Project Controls Specialist

The Cahill Group; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and project management firm in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Project Controls Specialist. The role involves monitoring cost control measures, managing changes to project scope and cost, and overseeing contract management. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and over five years of relevant experience in construction. This permanent full-time position offers an inclusive workplace culture, with a standard workweek of 37.5 hours from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a construction related industry with specific experience in project management, cost control and planning.
• Detailed knowledge of cost control, cost forecasting and project scheduling.
• Knowledge of the project management cycle.

Responsibilities

• Establish Project Control budget and objective progress measurement system.
• Implement approved cost control procedures for each assigned project.
• Support with Revenue Forecasting.

Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Excellent verbal and written communication

Positive collaborative work style

Education

Bachelor of Engineering or Commerce degree

Tools

Accounting Software

Project Planning software

Job description

Dartmouth, NS

Atlantica is seeking qualified candidates for a Project Controls Specialist in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The Project Controls Specialist plays an integral role in monitoring cost control measures on assigned projects. Working closely with the project management team, finance, and clients, the Project Controls Specialist is accountable for creating cost control procedures, tracking project process, and delivering reports and budget updates for assigned projects.

About Us

Based in Halifax since 1966, Atlantica, a member of the Cahill Group, is one of the largest mechanical and electrical contractors in the Maritimes. Equipped with leading‑edge technologies, Atlantica’s highly skilled workforce executes a wide range of mechanical and electrical construction projects from design and fabrication to fire protection and maintenance services throughout a building’s life cycle to provide customized solutions to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Cost Control
  • Establish Project Control budget and objective progress measurement system.
  • Implement approved cost control procedures for each assigned project.
  • Participate in project management reviews and provide support to Project Managers as required.
  • Actively manage changes to scope and cost using the ERP and Project Controls software.
  • Notify management if specific projects are not meeting the expected cost performance.
  • Ensure cost control coding structure is aligned with project control schedule and contract requirements.
  • Ensure accurate costing is recorded to appropriate cost code.
• Contract Management
  • Ensure any subcontract or services contracts are properly administered and invoicing is in line with how Atlantica is to invoice client.
  • Participate in contract related meetings.
• Reporting
  • Support with Revenue Forecasting.
  • Spearhead production of weekly and monthly reports including productivity reports, forecasts, etc. to influence project to achieve targets.
  • Ensure project dashboards and other reports are issued on time, accurate and in a consistent format to meet project deadlines.
  • Work with Project Managers to produce WIP reports.
  • Provide ad‑hoc reports as required.

Education And Experience

• A Bachelor of Engineering or Commerce degree of equivalent combination education and experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in a construction related industry with specific experience in project management, cost control and planning.
• Knowledge of the project management cycle.
• Experience in project planning and project control including project execution and estimating.
• Detailed knowledge of cost control, cost forecasting and project scheduling.

About You

• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Accounting Software and Project Planning software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Positive collaborative work style and the ability to work well within a multi‑discipline team.

Job Details

• Permanent, Full Time
• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday

The Cahill Group embraces a culture of belonging in the workplace. We believe that a diverse and inclusive culture creates a work environment that is supportive, engaging, challenging, and innovative while enabling our employees to be collaborative, positive, and creative to reach our full potential. The Cahill Group is an equal opportunity organization and welcomes applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities. If you require any accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know.

Atlantica is an equal‑opportunity employer. If you feel as though you are the right fit for this position, please apply in confidence. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted.