Cost Controller

Green Infrastructure Partners; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual performance-based bonus

Comprehensive group benefits

Retirement savings program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Green Infrastructure Partners in Toronto is looking for a Cost Controller to oversee the financial health of construction projects. Reporting to the VP of Finance, you will manage project budgets, support financial tracking, and ensure compliance with standards.

The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in cost control, a university degree in a relevant field, and a CPA certification. The position offers a salary range of $80,000–$130,000 per year based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction cost control experience.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA) recommended.
• Proven experience overseeing complex construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of project cost tracking and financial forecasting.
• Partner with cross-functional teams for cost accountability.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and compliance.

Skills

Construction cost control experience

Financial tracking principles

Effective communication

Knowledge of Primavera P6

Education

University degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering

Professional accounting designation (CPA)

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Cost Controller

Toronto, Ontario

Summary

Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, the Cost Controller is responsible for supporting and driving the financial health, tracking, and forecasting of our construction projects. This role plays a critical part in the Finance Team and works closely with project managers, estimators, and field teams. You will be responsible for overseeing project budgets from inception to completion, ensuring every resource is used efficiently and all financial aspects align with both our business goals and regulatory standards.

Primary Scope of Role

Project Financial Management & Forecasting

• Drive execution of project cost tracking, budget management, and financial forecasting from project start to final completion.
• Own end‑to‑end delivery of cost control reporting, ensuring that cost, quality, and timeline goals are met across all construction developments.
• Analyze construction material costs and supply chain expenses to advise the business on financial implications and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Ensure alignment of project expenditures with established budgets, proactively identifying variances and financial risks.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Advisory

• Partner with cross‑functional teams including Project Managers, Estimators, and field‑based construction crews to ensure total cost accountability.
• Communicate insights, risks, and recommendations regarding budgets and spending trends clearly to site teams and project leadership.
• Support leadership decision‑making by providing the VP, Finance with accurate, regular cost‑to‑complete reports and financial visibility.

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and financial effectiveness within project delivery frameworks.
• Recommend and implement process enhancements for sound cost control systems, principles, and practices.
• Ensure adherence to construction compliance standards, legal frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

Financial Risk Mitigation

• Verify financial alignment across all active contract variations, change orders, and progress billings.
• Mitigate budget overruns by applying proactive cost control measures and early warning indicators.
• Maintain a highly accurate, auditable trail of all project‑related financial transactions and resource allocations.

Position Requirements

• 5+ years of construction cost control experience, or a similar role within the construction industry.
• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional accounting designation (CPA) or an equivalent combination of advanced corporate training and experience.
• Proven experience overseeing complex construction projects from a dedicated cost management perspective.
• Strong knowledge of cost control systems, financial tracking principles, and industry‑standard practices.
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6 scheduling software.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and effective interpersonal skills to translate financial data into actionable insights for construction crews.

What We Offer

• Expected Base Salary: $80,000‑$130,000 per year. The actual base salary will depend on several factors including experience, qualifications, internal equity, work location, and market expectations.
• Annual performance‑based bonus.
• Comprehensive group benefits program.
• Retirement savings program.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

Disclaimers

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure: AI tools are not used in the screening or assessment of applicants for this position.

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. “GIP”, is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GIP will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.