Project Controller

Company : Hays Electrical Services

Job Description - Project Controller

About the Opportunity
Hays Electrical Services is seeking a high-performing Project Controller to support large-scale commercial, multifamily, and mission-critical electrical projects across Texas and nationally.
This role is critical to ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at or above target margins. You’ll partner directly with Project Managers, field leadership, and executive teams to drive financial performance, cost control, and operational efficiency across complex builds.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth contractor environment and enjoy owning the financial side of major projects—this is your seat at the table.

What You’ll Do

Own project financials from kickoff through closeout across multiple electrical construction projects
Develop and maintain cost forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis
Lead monthly WIP reporting, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and margin tracking
Partner with Project Managers to identify financial risks and implement corrective actions
Track and analyze labor productivity and job cost performance
Manage the change order process (pricing, tracking, approvals, and impact to budget)
Monitor subcontractor and vendor costs, ensuring alignment with project budgets
Support billing, cash flow forecasting, and collections
Build and maintain financial dashboards and reporting tools for leadership visibility
Ensure compliance with contract terms, financial controls, and internal processes

What You Bring

5+ years of experience in project controls, project accounting, or cost control within construction
Understanding of Contracts, direct, indirect and overhead rates
Strong preference for experience with an electrical contractor or specialty subcontractor
Proven experience supporting commercial, multifamily, or mission-critical projects (data centers, healthcare, etc.)
Deep understanding of job cost accounting, WIP reporting, and forecasting
Experience managing change orders and cost variance analysis
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, forecasting models, financial tracking)
Experience with tools like Procore, Viewpoint Vista, or similar ERP systems
Ability to communicate effectively with both field teams and executive leadership

Compensation & Perks

Competitive compensation package
Full benefits (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with company match
Exposure to high-profile, large-scale projects

Why Hays Electrical Services

Nationally recognized electrical contractor with a reputation for execution and excellence
Work on high-impact projects across commercial, multifamily, and mission-critical sectors
Strong leadership team focused on growth, mentorship, and long-term career development
Culture built on accountability, performance, and team collaboration

If you meet the qualifications outlined above and are ready to contribute your skills to the team at Hays Electrical Services, we encourage you to apply. Join us in providing exceptional service for our clients and supporting our company's operations. Apply now!

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