Cost Controller (HaLRT)

Aecon•Hamilton, ON

63d•CA$70,000 - CA$100,000

About The Position

Aecon Utilities is a leading North American utility infrastructure provider with a strong track record delivering safe, reliable and innovative solutions across electrical, telecommunications, pipeline distribution and renewable energy markets. With operations across North America, Aecon Utilities supports critical utility infrastructure that powers and keeps communities connected. Guided by our core value of Safety Always, we partner with clients to build the infrastructure that powers the future. The Hamilton LRT Alliance has been selected by Metrolinx as the development partner for the Hamilton LRT – Package 1: Civil & Utilities. Under the alliance model, Aecon provides construction capability and resources as part of an integrated team, working collaboratively with all alliance participants to progress design, cost, and construction schedules during the project’s development phase. The Hamilton LRT isn’t just a transit project—it’s reshaping how a city connects, grows, and moves. Join us in being part of a dynamic team building critical infrastructure that will leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. We are currently seeking a Cost Controller with experience in utilities, transit, or heavy civil infrastructure projects to support cost management, forecasting, and reporting activities across this program. This position reports to the Project Controls Director and works closely with project teams, finance, scheduling, procurement, and commercial management.

Requirements

4–7 years of Project Controls experience, preferably in utilities, transit, rail, or heavy civil infrastructure
Post‑secondary diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Strong applied knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM), cost engineering, and cost control practices
Working knowledge of project management and project controls principles
Experience working in SAP environments
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; Visio is considered an asset
Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Primavera P6
Ability to read, analyze, and manipulate schedules, curves, and progress reports
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced project environment
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across project teams and stakeholders
Detail‑oriented, analytical, and customer‑focused
Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

Nice To Haves

Visio is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Support proposal, estimating, and project start‑up activities to ensure alignment between approved estimates, budgets, and cost baselines
Develop and maintain the Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS), cost accounts, and budget distribution aligned to utilities, civil, and systems scopes
Establish and maintain project cost control systems, including Earned Value Management (EVM), rules of credit, KPIs, and dashboards
Ensure compliance with client and public‑sector reporting requirements, including progress reporting, KPIs, and payment milestones
Coordinate with Scheduling to align resource planning, cost performance, and baseline schedules
Prepare and maintain project cash flow forecasts in coordination with Finance
Perform cost variance analysis and reforecasting using actuals, progress, and EVM metrics
Audit cost allocations and expenditures, including payroll, subcontractor invoices, and supplier charges; recommend corrective actions as required
Work with Finance to monitor cash position and support billing, invoicing, and payment certification
Facilitate risk and contingency reviews, including adjustments related to utility interfaces, third‑party impacts, and scope changes
Support procurement and subcontract cost management, including purchase orders, commitments, and project close‑out
Maintain the Change Management system, including change tracking, impact analysis, and support to the commercial team
Lead internal cost reporting and ensure alignment with client reporting cycles
Develop and maintain a project‑specific Project Controls Plan in alignment with Aecon standards
Contribute to continuous improvement of project controls processes, templates, and tools
Capture and document lessons learned for future utilities and transit projects