Project Controls Coordinator

Overview

Saber Power Services, a portfolio company of Greenbelt Capital Partners, is a fully integrated electrical power system services firm providing end-to-end solutions across utility, renewables and battery storage, industrial, petrochemical, and other markets. Based in Houston, Texas, Saber Power offers deep subject matter expertise and uses an engineering-led approach to designing, installing, testing, and maintaining medium and high-voltage electrical infrastructure. Saber serves clients locally, nationally, and abroad.

Position Summary

The Project Controls Coordinator is responsible for cradle to grave engineering project support, from job set up to job close out. This role supports Project Managers through all aspects of time and materials or milestone engineering projects, meeting monthly with Project Managers to review project status and costs and proactively advising on financial status. This role is responsible for customer invoicing per customer requirements.

The position reports to the Divisional Controller but works closely with managers of professional mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation engineering projects. The position is located in our Clear Lake Houston office with occasional travel to other offices.

The successful candidate is comfortable with reviewing and tracking job costs including analyzing job status and progress. Familiarity with the construction or service industry will provide an advantage to the right candidate. This position is expected to work with limited supervision and take initiative to support the company’s goals and objectives in a professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain projects in the accounting system Business Central (BC), including basic job info, cost estimate, price tables, invoice expectations.
• Meet monthly with various engineering Project Managers on project status / billing status:
  • Prepare for the meetings by using Excel to compare budgets vs actual costs to identify potential budget concerns or coding errors.
  • Discuss project and billing status and variances with Project Managers.
  • Follow up with any detailed analysis or cost moves requested by Project Managers.
  • Provide feedback to Divisional Controller for month-end analysis.
  • Review billable data for completeness and accuracy using Excel generated reports. Prepare invoices including all required backup and submit to customer per customer’s requirements. Familiarity with customer billing portals and/or government billing a plus.
  • Perform other tasks as needed which may include but not limited to PO setup, audit support, or ad hoc reporting requested by Project Manager or Controller.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in construction or service industry with project/job cost tracking and invoicing required.
• Proficient in Excel (sorting, filtering, pivot tables, lookups).
• Organized individual with ability to prioritize and handle multiple transactions to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with various Project Managers to facilitate completion of tasks.
• Professional and positive attitude.
• Job may require travel to satellite offices up to once a month.

Safety is a Core Value with our organization. We work SAFELY or not at all.

We offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our Total Rewards Plan includes a choice of two comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. We also provide company-paid basic life insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and more.

Beyond our benefits, we pride ourselves on fostering an outstanding work environment where employees feel valued and supported. Learn more about our Total Rewards Plan here.

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.