Project Controls Specialist - Construction Finance

Location: Broomfield

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World our teams are rapidly growing across the nation As a company committed to our teams well being and growth we offer a supportive work environment opportunities for advancement and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future Your expertise and ambition are valued here The work we do matters The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives betters communities and improves ecosystems If youre passionate about this we want to hear from you About the Role The Construction Project Controls Specialist is responsible for independently reviewing evaluating and validating project controls systems and processes across active construction projects This role plays a key part in ensuring the accuracy consistency and effectiveness of cost management scheduling risk management change control and project reporting The Specialist provides objective oversight to confirm alignment with contractual requirements internal standards and industry best practices while identifying potential risks inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement This position partners closely with project teams and leadership to strengthen project controls execution and support successful project outcomes This is an on site position based at our corporate office in Broomfield CO working Monday Friday with approximately 15 travel as needed Essential Functions Project Controls Auditing Conduct independent audits of project controls systems procedures and documentation across construction projects

Evaluate the effectiveness of cost control schedule control change management risk management and forecasting processes

Assess compliance with contract terms internal policies and applicable regulatory or funding requirements

Verify the accuracy and reliability of project data reports and dashboards

Cost & Financial Controls Review project budgets cost estimates cost reports and forecasts for accuracy and completeness

Audit change orders claims contingencies and allowances to ensure proper approval and documentation

Identify cost variances trends and potential overruns and assess mitigation strategies

Risk & Change Management Audit project risk registers and risk management processes

Assess how risks opportunities and changes are identified evaluated approved and incorporated into cost and schedule forecasts

Review the effectiveness of change control governance and documentation

Reporting & Governance Evaluate the consistency timeliness and quality of project controls reporting

Prepare clear objective audit reports outlining findings root causes impacts and recommendations

Present audit results to project leadership senior management or clients as required

Track corrective actions and follow up on implementation

Continuous Improvement & Advisory Support Identify systemic issues control gaps and best practice improvements across projects

Provide advisory input to strengthen project controls frameworks standards and procedures

Support the development of lessons learned and knowledge sharing initiatives

Travel and Work Location Travel is required as needed Estimate 15

Work Location is Full Time in the Broomfield CO Office Basic Qualifications Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management Finance Accounting or a related field

Equivalent professional experience may substitute for formal education
58 years of progressive experience in one or more of the following

Construction project controls

Cost engineering cost control

Project scheduling CPMProject management or project auditing

Direct experience working on active construction or capital projects not purely financial audits

Working knowledge ofCost estimating budgeting and forecasting

Schedule development and analysis CPMChange management and claims support

Risk and contingency management

Ability to interpret

Construction contracts

Project schedules and cost reports

Change orders pay applications and forecasts

Preferred Qualifications Experience in CMiC ERP Excel and Power

BIExperience auditing large or complex programs 100MCompensation This position offers a base salary range of annually based on skills and experience Benefits Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical dental and vision
100 Company Paid Benefits Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment AD&D Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D Short Term Disability STD Long Term Disability LTD Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents critical illness and hospital indemnity

Flexible Time Off Program includes vacation and personal time

Paid Sick and Safe Leave Paid Parental Leave Program
10 Paid Holidays
401k Plan company matching contributions up to 4

Employee Referral Program

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