Project Cost Controller- Heavy Civil

Job Title:
Project Cost Controller (Entry Level)
Department:
Cost Control

Reports To:

Cost Control Manager

Location:

Pittsburgh, PA
FLSA Status:
Exempt

Company Overview: S&B USA, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, with multiple east coast regional offices is a leading infrastructure solutions company specializing in the development and construction of complex infrastructure projects, particularly through Alternative Delivery Partnerships. S&B USA offers comprehensive services, including project development, general contracting, self-performing construction, financing, and post-construction operations and maintenance. S&B USA is committed to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, with a portfolio featuring mega projects like the Fargo-Moorhead Stormwater Diversion Channel in North Dakota and the PennDOT Major Bridge P3 Program across Pennsylvania.

Position Summary

The Project Cost Controller supports cost management and financial controls for heavy civil construction projects. This role assists with budget development, cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting to help ensure projects remain within approved financial targets. The position works closely with Project Managers, Operations, and the Cost Control team to support accurate financial reporting and continuous improvement of cost control processes.

This individual will also play an active role with the cost control team in the implementation of new cost control processes and the rollout and adoption of new software tools.

Key Responsibilities

Project Setup & Budgeting

• Assist with project budget development, cost coding, and financial planning.
• Support project setup in cost control and accounting systems.
• Assist with the implementation and standardization of cost tracking systems and procedures.

Cost Tracking & Forecasting

• Track project costs and assist with variance analysis against budget and forecast.
• Support operations in updates of cost forecasts based on project progress, commitments, and approved changes.
• Support monthly cost review processes with project teams.

Change Management

• Assist with documenting scope changes and evaluating cost impacts.
• Support the processing of change orders, budget adjustments, and cost transfers.

Risk & Cost Support

• Help identify potential cost risks and support mitigation efforts.
• Maintain cost control practices to support overall project financial performance.

Process & Software Implementation

• Participate in the implementation of new cost control processes and best practices.
• Support the rollout, testing, and adoption of new cost control and project management software.
• Assist with system improvements, data integrity, and user support as processes and tools evolve.

Reporting, Communication & Field Support

• Support preparation of cost control reports for operations and finance management.
• Communicate cost-related information clearly and accurately to a wide range of stakeholders, from all levels of field personnel to executive leadership, including the COO.
• Travel to local job site locations as needed (mostly day trips with longer stays as required) to support project teams and gain firsthand understanding of project conditions and progress.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (required).

Experience

• 0-5 years of experience in construction cost control, project controls, or financial analysis.
• Internship or co-op experience in construction or finance is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with construction accounting or cost management software (e.g., Vista, Procore) is a plus.
• Ability and willingness to travel locally to job sites as required.
• Comfortable communicating financial and cost-related information at multiple organizational levels.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new systems, processes, and technologies.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Benefit Summary:

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401K Plan with 4 % company match, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Core Values:

Work Safely:
Safety is our Culture

Deliver Return:
Earning a fair profit increases our long-term value

Value People:
Take Care of Employees and They Will Take Care of Clients

Act with Integrity:
Honesty Builds Trust

Provide Solutions:
Better Solutions Yield Greater Satisfaction

S&B USA Construction and all its affiliate companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment to qualified individuals without regard to the following criteria: race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, age, familial or marital status, ancestry, military status, veteran status or genetic information as well as any other prohibited criteria under any local,…