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Regional Cost ControllerS&B USA Construction & Fay • Washington, DC, United States
Regional Cost Controller

Regional Cost Controller

S&B USA Construction & Fay • Washington, DC, United States
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S&B USA Construction is a family of diversified heavy‑civil and industrial construction companies recognized for safe and innovative infrastructure solutions. Our team of experienced professionals demonstrates an unparalleled commitment to safety, quality and service on all projects. We excel on projects with tight schedules and difficult working conditions. Our innovative solutions and customer‑focused approach provide clients with unmatched value and quality.

Regional Cost Controller is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely and consistent cost management across multiple heavy‑civil projects within the Mid‑Atlantic region. This role provides financial visibility, supports project leadership through proactive analysis and forecasting, and drives adherence to company‑wide cost control standards. The Regional Cost Controller partners closely with project management, operations and accounting teams to promote informed decision‑making, identify cost trends and support profitability across the region.

Location : Baltimore, MD or Washington, DC regional office

Reports to : Cost Control Manager (Pittsburgh HQ), with dotted‑line reporting to Regional Operations Leadership and the COO

Key Responsibilities

Cost Control & Tracking

  • Oversee cost performance across multiple regional projects, ensuring ERP data integrity and consistency (Viewpoint Vista).
  • Monitor daily, weekly and monthly expenditures and production metrics, identifying cost trends and variances proactively.
  • Lead monthly project financial reviews in partnership with Project Managers and Regional Operations.
  • Ensure consistent application of cost coding, budget structures and reporting standards.
  • Support financial closeout by reviewing accruals, commitments and cost transfers.
  • Provide training and field support for cost control procedures and ERP workflows.

Budget Development & Project Setup

  • Collaborate with estimating and operations teams to establish project budgets and cost structures.
  • Set up and validate cost codes, budget breakdowns and reporting templates in Viewpoint Vista.
  • Contribute to standardization of cost control templates and startup procedures across the region.

    • Forecasting & Financial Reporting

  • Support project‑level Forecast at Completion (FAC) preparation based on production and procurement updates.
  • Track commitments, purchase orders and equipment utilization against budget.
  • Prepare regional cost performance dashboards and variance analyses.
  • Align financial forecasts with schedule updates and earned value performance.

    • Monitoring, Analysis & Variance Reporting

  • Support preparation and review of monthly Project Management Executive Summary (PMES), cost control and project status reports for regional and corporate leadership.
  • Analyze cost trends and forecast accuracy, highlighting high‑risk areas and recommending corrective actions.
  • Support over / under billing analysis and earned value management reporting.
  • Assist with project audit reviews and process compliance monitoring.

    • Change Management & Risk

  • Support change management tracking, pending change order review and claims cost analysis.
  • Participate in risk register reviews and contingency tracking at both project and regional levels.

    • Training, Systems, and Continuous Improvement

  • Contribute to ongoing ERP enhancement efforts and data structure improvements.
  • Deliver cost control and forecasting training to project teams and field engineers.
  • Identify and implement process improvement opportunities that enhance accuracy and efficiency.

    • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred.
  • 5–10 years of progressive experience in cost control or project controls, preferably in heavy civil, transportation or infrastructure sectors.
  • Strong working knowledge of Viewpoint Vista (preferred) or similar ERP systems (CMiC, JD Edwards, SAP, etc.).
  • Proven ability to manage and interpret cost data across multiple large projects ($20 M–$100 M+ each).
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; experience with earned value and variance analysis.
  • The ability to confidently challenge operational staff on forecasts using a data‑driven approach to ensure accurate projections and responsible budget management.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to partner across operations and accounting functions.
  • Advanced Excel and reporting tool proficiency; experience with Power BI or data visualization tools a plus.

    • Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Demands

  • Typically an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation, normal temperature and noise levels.
  • Work assignments are diversified; requires interpreting, comprehending and applying complex materials, data and instructions.
  • Minimal physical effort required; work is mostly sedentary but involves walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects usually less than 10 lb (e.g., papers, books, files and small parts).
  • Work has periodic stress due to frequent goals and deadlines and the responsibility associated with the role.

    • Benefit Summary

    Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; 401(k) 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.

    • Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

    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 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, state or federal law applicable to S&B USA Construction. As part of the firm’s equal employment opportunity statement, S&B USA Construction will also take affirmative action to ensure that minorities, females, veterans, and qualified people with disabilities are considered for employment and promotional opportunities.

    Reasonable Accommodation

    If a reasonable accommodation is needed for the interview process, please contact Human Resources at recruiting@shikunusa.com or Phone : 412‑471‑4200 ext 1032.

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