Project Controls

Tetra Tech; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and consulting firm is seeking a Project Controller to work in Mississauga, Ontario. The role focuses on cost control for projects and requires a university degree in Finance, Mathematics, or Accounting, along with 4+ years of relevant experience. Proficiency in MS Project and Primavera P6 is essential. Tetra Tech offers a competitive salary between $90,000 and $140,000 along with comprehensive benefits. It's an opportunity to contribute to significant projects in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Merit-based financial rewards

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of cost control experience in engineering/construction is a plus.
• Competence in computerized project management and financial applications is required.
• Strong analytical skills to inform project management about cost trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of project scope and procurement/contracting plan.
• Establish and maintain project in the cost control database.
• Prepare project summary reports and cost reports.

Skills

Cost control

Proficiency in MS Project

Understanding of financial applications

Education

University degree in Finance, Mathematics or Accounting

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

MS Access

Excel

Word

Job description

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding a Project Controller to our Power team based in Mississauga, Ontario.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Position Summary:

We are currently seeking a Project Controller for our Mississauga, Ontario office. This is an existing vacancy for which we are actively recruiting. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develop understanding of the scope of work, schedule, estimate and procurement/contracting plan for assigned projects
• Participate in establishment of project coding in cooperation with estimating and planning. Convert the estimate into the control budget.
• Establish and maintain project in the cost control database (standard software).
• Using data provided by Engineering Leads establish engineering progress measurement formats in engineering progress measuring system (standard software).
• Establish and maintain project change control system
• Process information about commitments, actual cost, forecasts and changes supplied by procurement, construction, planning, engineering and estimating to produce reliable project cost reporting and forecasting.
• Collect progress data from engineering and process engineering progress reports
• Prepare Projects summary reports, work closely with billing specialist on monthly invoices
• Produce clear and concise cost reports and graphs. Generate cash flow reports as directed by Project Controls Manager
• Analyze variances between budgets and forecasts. Inform project management about cost trends and propose appropriate recommendations.
• Assemble resource and revenue projections reports, projects auditing reports, cash flow reports, utilization reports for the Division Management as directed by the Manager of Project Controls.
• Perform other cost related functions as assigned by the Project Controls Manager

Required Qualifications:

• A university graduate with a Finance, Mathematics or accounting background or an equivalent combination of studies and related experience
• 4+ years of cost control experience in the engineering/construction field is considered an asset
• Must be proficient with MS Project and Primavera P6, as well as MS Access, Excel, and Word;
• Competence in computerized project management and financial applications

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand as required and remain in a stationary position for at least 50% of the workday.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, or feel objects, including continuous operation of a computer and other standard office equipment such as calculators, copiers, and printers.

Work Environment / Environmental Factors:

• The majority of work is performed in a professional office setting.
• Periodic travel may be required and could involve limited exposure to extreme temperatures. Travel may include air travel, during which the employee may be required to remain seated for extended periods.

Additional Information

Tetra Tech offers comprehensive benefit options that allow employees to design a plan based on individual needs and assists in planning for long-term financial security. Available benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, term life, disability, accidental death & dismemberment coverage, time off with pay, retirement plan, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $140,000. Please note that Tetra Tech considers various factors in determining pay, including but not limited to: education, relevant and demonstrated work experience in the role, skills, geographic location, qualifications, certifications, and other competencies relevant to the needs of the business.

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include: Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. Merit-based financial rewards. Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance. Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees. Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Techis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Tetra Tech may use AI-enabled tools to screen, assess, and assist in selecting applicants for this position based on job-related criteria. However, a human decision-maker will decide who moves forward throughout every stage of the hiring process.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers

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