Project Controller (Shipyard Operations) Purpose: Colonna's Shipyard is seeking a Project Controller to support Shipyard Operations at our Shipyard in Norfolk, VA. Position Summary: The Project Controller provides financial oversight and analytical support to ensure projects are executed in alignment with company objectives, budgets, and timelines. This role partners with project managers, operations, and finance teams to monitor performance, report results, and enforce compliance with company and contractual requirements. The Project Controller plays a critical role in supporting revenue recognition processes and ensuring purchase orders are efficiently managed and closed at project completion. The Project Controller supports our operations in Norfolk, VA. Position reports onsite to our Corporate office (offering no current remote/hybrid work opportunities) and may require hours beyond a standard work week to support business operations during peak times. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available, but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments. Position may require work hours beyond a standard work week to support business operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Plan, track, analyze, and report performance on projects of varying type, size, and complexity. Develop, monitor, and update project budgets, forecasts, and cost control systems. Track project performance against budgets and schedules, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions to improve progress/performance. Prepare and distribute monthly reporting to the stakeholder teams, including revenue recognition analysis and support. Partner with finance during month-end close to validate project revenue, costs, and accruals. Monitor contract modifications and change orders to ensure timely financial and schedule updates. Spearhead the close-out of purchase orders and ensure all commitments are reconciled at project completion. Support project managers with financial data, including cash flow, profitability, and margin analysis. Assist in developing and maintaining project schedules in coordination with planning and operations teams. Prepare project dashboards, KPIs, and executive summaries for management review. Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and (where applicable) government contracting requirements (FAR, DFARS, DCAA). Support audits, reviews, and other governance activities related to project financials. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. 3–7 years of experience in project controls, project accounting, or financial analysis; experience in shipyard, construction, engineering, or defense contracting industries is strongly preferred. Strong knowledge of GAAP and revenue recognition principles. Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Deltek, or equivalent), and project management software (Primavera, MS Project, or equivalent). Ability to analyze and present complex data clearly to both finance and non-finance stakeholders. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Must be able to apply logic and sound reasoning to identify and resolve problems while working independently in a high-volume environment and ability to readily identify/determine priorities. Must have excellent communication (both written and verbal), and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Travel Requirements: Minimal Travel; 10% or less. Security Requirements: Position requires US Citizenship. Physical Requirements: Sit, Stand, Walk, Bend, Squat, Climb, Reach, Push and Pull, Stoop, Crawl, Kneel, Balance, Lift and Carry various objects and equipment. General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require standing and walking for up to 30% of the time. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there is minimal exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Hear, talk, and smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available, but also requires safe navigation and regular partnership with operations teams within shipyard/industrial environments. A considerable amount of time is spent operating a personal computer. Must be able to climb up and down stairs and spend time moving throughout the facility and onboard marine vessels. Respect, Pride, Truth, Family – These are our VALUES and the guidelines that make us a leader in our industry. We are pleased and confident in stating that our skilled employees are among the most respected experts in the ship repair industry. Colonna’s Shipyard Inc., and its divisions, are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Additionally, Colonna’s Shipyard provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid disability insurances, 401k with match, legal services, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).