Cost Controller

Pomerleau; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

Hybrid work model for corporate roles

Employee stock ownership program

Career growth opportunities

Transit pass reimbursement

Minimum 4 weeks of vacation

Job summary

Pomerleau, a national leader in construction, is seeking a Cost Controller to monitor budgets, ensure data quality, and support financial reporting for a major project in Canada.

The role emphasizes cost control, Excel automation, dashboards, and collaboration with procurement and accounting to ensure accurate analytics. Hybrid work and growth opportunities are offered to qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of cost control fundamentals and budget monitoring.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel with pivot tables, advanced formulas, and automation.
• Familiarity with ERP environments; SAP is an asset.
• Ability to read and utilize Power BI reports.
• Experience in complex project environments such as consortiums and EVMS.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to initial budget preparation and revisions (forecast at completion).
• Monitor commitments, accrued costs, progress, and remaining work daily.
• Update management databases and tracking files.
• Produce periodic budget monitoring reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Analyze variances between budgeted and actual costs and propose adjustments in collaboration with operations.

Skills

Cost control

Budget monitoring

Excel advanced

Power BI

SAP familiarity

Project environments

Earned Value

Tools

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

Job Description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you. The Cost Controller is responsible for the budget monitoring and analysis of a specific scope within a large construction project. They ensure the quality and reliability of management data, actively participate in the preparation of financial reports, and ensure compliance with the cost control processes established by Management.

What you will do

Budget Management Support

• Contribute to the preparation of the initial budget and periodic revisions (forecast at completion).
• Monitor commitments, accrued costs, progress, and remaining work on a daily basis.
• Update management databases and related operational tracking files, where applicable.

Reporting & Dashboards

• Produce periodic budget monitoring reports (weekly, monthly, quarterly) as defined by Management.
• Update operational dashboards (concrete tracking, labor, equipment, etc.).
• Participate in analyzing variances between budgeted and actual costs, and develop adjustment recommendations in close collaboration with operational teams.

Cost Recognition & Month-End Closures

• Prepare accrued expense entries at the end of each reporting period (cut-off).
• Verify the consistency of spending authorizations, committed costs, and forecasts.
• Collaborate with the Procurement and Accounting departments to ensure the reliability of analytical accounting data.

Contract Monitoring & Compliance

• Update budget tracking for subcontractor agreements, when applicable.
• Participate in the collection and validation of strategic data and in the assessment of associated risks and opportunities.

Continuous Improvement Support

• Contribute to the implementation of internal procedures and propose process improvements.
• Participate in initiatives aimed at enhancing management tools (reporting, ERP interfaces, Excel automation, etc.).
• Provide technical support during internal and external audits, as well as financial reviews.

This role could be for you if you have

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of cost control fundamentals and budget monitoring.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, automation).
• Familiarity with ERP environments (SAP is considered an asset).
• Ability to read, interpret, and utilize Power BI reports developed by the support team.
• Experience working within complex project environments, such as consortiums.
• Understanding of project management concepts, including Earned Value Management (EVM).

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and reliability.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of managing priorities independently.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

Please view this job on Pomerleau’s official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third‑party job board.

Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work.