Project Controller

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry is looking to add a Project Controller to our growing team in Seattle, WA. This position will serve as the single point of financial accountability for McKinstry’s most complex and high-value program engagements. This role provides senior-level financial stewardship — integrating project cost control, multi-stream revenue management, owner billing compliance, and executive-level reporting — while operating as a credible financial leader across delivery, legal, tax, and client-facing stakeholders. Additional responsibilities include:

• Own all financial controls for a single, dedicated program engagement — including cost coding, budget management, cost-to-complete forecasting, and audit-ready substantiation documentation across multiple revenue stream types (manufacturing/goods, professional services, construction, and commissioning).
• Lead owner billing compliance across complex, open-book contract structures; ensure invoice-to-cash discipline aligned with owner cost breakdown and reporting requirements, preventing payment cycle delays at scale.
• Manage large, active subcontractor accounts payable book — overseeing payment chain discipline, lien waiver compliance, and sub-tier finan