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Manager, Construction Compliance Advisory

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Jobtailor
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 110000 - 160000 USD Yearly USD 110000.00 160000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

• Lead construction compliance and risk engagements, including construction contract audits and controls assessments

• Serve as the engagement manager and trusted advisor for client engagements

• Apply Baker Tilly's construction audit methodology to evaluate construction projects throughout the project lifecycle

• Perform and oversee detailed reviews of construction financial records, contracts, billings, and project documentation to assess compliance with contractual requirements, industry standards, and applicable regulations

• Identify project risks, control gaps, and process improvement opportunities

• Develop practical recommendations to mitigate risk and enhance project performance

• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously

• Prepare and review high-quality work papers, reports, and client deliverables

• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure efficient project execution and successful engagement outcomes

• Lead proposal development, presentations, and business development activities to support practice growth

• Mentor and develop consultants and senior consultants while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

Requirements
  • 4-year degree
  • 5 years of professional experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred
  • Five (5) or more years of relevant professional experience in construction, internal audit, accounting, finance, project management, engineering, consulting, or a related discipline preferred
  • Professional certification such as CPA, CIA, CFE, PMP, CCA, CCP, CA, or another relevant credential preferred
  • 2+ years direct or indirect leadership experience preferred
  • Experience with construction contract auditing, project controls, construction risk, compliance, or internal audit preferred
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and client engagements in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Highly collaborative with the ability to work independently and across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams
  • Strong client service mindset with a commitment to quality, continuous learning, and professional integrity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word for data analysis, documentation, and reporting
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to client and project sites
  • Naturally curious, detail-oriented, and motivated to understand how processes work and identify opportunities for improvement.
Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in construction compliance, risk management, and audit methodologies, with a strong focus on financial analysis and project performance improvement. Proven ability to lead client engagements, mentor teams, and deliver high-quality reports and recommendations.

Highest-signal resume keywords
  • Construction Contract Auditing
  • Project Controls
  • Risk Management
  • Leadership Experience
  • Professional Certification
ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills
  • Construction Compliance
  • Financial Analysis
  • Contract Audits
  • Project Management
  • Data Analysis
Soft Skills
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication Skills
  • Client Service Mindset
  • Collaboration
Certifications & Qualifications
  • CPA
  • CIA
  • CFE
  • PMP
  • CCA
  • CCP
  • CA
Industry Keywords
  • Construction Management
  • Internal Audit
  • Compliance
  • Financial Records
  • Project Documentation
Tools & Technologies
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
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