Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Junior Project Cost Control Consultant, COM

Comtech Group; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Comtech Group Inc. in Vancouver is seeking a Junior Project Cost Control Consultant to deliver robust cost control services across large capital projects.

You will manage budgets, track costs, forecast outcomes, and support accruals and cash flow activity within a multidisciplinary team. The role requires a strong foundation in cost control, quantity surveying, and contract administration, with 3+ years of experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience on large capital projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Registered for and seeking AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI equivalent.
• Has completed equivalent training or successfully passed designated proficiency testing in lieu of the above.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost control services including budget management, cost tracking, commitment management, accrual management, forecasting, cash flow management, change management support, cost reporting, cost assurance, and cost performance analysis.
• Provide cost control resources and subject matter expertise at junior, intermediate, senior, lead, and advisory levels to support invoice review and validation, commitment management, payment processing, accruals, forecasting, cash flow management, financial analysis, reporting, and cost assurance activities.
• Provide quantity surveying services and subject matter expertise including quantity verification, field quantity validation, quantity reconciliation, progress measurement support, productivity assessments, invoice review support, commercial evaluations, change order assessments, and quantity-based performance analysis.
• Support the development and management of project budgets and cost estimates
• Work closely with project teams to ensure that budgets are aligned with project goals, timelines are realistic, and cost estimates are accurate
• Track project costs, identify potential cost overruns or issues, and proactively communicate with project stakeholders to mitigate risks
• Prepare financial reports and presentations, as needed, as well as in the coordination of financial meetings and documentation
• Contribute to the creation of cash flows and “Estimated Final Costs” for large capital projects
• Participate in the various phases of the contracts including the development of terms and conditions, negotiations of contracts, and warranty administration
• Report on the progress and status of contracts
• Ensure schedules for acquisition projects are prepared, monitored, and maintained
• Provide project control support for all aspects of the capital budget preparation
• Monitor cost analysis, controls, and reconciliation for the assigned projects
• Collaborate on reviewing contractual reliabilities and design and maintain project control databases, spreadsheets, and other control systems to support these functions
• Prepare board reports and supporting documentation for project approvals and contract awards
• Develop monthly accruals related to project contracts
• Track and provide analysis for Earned Value as required
• Support procedural updates and corporate initiatives related to costing
• Complete any tasks assigned by the Intermediate Cost Analyst or higher in an efficient and timely manner

Skills

Cost control

Budget management

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Cost reporting

Change management

Quantity surveying

Contract administration

Risk communication

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or related discipline

Tools

MAXIMO

EcoSys

WorkDay

Job description

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Comtech Group Inc. (Comtech), part of Accenture, is a multidisciplinary consulting firm providing integrated consulting solutions on complex capital projects, including Program and Project Management, Project Controls, Engineering, Technical Advisory, Construction Management, and Technology Integration Services. Our team thrives on embracing and navigating technical challenges within the Transportation and Infrastructure, Industrial and Manufacturing, Energy and Utilities, and Buildings and Facilities markets. Our core focus is supporting project owners through collaborative and integrated partnerships to deliver projects that improve the world around us.

Job Title

Infrastructure & Capital Projects – Junior Project Cost Control Consultant, COM

Location

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Job Type

Full-time

THE WORK:

You’veNever Been Satisfied with “Good Enough.”

You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you’ll do exactly that. You’ll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before.

You’ll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we’re transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future.

Because “good enough” builds the past. You’re here to build what’s next, on a team that outperforms every norm.

Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects

Internal Title: Cost Analyst

• Provide cost control services including budget management, cost tracking, commitment management, accrual management, forecasting, cash flow management, change management support, cost reporting, cost assurance, and cost performance analysis.
• Provide cost control resources and subject matter expertise at junior, intermediate, senior, lead, and advisory levels to support invoice review and validation, commitment management, payment processing, accruals, forecasting, cash flow management, financial analysis, reporting, and cost assurance activities.
• Provide quantity surveying services and subject matter expertise including quantity verification, field quantity validation, quantity reconciliation, progress measurement support, productivity assessments, invoice review support, commercial evaluations, change order assessments, and quantity-based performance analysis.
• Support the development and management of project budgets and cost estimates
• Work closely with project teams to ensure that budgets are aligned with project goals, timelines are realistic, and cost estimates are accurate
• Track project costs, identify potential cost overruns or issues, and proactively communicate with project stakeholders to mitigate risks
• Prepare financial reports and presentations, as needed, as well as in the coordination of financial meetings and documentation
• Contribute to the creation of cash flows and “Estimated Final Costs” for large capital projects
• Participate in the various phases of the contracts including the development of terms and conditions, negotiations of contracts, and warranty administration
• Report on the progress and status of contracts
• Ensure schedules for acquisition projects are prepared, monitored, and maintained
• Provide project control support for all aspects of the capital budget preparation
• Monitor cost analysis, controls, and reconciliation for the assigned projects
• Collaborate on reviewing contractual reliabilities and design and maintain project control databases, spreadsheets, and other control systems to support these functions
• Prepare board reports and supporting documentation for project approvals and contract awards
• Develop monthly accruals related to project contracts
• Track and provide analysis for Earned Value as required
• Support procedural updates and corporate initiatives related to costing
• Complete any tasks assigned by the Intermediate Cost Analyst or higher in an efficient and timely manner

Working Conditions

• Hybrid(Vancouver 4 days/week, Remote 1 day/week)
• With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience on large capital projects
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
• Registered for and seeking AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI equivalent
• Has completed equivalent training or successfully passed designated proficiency testing in lieu of the above

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Knowledge of Contract Administration principles, methods, procedures, and practices, as well as project management methods and practices
• In-depth understanding of business administration concepts with emphasis on scheduling principles combined with a good knowledge of budget and cost control concepts
• Proficiency in MRP systems including MAXIMO, EcoSys, and WorkDay is considered an asset
• Independently tailor technical information for different audiences through presentations, reports, and other means
• Must foster positive relationships with various stakeholders
• Tact to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
• Ability to arrange priorities and elevate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership
• Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities
• Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)
• Excellent reading and language comprehension
• Ability to detect and capitalize on others' strengths
• Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below.

The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand new position.

The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role. It does not represent a maximum limit — in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate.

Role Location Annual Salary Range

Toronto $70,000 - $100,000

Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects Inc. (Accenture I&CP), formerly Comtech Group Inc., now a wholly owned subsidiary of Accenture, is committed to providing accessible employment practices that comply with local legislative requirements. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify the People and Culture Team by emailing [e-mail]. Accenture I&CP offers our employees a competitive compensation package with comprehensive employee benefits, and an inclusive environment that fosters teamwork & entrepreneurial spirit. Accenture I&CP is an equal opportunity employer.

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