Cost Controller

1 month ago


Ottawa, Canada EBC Inc. Full time

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia.

 

Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.

 

Come build with us

 

*The position will be based in Vancouver, Ottawa, or Toronto.

 

Responsibilities

  • Manage the cost control cycle throughout the project execution, by setting up projects/mandates, tracking budgets and schedules, within the project management system;
  • Calculate the initial budget on the basis of the proposal;
  • Ensure tracking of hours, expenses, costs and budget updates;
  • Monitor changes and coordination with the project team;
  • Evaluate change requests, evaluate their impact on project objectives and communicate changes to stakeholders;
  • Ensure and manage the project progress monitoring with discipline managers, including cost and schedule controls;
  • Ensure follow-up with project managers on regular updates of project forecasts, including periodic assistance in the estimation of remaining project costs, as well as necessary provisions and risks;
  • Records and resolves issues relating to project budgets and schedules;
  • Ensure the quality of prepared project status reports, executive summaries, and dashboards to provide timely updates on performance.


Requirements
  • Administration, finance, or engineering degree;
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position;
  • Bilingual (an asset), but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required;
  • Strong personal IT skills (MS Office suite) and relevant software skills specific to project controls.
  • Ability to obtain a security clearance
Skills and attitudes required
  • Interest for numbers and rigorous in analyzing project costs;
  • Autonomy;
  • Ability to work in a team;
  • Able to perform in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines;
  • Excellent organizational, communication and writing skills.


BenefitsConditions offered by EBC
  • Competitive salary;
  • 4 weeks of annual vacation;
  • Flexible group insurance program upon entry;
  • Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP);
  • 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
  • Training and development programs;
  • Employee assistance program;
  • Active social club and health and wellness committee;
  • Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment;
  • A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done;
  • Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.




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