Cost Controller

Job DescriptionOverviewAtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world since for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.Your roleOpen and setup a group of projects, monitor, control and report their performance through the whole project cycle according to the company procedures and general project control practicesControl project cost accounts, coordinate their opening and closing according to the schedule and project statusInform Manager whether proper progress measurement is in place for all project activities through the whole project cycleAdvise and propose solutions on matters that could prevent meeting the project objectives, provide recommendations to optimize the overall project costProvide timely and accurate cost report updates at the end of each reporting period for the project control accounts to warrant proper monthly cost reportProvide regular reports on project cost status and cost deviations and recommend remedial actionsProvide regular reports on project time accumulation, analyze time budget variances, recommend remedial actionsProvide input to client reporting as per contract requirementsPrepare forward looking project and business cash flow forecasts Coordinate change management process on the projectReport on the areas of concern that could prevent meeting the project objectivesInterface with other Project Controls and Cost Controllers to maintain integrated cost-schedule project control systemInterface with planners on the deliverables' progress to update estimate-to-completeCollaborate with Financial Shared Services Centre (FSSC) to initiate, review and issue client invoicesPrepare earned value analysis and progress reporting for all activities on project. Identify and explain variances between actual costs, plan, earned values and forecasts, communicate the reasons for the variances and identify the problem areas to the Project ManagerSupport the Project Manager in conducting cost risk analysis on a periodic basisSpecial assignments, ad hoc reports and other related duties as requiredContribute in the implementation of ECOSYS on the project.Ensure proper commitment tracking and reporting for PO'sPerforming accruals analysis on monthly basis.Prepare monthly/quarterly/yearly forecastGuide Junior staff About youUniversity degree (Bachelors)Minimum 10 years Cost Control experience.Proficient in MS office suite of software, especially in Microsoft Excel.Solid understanding of accruals (Client/Vendor)Ability to learn new software as per the company standards.Strong organizational skills are required with attention to details.Ability to establish priorities and work under pressure to meet project deadlines.Strong knowledge of the general project controls policies and procedures.Solid report writing, communication and presentation skills.Effective problem-solving skills with a results-oriented approach.Strong analytical skills.Ability to work well with Clients and Alliance partners.Reward & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada.Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs.Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise.And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time-off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life.Be rewarded. Find out more.About AtkinsRéalisWe're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.Find out more.Additional informationAtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy. AtkinsRéalis and other subsidiary or affiliated companies of AtkinsRéalis (referred to throughout as "AtkinsRéalis") are committed to protecting your privacy. 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