Project Controller

Sacré-Davey Engineering Inc.; British Columbia; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Creative work environment

Opportunities for development

Job summary

Sacré-Davey Engineering Inc. is seeking a Project Controller to join their Project Services team. This role involves managing day-to-day cost controls and requires expertise in ERP systems and project budgeting.

The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of Project Controls experience and a relevant degree. Strong skills in Excel and SQL as well as excellent communication abilities are essential. Join us to drive project success in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Project Controls experience.
• Membership in AACEI is an advantage.
• Familiarity with EPC and EPCM projects in North America.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day cost controls using standard systems.
• Develop custom reporting tools for client requirements.
• Ensure accurate reporting of project costs with accounting.

Skills

Project Controls experience

Technical expert in Excel and SQL

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Sound communication skills

Education

Degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (Ajera - Deltek)

Excel

SQL

Job description

Sacré-Davey is a privately held, multi-disciplinary engineering and project management firm that services the mining, energy, and general industrial sectors. With offices in Canada, the United States, and the Philippines, we offer our clients professional services and global technical expertise to de-risk and maximize the value of their projects.

The diverse range of projects that we deliver include mineral processing plants, green and blue hydrogen production facilities, wastewater treatment plants, technology scale-up, renewable fuels, GHG reduction, power generation facilities, bulk material terminals and food processing plants.

We strive to deliver projects with excellence and help our clients grow and succeed with a focus on sustainability and responsible development. We are on a mission to create a more sustainable future for us all and need talented professionals to help us reach our goals.

Job Description

As a member of the Project Services team and working closely with the Project Management Office, the Project Controller is involved from project award to completion, is a master in the art of ERP systems and cost control in a professional services environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day cost controls requirements for the assigned projects utilizing standard systems, against which trends, scope changes, commitments, payments, forecasts, and budget variances are monitored and reported
• Develop custom reporting tools for unique client requirements
• Develop and establish robust standards to implement across the company’s portfolio of projects
• Work closely with the accounting department to ensure complete and accurate reporting of project costs
• Work closely with Project Managers to create and maintain project budgets and schedules including defined goals and objectives
• Acts as the ERP system subject matter expert (Ajera - Deltek)
• Support and train other stakeholders including Project Managers on the tips, tricks, and best practices of the ERP
• Ensure that logical structures are in place for each project to collect and report on project costs, schedule performance, project scope, and execution strategies

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, Accounting or Finance
• Project Controls experience – minimum 5 years
• Membership in AACEI is an advantage
• Technical expert in excel and SQL - xLookups, Pivot Tables, and database queries
• Previous experience with ERP systems
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Previous experience in a consulting engineering environment is considered an asset
• Familiarity with the different contracting strategies encountered on EPC and EPCM projects in North America
• Advanced knowledge of Earned Value Management and Risk Analyses Techniques
• Sound communication skills, fluency in English a must, French is considered an asset

Additional Information

Sacré-Davey offers a competitive compensation package, as well as a creative, cohesive work environment and continuous opportunity for development.

Sacré-Davey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider employment applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other protected status. If you have any accessibility or special requirements, please let us know and we will do our utmost to accommodate, in accordance with applicable local legislation.