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Project Manager - Land Development

Dallas, TX · On-site

$93K - $120K/yr

As a Project Manager at LJA Land Development , you will be responsible for leading a team in the design and coordination of civil engineering projects for Special Districts such as Municipal Utility ...

LJA Engineering

Project Manager - Traffic

Nashville, TN · On-site

As a Project Manager at LJA Transportation , you will be responsible for leading and managing traffic engineering projects, including the design of traffic signals, timing plans, and traffic control ...

LJA Engineering

Project Manager - Rail

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

As a Project Manager at LJA Rail , The employee will be involved in all aspects of freight railroad ... LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that ...

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Do workers at LJA Engineering get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
39% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Does LJA Engineering pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
35% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

At LJA Engineering, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
93% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from LJA Engineering affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
94% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at LJA Engineering?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers at LJA Engineering worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
93% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do LJA Engineering workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it for LJA Engineering workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
75% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at LJA Engineering?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
96% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do LJA Engineering managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
87% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do jobs at LJA Engineering spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at LJA Engineering?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
100% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is working at LJA Engineering good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
86% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at LJA Engineering feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
87% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at LJA Engineering get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
90% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at LJA Engineering?

Some people feel stressed out here.
50% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at LJA Engineering enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at LJA Engineering recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
40% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at LJA Engineering?

Most people got enough training when they started.
72% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at LJA Engineering?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 71% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do people think LJA Engineering’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
55% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how LJA Engineering is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
87% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

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Sector/Divisional Controller - Transportation & Public Works

LJA Engineering

Houston, TX • On-site

$100K - $136K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

LJA Engineering rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

33rd of 447 rated engineering

Job description

WHAT LJA HAS TO OFFER
LJA is offering an exciting opportunity that will allow you to reach your full career potential. The structure of our organization is designed to amplify your capabilities while gaining the benefits of being an employee-owner. What truly sets this opportunity apart is the chance to collaborate every day with dedicated, skilled, and supportive leaders. Whether you are in the office, in the field, or behind the scenes, working at LJA gives you the chance to grow through hands-on experience and exposure to a broad range of clients and services.
WHAT MAKES LJA DIFFERENT
At LJA, our employee-owners take pride in their work and their workplace. We're guided by leaders who foster a culture of respect, collaboration and a shared vision of success. Our difference is evident in the experiences and opportunities we provide:
  • Employee-owned. Client-focused
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Consistently ranked as a Top Workplace
  • Internal recruitment team, in-house training, and a marketing department specific to our industry
  • We celebrate flexibility, allowing every team and office to lead with their proven approach
  • Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
  • We believe success comes through constant evolution and communication
  • We are passionate about having fun and making money, all while creating impact

POSITION OVERVIEW: As the Sector/Divisional Controller - Transportation & Public Works, you will be responsible for overseeing all project accounting across a portfolio of transportation and public works civil engineering projects within a ~$800 million organization. This role acts as a key business partner to sector operational leadership, project managers, and corporate finance overseeing approximately $200M-$250M in annual revenue. Reporting to the Corporate Controller, this role is responsible for the integrity of sector financial reporting, month-end close activities, project accounting oversight, billing and collections coordination, balance sheet reconciliations, internal controls, and compliance with company policies and U.S. GAAP. The Sector/Divisional Controller will help drive consistency, visibility, and financial discipline across a multi-state AEC operating environment while developing a high-performing accounting team.
A TYPICAL DAY MIGHT INCLUDE:
  • Lead day-to-day project accounting operations for the Transportation and Public Works sectors, including month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
  • Partner with sector leaders and project managers to monitor project performance, including backlog, work in process, unbilled receivables, write-offs, change orders, and cost overruns.
  • Ensure timely and accurate preparation of sector-level financial statements, management reports, variance analyses, and other decision-support reporting for the Corporate Controller and business leadership.
  • Oversee accounting for complex, multi-phase engineering projects, including contract modifications and milestone billing.
  • Lead or support integration of newly acquired subsidiaries, including alignment of accounting practices and procedures.
  • Maintain and strengthen internal controls, accounting policies, and standard operating procedures to support compliance, consistency, and scalability across multiple states and operating units.
  • Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, responding to requests, and ensuring documentation is complete and accurate.
  • Collaborate with tax, payroll, AP, AR, and corporate accounting teams on cross-functional issues, including intercompany activity, allocations, and process improvements.
  • Coach, develop, and review the work of 10-15 project accountants and accounting staff supporting the Transportation and Public Works sectors.
  • Identify opportunities to improve reporting, data quality, automation, and workflow efficiency within the accounting function.
  • Perform other accounting leadership duties and special projects as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
  • CPA strongly preferred

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility in a controller, assistant controller, accounting manager, or similar role
  • Experience in the architecture, engineering, consulting, construction, or broader professional services environment, with strong understanding of project-based accounting
  • Demonstrated experience overseeing multi-entity or multi-state accounting operations and applying sound internal control practices
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, account reconciliations, audit support, and compliance requirements
  • Deep understanding of project lifecycle accounting, including revenue recognition, billing, collections, backlog, work in process, and project profitability analysis
  • Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights for operational leaders and executive stakeholders
  • Proven leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities, with strong communication and cross-functional partnership skills
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with ERP and project accounting systems used in the AEC or professional services industry
  • Preferred systems experience includes BST, UNANET, Deltek, Microsoft Dynamics 365, or similar ERP and project accounting platforms used in the AEC industry

LEVEL UP WITH LJA
At LJA, we're 100% employee-owned. This drives results, rewards ambition and supports long-term success for every team member. With almost 100 locations and 3,000+ employee-owners (and growing), we're building something big! We want you to be part of it. Your future grows here.
  • Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year's.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
  • Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.
  • Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
  • Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
  • Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
  • Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
  • Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
  • Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.

To Executive Search Firms & Staffing Agencies: LJA Engineering, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from any agencies that have not signed a service agreement. All unsolicited resumes will be considered LJA's property. This includes resumes submitted directly to hiring managers without contacting LJA's Human Resources Talent Department.
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