What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cost Controller position at E2 Optics?
Why E2 Optics?
⚡ Power the Future of Connectivity! ⚡
Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that's leading the charge in the data center revolution? E2 Optics is one of the fastest-growing and most stable companies at the core of the tech industry-powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and the innovations of tomorrow.
At E2 Optics, you will work with cutting-edge systems in some of the most advanced environments in the world. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities that put you in charge of teams and outcomes. Collaboration is in our DNA - we believe in lifting each other up, mentoring with purpose, and celebrating every win.
If you are looking to be part of something meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused, your next opportunity is here. Join one of America's largest and fastest-growing tech integrators and help us shape what's next.
What You'll Do
The standard work environment for this position is an indoors business office and construction environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, use hands, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must regularly carry and climb ladders to 20 feet. Must be able to operate equipment such as scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs (buggies) if required to do so. The employee may also be required to work in tight, confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
⚡ Power the Future of Connectivity! ⚡
Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology integrator that's leading the charge in the data center revolution? E2 Optics is one of the fastest-growing and most stable companies at the core of the tech industry-powering the infrastructure behind AI, cloud computing, and the innovations of tomorrow.
At E2 Optics, you will work with cutting-edge systems in some of the most advanced environments in the world. We invest in your growth through hands-on experience, industry certifications, and leadership opportunities that put you in charge of teams and outcomes. Collaboration is in our DNA - we believe in lifting each other up, mentoring with purpose, and celebrating every win.
If you are looking to be part of something meaningful, fast-moving, and future-focused, your next opportunity is here. Join one of America's largest and fastest-growing tech integrators and help us shape what's next.
What You'll Do
- Safety is E2 Optics' number one Core Value. All employees are expected to follow safe work practices, as well as adhere to company and client worksite safety policies and procedures
- Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture
- Support Project Manager who manages data center construction, miscellaneous technical construction projects and operations work
- Assist in managing project cost, including budget, forecast, commitments, accruals, Work-In-Place, milestones, WBS, progress, risks and KPIs
- Utilize and maintain historical cost databases (eBuilder or similar) through input of budgets, commitments, work in place, invoices and forecasts
- Provide weekly, monthly and adhoc project status reports (cost, schedule, risk and manpower report)
- Conduct accrual analysis and coordinate with payment processing teams to track the status of vendor payments
- Review invoices for accuracy and trend analysis; monitor open POs, calculate expected cost impact and initiate action(s) to resolve
- Work with P6 Scheduler and Project Manager for progress, warning signs, identify critical path and alignment between cost and schedule
- Manage the project change control process and maintain the baseline and current budget to reflect approved changes
- Provide coaching, development and guidance to team members, encouraging them to promote a Lean culture and to develop with emerging technologies
- Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives across the site to align with deployed corporate strategic goals
- This position is generally expected to require minimal overnight travel (5%). The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2 Optics
- Additional Responsibilities: As identified and assigned
- BA/BS in construction management, finance, engineering or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years experience in construction and project planning for multi-project construction programs
- Experience in construction specifications, construction drawings and other project documentation including RFIs, submittals, payment applications and change orders
- Experience with Primavera P6, MS Excel, PowerPoint
- Experience with cost control tooling (such as eBuilder, Procore, or others)
- Experience communicating financial status and schedule details from multiple construction sites to project managers
- Decision Making and Judgment: The position involves projects and/or assignments requiring considerable decision-making authority regarding procedures, plans and schedules. Must be proficient in problem solving and root cause analysis to determine best feasible solutions
- Knowledge of structured cabling industry including technology, quality and safety standards
- Ability to support the Project Manager and Sr. Project Manager in leading, developing and managing field employees
- Ability to elicit cooperation from a wide variety of sources, including upper management, clients and other departments
- Strong communication and organizational skills, including excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to learn and support new and quickly evolving technologies
- Ability to research information and identify solutions regarding technical issues
- Good work habits under pressure, flexible during times of change
- Ability to work within deadlines while maintaining high work quality including ability to prioritize and multi-task
- Ability to perform duties in a professional manner and appearance
- Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position
- Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
- Demonstrated team-work and versatility in integrating into multiple work environments
- Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio; Primavera P6 preferred)
- Competitive pay
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- BICSI training facilities
- A supportive and inclusive work environment
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
The standard work environment for this position is an indoors business office and construction environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, use hands, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must regularly carry and climb ladders to 20 feet. Must be able to operate equipment such as scissor lifts, telehandlers, boom lifts, and UTVs (buggies) if required to do so. The employee may also be required to work in tight, confined spaces. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.