Early Professional, Project Controls

WSP USA; Calgary; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada is seeking a Junior Cost Controller to join the Project Services - Project Cost Control team in Calgary. You will help project teams manage cost performance and guide decisions across the project lifecycle, collaborating with Managers, Planners, Finance partners, and engineers.

You will develop skills in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and performance reporting while supporting cost control tools and Power BI integration across infrastructure, mining, industrial, and energy

Qualifications

• Diploma, bachelor's degree, or equivalent education in engineering, project management, finance, business administration, construction management, or a related discipline.
• Foundational experience in project controls, cost control, project administration, finance, construction, engineering consulting, or comparable project-based work.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost baselines, variance analysis, and project performance reporting across the project lifecycle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reconciliation, tracking, and reporting; experience with Power BI is an asset.
• Familiarity with InEight, Oracle, or comparable project controls systems, along with an understanding of Earned Value Management concepts, is an asset.
• Ability to validate financial data, maintain accurate and traceable records, manage reporting deadlines, and communicate cost insights with multidisciplinary stakeholders; English-French bilingualism is an asset where project or client needs require it.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate project cost reports and dashboards that give teams clear insight into budgets, commitments, expenditures, actual costs, and emerging trends.
• Contribute to forecasts, including Estimate at Completion and Estimate to Complete, by validating data and identifying meaningful cost variances.
• Strengthen project governance by maintaining cost baselines, approved budget changes, documentation, and traceable records across project controls systems.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Planners, Finance partners, Engineers, and technical teams to connect cost control, scheduling, and performance reporting.
• Produce Excel-based tracking tools and support Power BI reporting that improve the clarity, timeliness, and consistency of project information.
• Drive continuous improvement by applying project controls procedures, contributing to cost reviews, and developing your capability through mentorship and multidisciplinary project exposure.

Skills

Cost control

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

English-French bilingualism

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering/finance/PM

Tools

InEight

Oracle

Power BI

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Where Your Ideas Matter

If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this role offers the chance to work on projects that push boundaries and impact communities worldwide. Be part of a team that values your ideas, expertise, and growth.

As a Junior Cost Controller with our Project Services - Project Cost Control team, you will help project teams understand cost performance and make informed decisions throughout the project lifecycle. Working with Project Managers, Cost Controllers, Planners, Finance partners, and technical teams, you will support budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, change control, and performance reporting across infrastructure, mining, industrial, and energy projects while building a strong foundation in project controls.

Your Impact

• Deliver accurate project cost reports and dashboards that give teams clear insight into budgets, commitments, expenditures, actual costs, and emerging trends.

• Contribute to forecasts, including Estimate at Completion and Estimate to Complete, by validating data and identifying meaningful cost variances.

• Strengthen project governance by maintaining cost baselines, approved budget changes, documentation, and traceable records across project controls systems.

• Collaborate with Project Managers, Planners, Finance partners, Engineers, and technical teams to connect cost control, scheduling, and performance reporting.

• Produce Excel-based tracking tools and support Power BI reporting that improve the clarity, timeliness, and consistency of project information.

• Drive continuous improvement by applying project controls procedures, contributing to cost reviews, and developing your capability through mentorship and multidisciplinary project exposure.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• A diploma, bachelor's degree, or equivalent education in engineering, project management, finance, business administration, construction management, or a related discipline.

• Foundational experience in project controls, cost control, project administration, finance, construction, engineering consulting, or comparable project-based work.

• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cost baselines, variance analysis, and project performance reporting across the project lifecycle.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for data analysis, reconciliation, tracking, and reporting; experience with Power BI is an asset.

• Familiarity with InEight, Oracle, or comparable project controls systems, along with an understanding of Earned Value Management concepts, is an asset.

• Ability to validate financial data, maintain accurate and traceable records, manage reporting deadlines, and communicate cost insights with multidisciplinary stakeholders; English-French bilingualism is an asset where project or client needs require it.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026

• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.

• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.

• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $66,700 - $88,400

• MB & ON: $60,900 - $83,800

• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $60,300 - $80,000

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Turn Project Data Into Direction

Transform cost information into the insight teams need to deliver complex projects with confidence. Build your project controls expertise while helping WSP create stronger outcomes for clients, communities, and critical infrastructure.

Shape smarter project decisions with us.

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP , you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .