Cost Analyst

Job Posting End Date: Friday, May 10, 2024 Position Type: Contractor Position Sub Type: Contractor Work Location: Calgary, AB Shift:

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At MEG, you can bring your unique knowledge and experience to work and contribute your ideas to drive our purpose, which is to supply the world with environmentally and socially responsible energy, while generating long term value for all our stakeholders. We are looking for talented individuals to bring their skills and experience to our dynamic and inclusive culture of performance and innovation.

We are proud to be an Alberta-based company where our leaders are local, accessible to MEG’s employees and committed to operating responsibly. We are guided by our operating priorities to ensure we care for:

• Ourselves and all others.

• The environment and the communities in which we live and operate; and

• Our business and its long-term performance.

Cost Analyst (Contract Role), Calgary

If you are an experienced Cost Controller and are seeking a new role in a dynamic team, then we want to hear from you The MEG Energy Facilities Projects team is expanding with an opportunity for an energetic self-starter who is looking to take on a critical role in directly supporting the business through the preparation, maintenance and continuous improvement of our data collection, quality and reporting. If you are a forward-thinking individual looking to for a new and exciting opportunity, taking on a role that will offer significant growth and learning while continuously improving processes and polices, then this is the role for you

*Please note, this role is a 12-month contract position with opportunity for renewal and compensation as a straight hourly rate*

Your day-to-day will include:

• Provide and demonstrate safety leadership in accordance with MEG programs, inspiring and motivating others to ensure safety in all activities and taking care of themselves and others.

• Champion the LEM data collection activities associated with large and small projects; core duties will include:

  • Work with Supply Chain to understand contract terms and conditions to be applied to LEMS from contractors.

  • Collection and processing of LEM data into our in-house developed software.

  • Attest, review, and ensure completeness and accuracy of LEMS.

  • Work directly with contractors and service providers to resolve issues in a timely manner.

  • Issuing payment certificates to authorize contractors and service providers to invoice for work performed.

  • Work with construction management to review Equipment on site is being used and remove unused or standby equipment to save costs.

  • Load attendance records into our system and validate LEMs against attendance.

  • Create cost monitoring reports by contractor and service order.

• This role will also assist with our progress and performance data collection and reporting.

• Identify the areas of concern and potential impact on project financial performance. Report on issues and trends to aid the management decision-making and corrective plans.

• Supporting cost control and project controls with reporting, analysis, and other support as required.

• Perform other related functions as may be required by the Project Controls Lead such as additional scope analysis, ad hoc reporting, and assisting other areas in project controls function.

• You will build and maintain respectful and collaborative professional relations with other groups such as Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounts Payable, Sub-Contractors, or other internal MEG groups and stakeholders.

• You will be part of the MEG team committed to performing all our activities in an ethical manner, consistent with MEG’s corporate policies.

What you will bring to MEG:

• Directly related experience in project controls, Cost Control, project accounting, AP or Construction tracking.

• A successful track record of accurately recording, analyzing, interpreting, cost data for large and small projects.

• Post-secondary education with a technical diploma or bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is an asset.

• Project management certification or formal training in cost control is an asset.

• Excellent written and oral communication as well as strong presentation skills and the ability to efficiently manage multidiscipline meetings is required.

• Excellent computer skills working with MS office and expert level in Excel is required.

• Working knowledge of industry standard cost control software specifically Prism Project Manager, LEM systems, and progress tracking systems is a strong asset.

• Strong analytical abilities including gathering and interpreting information from multiple sources, organizational and problem-solving skills are required.

• You take initiative are a self-starter, pro-active and flexible work style and the ability to work with minimal supervision is required.

• This position may require travelling to site periodically or to EP offices.

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At MEG, our employees are committed to:

• Safety - Foundational in everything that we do. We are committed to both physical safety at our work sites as well as safety in belonging and bringing your true self to work.

• Being Local & Committed to Our Community – We are proud to have been built in Alberta. Our leadership team lives in Alberta, knows its staff by name and cares about operating responsibly where we live. We are committed to achieving net zero GHG emissions by 2050 and supporting our local communities through volunteering our time, talent, and resources.

• Big Ideas Creating Opportunities – We believe in the ability to impact one’s role by thinking differently and bringing creative ideas forward. We believe in working in a team with diversity in skills, experience and thoughts leading to improved decision-making and problem-solving. If you have an idea, you are empowered to develop and bring it to life.

• Talent Development – We are a company that believes in the potential of our people. Our approach to development is through on-the job experiences, mentorship, and formal learning. At MEG you can learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to grow. Our employee’s development is at the core of our success.

• Total Rewards – We offer industry competitive pay with short-term and long-term incentive programs to reward your contributions. Our employees participate in our MEG-A-FITS benefit program with medical, dental, life insurance and more to meet your family’s needs as well as health and wellness programs to support being active outside of work, time off and flexible work options.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, please submit your resume by clicking on Apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. MEG Energy is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity in our workforce. We work to ensure that our policies and practices protect individuals and groups under applicable human rights legislation. We will respond to accessibility accommodations by applicants upon request.

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