Project Controller (Traveler) - Data Centers
Gilbane
New Florence, MO · Posted September 30, 2026
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About the job
Requisition Title
Project Controller (Traveler) - Data Centers Requisition ID
2026-13505 Job Locations
US-MO-New Florence US-MO-New Florence Category
Accounting and Finance Company : Name
Gilbane Building Company Location : Location
US-MO-New Florence Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name
Gilbane Development Company Requisition Post Information* : External Company URL
http://www.gilbaneco.com/ Location : Postal Code
63363 Location : Address
656 Tree Farm Rd Additional Locations
US-MO-New Florence Position Type (Portal Searching)
Full-Time
Trains and supports project teams in all project accounting procedures
Supervises and trains direct reports on processes, procedures, and completion of daily tasks; manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
Ensures accuracy and completion of project forecast
Assists in the financial closing process including development of risk and opportunity analysis
Works and acts as an Independent Accountant during project forecast meetings to mitigate financial risk
Evaluates change management for inconsistencies and risk impacts on projects
Monitors key indicators for managing and analyzing risk projects while keeping Accounting Manager and/or Business Controller informed on any noted concerns
Assists the Accounting Manager or Business Controller with monthly Work in Process (WIP)
Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports
Supports financial management activities for a large-scale data center construction project.
Partners with project leadership to analyze costs, commitments, and change management impacts associated with mission critical construction operations.
Monitors project financial performance and helps identify risks and opportunities across complex project workstreams.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field
8-10 years of experience project accounting experience on commercial construction projects valued at 100M or larger
Or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
Ability to learn construction management and payment management software
Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Click here to view the physical demands and working conditions required to perform this role. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
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