Cost Control Lead

FCC Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FCC Canada seeks an experienced Cost Controller to lead project controls for our Toronto operations. You will set cost control guidelines, monitor forecasts, manage SAP Finance, and drive Earned Value Management adherence across projects.

The ideal candidate has 15 years in construction with 10+ years in cost control, a deg in Accounting/Engineering, and proven leadership abilities to mentor staff and improve controls within a progressive delivery environment.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in Construction with at least 10 years in Cost Control.
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business, or Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with progressive delivery model is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management principles.
• Proven experience leading Cost Control staff.
• Proven strong analytical skills.
• Proven problem solver with sound judgment and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Set cost control guidelines and responsibilities within a business unit or Project Control Plan.
• Provide guidance to project controls and operations teams to recognize issues, leverage lessons learned and drive toolset/process adoption, and ensure accuracy of key project metrics.
• Attend and contribute to Handover and Kick-Off meetings.
• Conducts detailed review and analysis of project performance control and reporting to understand and articulate key metrics and trends.
• Ensures tracking and forecasting, progress monitoring, and cost reporting meet specific project requirements.
• Manage detailed financial analysis ensuring that transactions are recorded accurately and assigned to the appropriate control accounts.
• Ensures the preparation and updating of project cash flows and reporting and forecasting as required throughout the project life cycle.
• Directly interfaces with management as necessary for cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting.
• Performs cost data analysis and development.
• Performs performance monitoring and coordinates cost/schedule and quantity trends when required.
• Manage SAP Finance system.
• Supervise the implementation of Work Breakdown and Project Coding Structures for control and integrity of work to be performed as defined by the project agreement.
• Oversees and supports project change management, including subcontractor claims, change requests, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Identifies commercial risks and develops mitigation measures to ensure project control deliverables.
• Identify opportunities of Project Controls improvement for management review and consideration.
• Contribute to Risk Mitigation Plan.
• Hire, supervise, coach, develop, and mentor project controls personnel.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Mentoring

Education

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business, or Engineering

Tools

SAP

Primavera

Hard Dollar

Accubid

Job description

Position Summary

• Set cost control guidelines and responsibilities within a business unit or Project Control Plan.
• Provide guidance to project controls and operations/project management teams to recognize emerging issues, leverage lessons learned and drive toolset/process adoption, and ensure accuracy of key project metrics.
• Attend and contribute to Handover and Kick-Off meetings.
• Conducts detailed review and analysis of project performance control and reporting to understand and articulate key metrics and trends.
• Ensures that tracking and forecasting, progress monitoring, and cost reporting meet specific project requirements.
• Manage detailed financial analysis ensuring that transactions are recorded accurately and assigned to the appropriate control accounts.
• Ensures the preparation and updating of project cash flows and reporting and forecasting as required throughout the project life cycle.
• Directly interfaces with management as necessary for cost control monitoring, analysis, and reporting.
• Performs cost data analysis and development.
• Performs performance monitoring and coordinates cost/schedule and quantity trends when required.
• Manage SAP Finance system.
• Supervise the implementation of Work Breakdown and Project Coding Structures for control and integrity of work to be performed as defined by the project agreement.
• Oversees and supports project change management, including subcontractor claims, change requests, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Identifies commercial risks and develops mitigation measures to ensure project control deliverables.
• Identify opportunities of Project Controls improvement for management review and consideration.
• Contribute to Risk Mitigation Plan.
• Hire, supervise, coach, develop, and mentor project controls personnel.
• Drive an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives, and enable career progression by fostering a sense of belonging.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION

• 15 years of experience in Construction with at least 10 years of experience in Cost Control.
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business, or Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience with progressive delivery model is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of "Earned Value Management" principles.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting systems and controller account codes and an understanding of Controller instructions, which impact Project Controls (including Project Financial Status Reports and Earned Revenue Determination Data).
• Proven experience and ability in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, estimating, and cost control.
• Proven ability to effectively lead Cost Control staff.
• Proven strong analytical skills.
• Proven problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability.

Job Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly identify and articulate issues.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.
• Detail oriented and customer focused.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with ERP systems is an asset.
• Knowledge of SAP and required project controls software which may include Primavera, Hard Dollar, and/or Accubid.
• Accreditation from AACEI or CIQS is an asset.
• Be a champion of inclusion and diversity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

FCC Canada is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive culture which promotes gender equity and the recruitment of all under-represented groups in all levels of its workforce. This position is located in Toronto, ON.