Financial Controls Director

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

. Lead the development, implementation, and management of project controls processes, focused on timing of costs in coordination with project schedules and risk assessment for all assigned projects.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development, implementation, and management of project controls processes, focused on timing of costs in coordination with project schedules and risk assessment for all assigned projects.
Oversee the preparation and maintenance of forecasts and schedules, and progress reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders to establish project objectives, deliverables, and performance metrics.
Analyze project performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to project teams and leadership focused on timing of projects to ensure projects are meeting clients yearly spend targets.
Ensure compliance with JLL’s project management standards, client requirements, and industry best practices.
Support the preparation of project financial reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Mentor and develop financial controls staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Coordinate with other JLL service lines and external partners to ensure integrated project delivery and client satisfaction.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or related field, or equivalent working experience
10-15 years of construction industry experience with at least 5 years focused on project controls, estimating, or cost consulting
Proven track record developing accurate cost flow forecasts for complex commercial construction and renovation projects
Deep knowledge of construction means and methods, material costs, labor productivity, and market conditions
Expertise using multiple cost forecasting databases
Experience working with leadership teams with demonstrated ability to successfully communicate across teams
Strong understanding of project delivery methods including design-bid-build, design-build, and construction management
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Proficiency in cost forecasting software and advanced Excel skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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Hard Skills & Tools

project controlscost forecastingestimatingcost consultingconstruction means and methodsmaterial costslabor productivityproject delivery methodsadvanced Excelanalytical skills

Soft Skills

communicationmentoringcollaborationleadershipattention to detailcontinuous improvementclient satisfaction

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's degree in EngineeringBachelor's degree in ArchitectureBachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying