Cost Control Lead

Turnertownsend; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental benefits

RRSP with company match

Learning & development budget

Professional membership support

Vacation & flexible days

Hybrid work model

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Senior Cost Consultant in Toronto to lead cost intelligence across complex infrastructure programs. You will partner with Program Controls, oversee budgets, and deliver proactive risk mitigation and strategic cost analysis for senior stakeholders.

The role requires 10+ years of cost management experience in large-scale projects, professional credentials, and strong EVMS and financial analysis skills.

Qualifications

• . Degree in quantity surveying, cost management, project management, or related discipline.
• . 10+ years managing costs on large-scale infrastructure or construction programs.
• . Professional credential (CCP, PQS, MRICS, or equivalent) preferred.
• . Demonstrated expertise in Earned Value Management, financial analysis, and risk assessment within complex, multi-project environments.
• . Strong proficiency with cost management software and MS Office suite.
• . Proven ability to synthesize cost data across programs and deliver strategic financial reporting to senior stakeholders.
• . Working knowledge of program controls and how cost, schedule, scope, and risk interconnect.

Responsibilities

• Drive accurate and timely cost intelligence across program dimensions and budgets to enable informed decision-making at all levels.
• Partner with Program Controls to identify and mitigate cost and schedule risks and develop contingency strategies.
• Maintain rigorous oversight of expenditures against budgets and contractual obligations, identifying optimization opportunities.
• Leverage Earned Value Management methodologies for analysis and executive reporting.
• Validate integrity of cost data including labor allocations and expenses, coordinating adjustments with Finance.
• Mentor and develop team members within the cost management discipline.

Skills

Earned Value Management

Financial analysis

Risk assessment

MS Office

Cost management software

Stakeholder reporting

Team leadership

Education

Degree in quantity surveying or cost management

Tools

MS Office

Cost management software

Job description

Who are you?

You are an experienced Senior Cost Consultant seeking your next step or are currently working in a similar role within a comparable environment. You're motivated to join a growing and dynamic team.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, driven, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. In this impactful role, you will be providing leadership and direction, actively embedding and promoting the purpose, values, and vision of Turner & Townsend.

Job Description

• Drive accurate and timely cost intelligence across all program dimensions, including budget performance, financial commitments, forecasts, variance analysis, risk assessment, and cash flow projections, to enable informed decision-making at all organizational levels.
• Partner with Program Controls to proactively identify and mitigate cost and schedule risks, developing contingency strategies that protect program value and delivery timelines on mission-critical initiatives.
• Maintain rigorous oversight of program expenditures against established budgets and contractual obligations, ensuring alignment across complex, multi-faceted projects while identifying optimization opportunities.
• Leverage Earned Value Management methodologies to deliver comprehensive analysis and executive reporting that clearly articulates key cost drivers, performance trends, and strategic implications.
• Validate the integrity of all cost data, including labor allocations, expense documentation, and non-contract expenditures, conducting thorough reviews and coordinating necessary adjustments with Finance to maintain complete financial accuracy.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and supporting their professional growth within the cost management discipline.

Requirements

• Degree in quantity surveying, cost management, project management, or related discipline.
• 10+ years managing costs on large-scale infrastructure or construction programs.
• Professional credential (CCP, PQS, MRICS, or equivalent) preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in Earned Value Management, financial analysis, and risk assessment within complex, multi-project environments.
• Strong proficiency with cost management software and MS Office suite.
• Proven ability to synthesize cost data across programs and deliver strategic financial reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of program controls and how cost, schedule, scope, and risk interconnect.

What's in it for you...

• 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
• Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
• RRSP option with company matching
• Annual learning and development budget
• Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role
• Comprehensive package of Vacation days, flex days and sick days.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging

The base salary range for this full-time role is $125,000 - $175,000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

At Turner & Townsend, we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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