Cost Analyst

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada University of Alberta Full time

**VFO Project Management Office**:

- Competition No.

**A103951627**
- Closing Date

**Aug 16, 2023**

This position is a part of the Association of the Academic Staff of the University of Alberta (AASUA).

In accordance with the Temporary Librarian, Administrative and Professional Officer (TLAPO) Agreement, this position is an initial appointment of 2 years and offers a comprehensive benefits package found at Faculty & Staff Benefits and annual salary range of $66,730 to $111,144.

**Location - North campus. This role is in person**

**Department summary**

The University of Alberta leads with purpose by investing in the effective and responsible development of our campus infrastructure—building campuses that reflect our excellence in Academics, research and teaching. From small renovations or sustainability projects, to constructing an entire facility from the ground up, Facilities & Operations projects align with U of A's vision, mission and mandate and are guided by the university's Long Range Development Plan and Integrated Asset Management Strategy.

The Infrastructure Development Department at the University of Alberta is the primary area responsible for planning and delivering campus infrastructure and buildings related development projects. The department consists of Space Planning and Stewardship Office, Campus Architecture Office, and the Project Management Office.

This position exists within the Project Management Office (PMO). The PMO is primarily responsible for the delivery of facilities based projects, including contributions and leadership in the planning, initiation, execution, turnover, and close out of projects.

**Position summary**

The Cost Analyst applies knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to provide expert cost management advice and consultation to Facilities and Operations and other University departments. In doing so the Cost Analyst is responsible for providing critical support in the development of the University’s capital plan, and the successful management of capital projects.

This position is also responsible for supporting the procurement of (and providing management and oversight for) external consultant services that may be needed to provide supplemental cost management, support, and information to inform decision making related to capital planning and projects.

**Duties**
- Applies the vertical infrastructure cost management system and professional cost management principles to specific capital projects, working directly with project managers, clients, and consultants in a multi-disciplinary team environment to provide cost management services. Cost management services include cost analysis (functional and elemental), cost planning, business case development, capital budget development, variance analysis, tender analysis, analysis of claims, and life cycle costing.
- Researches and evaluates existing and emerging best practices relating to the provision of cost management services, recommending the adoption of innovative practices, approaches, standards, templates, and tools.
- Ensures that representatives of the University of Alberta are provided with expert cost management advice, consultation, and guidance.
- Consults and collaborates in a multi-disciplinary team environment to:

- determine requirements for cost management services and alternatives for provision.
- establish cost management service standards and terms of reference.
- select appropriate cost management consultants, when required, in accordance with established practices.
- review the work and deliverables of cost consultants for compliance with terms of reference.
- Performs troubleshooting for issues relating to the provision of services by cost management consultants.
- Provides training and guidance to project management staff and clients as to use of cost management models and reports.
- Ensures that the University of Alberta is provided with quality assurance and project support input to support uniform approaches to cost management.
- Provides feedback and input pertaining to techniques and tools (cost plan standards, templates, tools, business processes, and systems etc.) to develop and support continuous improvement of a cost management system.
- Identifies opportunities to improve University cost management procedures, templates and products/reports.
- Provides advice, consultation, and recommendations for issues, opportunities, and challenges associated with cost management, including the review of change pricing and claims and preparing responses to action requests, briefing documents, and reports.
- Ensures that key information and learnings are documented and retained in order to develop an internal database.

**Minimum Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s Degree
- 3-5 years of directly related experience in the profession or discipline
- Eligibility for designation as a PQS with the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
- This position must be knowledgeable and capable to credi


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