Results-driven Project & Cost Controls Manager with proven expertise in budget forecasting, cost estimation, and financial reporting. Skilled in risk management and attention to detail, ensuring project adherence to timelines and quality standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Project & Cost Controls Manager
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Long Beach
01.2026 - Current
Managed project timelines to align with quality standards and achieve project objectives.
Developed and maintained project budgets in collaboration with stakeholders.
Facilitated regular team meetings to enhance communication and collaboration.
Created monthly reports for senior management detailing operational performance metrics and insights.
Monitored budgets and expenditures to maintain cost-effectiveness and uphold quality standards.
Project & Cost Controls Assistant Manager
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Los Angeles
01.2024 - 12.2025
Assisted in budgeting and cost estimation for various construction projects.
Facilitated communication between clients and project teams to ensure alignment.
Led team meetings to discuss project progress and address challenges.
Supported senior managers in strategic planning and resource allocation efforts.
Project & Cost Controls Engineer
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Irvine, California
01.2020 - 12.2024
Designed control systems to enhance project efficiency and reliability.
Ensured compliance with industry standards through collaboration with project teams.
Analyzed project costs to identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
Collaborated with project teams to establish cost control procedures and guidelines.
Prepared detailed cost reports to inform management decisions.
Monitored subcontractor invoices for compliance with contract terms and conditions.
Prepared monthly financial statements for management review.
Assessed job costing information to ensure accuracy of invoices billed to customers.
Implemented cost control measures throughout the project lifecycle by monitoring expenses against approved budgets.
Analyzed cost trends and identified areas of potential savings.
Evaluated bids from suppliers to determine best value in terms of quality, service, delivery time frame.
Project Accountant
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company
Long Beach, California
05.2016 - 12.2019
Managed project budgets and tracked expenses for multiple construction projects.
Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely invoice processing and payment.
Reviewed subcontractor invoices for accuracy and compliance with contract terms.
Prepared monthly financial reports for senior management review, ensuring clarity and accuracy in financial data presentation.
Coordinated with auditors during financial audits to provide necessary documentation.
Implemented process improvements that increased accuracy in financial reporting functions, reducing errors and enhancing reliability.
Supported project teams by providing financial insights and budget forecasts.
Analyzed dates, coding, commitment and retainage for completeness prior to submitting to project manager.
Maintained project-related records, contracts and change orders.
Approved supplier invoices and overhead charges related to projects.
Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely payments are made according to contractual terms.
Developed and oversaw project accounting systems.
Identified areas where process improvements could be made in order to streamline operations.
Created processes for tracking invoices from vendors and subcontractors associated with the project.
Developed and documented business processes and accounting policies, strengthening internal controls and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Conducted monthly reviews of all open projects to ensure accurate accounting records.
Managed unconditional waivers with payment for subcontractors based on project requirements.
Communicated with project management and professionals to monitor job progress cost reporting.