Project Controls Senior Manager
$150k - $200k
Expert
Bachelor's, MBA
Westminster, CO, USA
In Person
AccountingCost & Management Accounting
About the job
Requirements
- At least 8 years of progressive construction project controls, portfolio management, or project accounting experience, with a proven track record of improving cost, schedule, and margin outcomes.
- At least 3 years of dedicated leadership or people-management experience, with a track record of building and scaling high-performing teams.
- Mastery of diverse construction contract structures, including Lump Sum, Unit Price, Cost-Plus, and GMP, as well as construction law, claim mitigation, and complex job costing.
- Power-user proficiency in enterprise ERP systems such as Viewpoint, Vista, SAP, or Oracle, and advanced controls or scheduling software such as Primavera P6, Cleopatra Enterprise, or EcoSys.
- Advanced business intelligence skills using Power BI, Tableau, and advanced Excel, and comfort with emerging AI and analytics platforms.
- Ability to evaluate technology tools for business impact.
- Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders at C-level and Board level.
- Ability to lead organizational change and bring teams along.
- Ability to distill complex financial data into clear narratives that support decisions.
- Ability to maintain strategic clarity in complex environments and under pressure.
Responsibilities
- Design, enforce, and continuously optimize standardized project controls models, policies, and procedures across GSI construction portfolios and business units.
- Deliver executive-grade financial reporting, including dashboards, variance analyses, and strategic recommendations, for the C-suite, Board, and JV partners.
- Lead the evaluation, selection, and deployment of enterprise controls systems and AI-driven forecasting tools to improve predictive accuracy.
- Ensure the integrity of WIP processes, revenue recognition accuracy, and margin tracking across the segment in compliance with accounting standards.
- Serve as the final internal authority and strategic advisor on high-value change orders, contract modifications, and claims to maximize recovery and protect project profitability.
- Conduct quantitative portfolio risk assessments, including Monte Carlo and contingency analyses, to mitigate macro-level financial risks and optimize capital allocation.
- Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing project controls team, developing future controls leaders.
- Partner with Project Executives, Operations VPs, Estimating, and Corporate Accounting to embed financial discipline into project execution.
- Optimize macro cash flow by managing segment-wide WIP, AR aging, and AP scheduling with measurable working capital impact.
Desired Qualifications
- Background in heavy civil, geotechnical, infrastructure, or specialty construction, with exposure to portfolios exceeding $500 million in annual volume.
- Professional certification such as CCP (Certified Cost Professional), EVP (Earned Value Professional), PMP, or CPA/CMA.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or Accounting; an MBA is highly desirable.
- Hands-on experience with quantitative risk analysis, Monte Carlo simulations, and advanced forecasting methodologies.
About the company
GeoStabilization International provides geohazard mitigation services in the United States and Canada, focusing on emergency landslide repairs, rockfall mitigation, and foundation stabilization. They use a design-build contracting approach with an in-house engineering team and specialized tools to design and install stabilization systems for infrastructure across transportation, rail, power, mining, and pipeline sectors. Projects are priced with precise budgets and efficient proposals, and they offer a multi-year warranty covering materials, installation, and overall system performance. Their global partnerships and ability to handle slope stability and foundation problems across many geologic settings, combined with a focus on protecting people and infrastructure, aim to improve resilience and extend asset life.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Grand Junction, Colorado
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Leonard Green owns GSI after the September 26, 2024 sale announcement.
- GSI added sculpted shotcrete on August 18, 2026, expanding project scope.
- September 2026 hiring across field, finance, and engineering signals active demand.
What critics are saying
- Geostabilization International v. Geospecialties entered federal court in January 2026.
- RoadGuard, Access Limited, and core GSI create integration and culture complexity.
- A catastrophic DOT failure or injury could trigger warranty claims and debarment.
What makes GeoStabilization International unique
- Design-build geohazard repairs bundle engineering, equipment, and warranty-backed delivery.
- RoadGuard and Access Limited broaden GSI from slopes into roadway safety.
- Frontline Academy trains proprietary crews in shotcrete, drilling, and grouting.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Mental Health Support
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- 401(k) Company Match
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Paid Vacation
- Training Programs