Cost Control Specialist

Enbridge; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Cost Control Specialist to enhance project cost management across diverse portfolios. In this role, you'll develop budget standards and provide technical advice on project controls, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. This dynamic position offers opportunities for growth and training in a supportive environment that values flexibility and innovation. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and have a passion for effective cost management, this could be your next career move!

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive benefits plan

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in cost management and project controls.
• Strong understanding of WBS, accounting principles, and earned value management.
• PMI PMP and/or PSP certification considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain budget standards and project control processes.
• Support project controls analysts in achieving results for multiple projects.
• Conduct project controls health checks to ensure alignment with company procedures.

Skills

Budgeting

Cost Management

Project Controls Management

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Problem Solving

Education

University degree in engineering

University degree in business

University degree in project management

Tools

Project Management Tools

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Posting End Date: May 07, 2025

Employee Type: Regular-Full time

Union/Non-Union: This is a non-union position

Do you have keen attention to detail and enjoy working in a fast-paced project environment?

We are looking for a Cost Control Specialist to deliver consistent and predictable cost management across sophisticated project portfolios. Collaborating with project teams to manage, update, and report project costs throughout the lifecycle, and driving business value. Apply today, we'd love to hear from you! #joinourteam

We offer opportunities for growth, training, flexible work, and a competitive benefits plan!

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain budget standards, guidelines, and project control processes.
• Support project controls analysts and specialists in achieving results for multiple projects.
• Provide technical advice on Project Controls Management tools.
• Audit, develop, and deliver training programs for Enbridge-sanctioned cost and earned value management standards.
• Drive organizational results by understanding industry metrics and company objectives.

Provides Operational Support And Leadership By

• Championing effective cost management and earned value to achieve business results.
• Demonstrating leadership of thought in making projects predictable and competitive.
• Facilitating the Enbridge Cost Community of Practice as a cost professional and as a representative of the Project Management Office.
• Conducting project controls health checks ensuring that the team’s processes are aligned with the company’s business procedures as well as with project goals and objectives.

Who You Are

• University degree in engineering, business, or project management related field with 10 or more years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Extensive planning, budgeting, analysis, and forecasting experience including a strong understanding of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), accounting principles, and earned value management.
• Experience with oil and gas construction projects.
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize workload in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, including interaction with peers, internal, and external collaborators. Strong written communication abilities, including good spelling and grammar.
• Skills for building relationships with project staff, internal partners, and service providers.
• PMI PMP and/or PSP certification with AACE International considered assets.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.
• Less than 5% travel required. Valid passport needed.
• Enbridge offers flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, compressed workweek, and remote options depending on role requirements.

At Enbridge, we value inclusion and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or other protected categories. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting [e-mail].

Information For Applicants

• Applications submitted via our online system only.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
• Final candidates may undergo security screening, including criminal record checks.

Learn more about us at www.enbridge.com.