Sr. Cost Controller

Aecon•Toronto, ON

5d•CA$90,000 - CA$120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The ONxpress Civil Joint Venture, comprised of Aecon Infrastructure Management Inc. and FCC Canada Ltd., is delivering civil and track works for Metrolinx’s GO Expansion program. This program aims to increase GO service across the network, including two-way service every 15 minutes or better on core routes. The Sr. Cost Controller will play a key role in managing costs for this significant infrastructure project, which is generating thousands of jobs and economic opportunities. This is a newly created position within the Design & Construction team, responsible for modernizing and modifying the key area network with innovations in regional rail infrastructure construction.

Requirements

7+ years of related project controls experience in construction projects.
Knowledge of financial reporting systems and controller account codes.
College and/or University degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
Organizational skills to handle multiple tasks within a high-pressure work site environment.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
Applied knowledge of Project Management and Cost Controls principles.
Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.
Willingness for continuous learning and advancement of technical knowledge.
Intermediate to expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
Detail oriented.
Must be able to travel to projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Hard Dollar/InEight and SAP ERP systems is an asset.

Responsibilities

Create and submit Applications for Payment to the client and reply to all the questions or comments that may arise to ensure a proper billing process.
Coordinate with Risk, Planners, Finance, IDD/BIM, Supply Chain, and Cost Controller on projects to get accurate information related to accruals and forecast.
Analyze cost trends, identify variances and give explanations for cost deviations.
Develop and implement cost control procedures and workflows.
Identify or define the data sources and data acquisition techniques necessary for the proper functioning of the cost control systems.
Aid cost control, scheduling, supply chain, and finance & project accounting groups as required.
Prepare and present regular cost reports for internal management including overall project Dashboard, project performance report (Earned Value, SPI, CPI, Variances).
Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.
Organize and attend project meetings.
Prepare and maintain Cost Control plans and utilization staffing plans.
Assist with contract administration and payments to subcontractors.
Follow up tasks with internal leads and assist with schedule and cost management.
Create and maintain Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) of the project.
Maintain project progress data and handle any issues that arise.