Project Controls Manager

TESC; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid vacation

Sick days & holidays

Career development

Complex projects

Job summary

TESC in Sudbury, Canada, is seeking an experienced Cost Control Lead to supervise a team of administrative assistants and cost control analysts. You will guide budgeting, reporting, and process improvements across multi‑discipline projects.

The ideal candidate will drive cost forecasting, variance analysis, and financial insights for senior leadership, identify risks and mitigation strategies, and nurture a collaborative, safety‑driven culture on complex industrial initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of cost control experience in construction, mining, or engineering.
• Minimum 3 years in leadership or supervisory roles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Jonas software knowledge is an asset.
• Experience with trade union collective agreements is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of administrative assistants and cost control analysts.
• Monitor project budgets and align with cost control objectives.
• Prepare and present detailed cost performance reports against milestones.
• Communicate financial performance, risks, and recommendations to leadership.
• Identify cost overruns and implement proactive mitigation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Cost control

Forecasting

Stakeholder communication

Analytics

Education

College diploma in Finance

Business Administration

Project Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Jonas software

Job description

What You’ll Do

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of administrative assistants and cost control analysts.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment built on teamwork and continuous learning.Establish clear performance expectations, conduct reviews, and support employee growth and development.
• Monitor project budgets and ensure alignment with cost control objectives.
• Track, analyze, and forecast project costs, providing accurate variance reporting and financial insights.
• Identify potential cost overruns and recommend proactive mitigation strategies.
• Develop and implement best practices to strengthen project cost control processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness.
• Champion innovative solutions that enhance project performance and financial oversight.
• Assess cost-related risks and collaborate with project teams on effective mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, procedures, and industry best practices.
• Maintain quality control measures for cost tracking, documentation, and reporting activities.
• Prepare and present detailed cost performance reports against project milestones.
• Communicate financial performance, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and meaningful reporting to support decision-making.
• Analyze historical cost data to identify trends and opportunities for optimization.
• Document lessons learned and apply insights to future projects.
• Recognize and celebrate team achievements while fostering a positive workplace culture.

What You Bring

• College diploma in Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of cost control experience within the construction, mining, or engineering industries.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Working knowledge of Jonas software is considered an asset.
• Experience working with trade union collective agreements is an asset.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time-management abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What We Offer You

At TESC, we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support your career, well-being, and future.

• Competitive compensation, including performance-based incentives
• Paid vacation, sick days, and statutory holidays
• Ongoing career development and advancement opportunities
• The opportunity to work on complex, high-impact industrial projects
• A strong safety culture and team-oriented environment where people support one another

The salary range for this position is $100,300 to $118,000. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

TESC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.