressive experience in project accounting, construction accounting, project controls, or related finance functions.
  • Experience supporting large-scale construction, engineering, infrastructure, or project-based environments.
  • Strong understanding of forecasting, budgeting, cost controls, revenue recognition, and financial reporting.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with solid proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to identify financial risks, recommend solutions, and influence project decision-making.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to coach, develop, and support team members.
  • Experience working with project management, construction management, or ERP platforms preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement programs.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile, complex projects with significant financial responsibility.
  • Collaborative and inclusive culture focused on employee development and career progression.
  • Long-term career growth within a well-established industry leader.
  • Exposure to senior leadership and strategic project decision-making.

Interested? Apply today.

Numbers & Facts

LocationHouston, Texas
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$130,000–$150,000 Per Year
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.michaelpage.ca/

About Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

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