Project Finance Controller/Coordinator - Construction Management Services

WSP Canada; Nanaimo; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Canada seeks a Project Finance Controller/Coordinator to support the CMS Construction Managers and staff across British Columbia. The role combines project finance control, invoicing, and document management, with hands-on training through 2026 in a dynamic engineering environment.

You will handle project budgets, establish PDPs for new projects, and coordinate with internal finance teams. Strong Excel, English communication, and organizational skills are essential for success in this

Qualifications

• Must have 5+ years of Accounting & Finance experience.
• Survey or Construction Industry knowledge preferred.
• Must be proficient with Excel spreadsheets & Pivot Tables.
• Must be organized, efficient and confident with MS Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Open Contracts/Projects in Oracle (Finance side).
• Budget control at all levels and monitor project budgets.
• Review project estimates and margin ratios; manage finance requests.
• Create, review and control client invoices; manage contract terms.

Skills

Accounting & Finance

English writing

Driver's license

Team oriented

MS Office

Tools

Pivot Tables

Excel

Job description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.

With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.

We are Visioneers.

We are WSP.

The Opportunity

Build the Future with Us

Join a team that plays a critical role in delivering highway and bridge infrastructure projects across British Columbia. The role of Project Finance Controller/Coordinator is vital to the operation of the CMS group. You will be part of a dual team and filling a retirement position, with hands-on training until the end of 2026. This role offers rewarding and interesting work experiences where you will be an important part of a team and responsible for the finance & administrative support to the CMS Construction Managers and staff.

WSP's industry leading CMS Division provides construction management, contract management and quality management skills and experiences which lead to career opportunities. CMS Division supervise and manage the construction and successful completion of highway and bridge projects throughout the Province.

As part of our team, you will be dealing with project challenges and experience the satisfaction of being an integral contributor of a finished product that provides real benefits to the public.

Your Impact

Project Controller / Dual Role

• Project Manager Role in Oracle (Finance side)
  
  • Open Contracts/Projects
  • Budget Control - all levels
• Finance
  
  • Review project estimates & margin ratios
  • Manage all requests from WSP Finance
  • Project >$1M financial reviews/monthly
• Invoicing
  
  • Create, review and control all client invoices
  • Contract & billing terms - setup/manage & control
• Document Controller role for small size as & when Supervision teams
  
  • System Administration for data storage, external software and tools.
  • Project data tracking, collection and filing
  • Field office administration
• Independent Contractor & Supplier Agreements
  
  • Track agreements & coordinate renewals
  • Track WSBC, Insurances & request updated as required
  • Initiate New Vendors & reactivations
  • Communication & troubleshooting
• PDP (Project Development Plan)
  
  • Creation and setup for new projects
  • Coordination with Managers and maintenance of project auditable information
  • Monitor project budgets and reports
• Project Controller Support & Backup
  
  • Invoicing Assist & Backup
  • Coverage
• CMS Group support
  • PPE Inventory & distribution, purchasing & specifications
  • Fleet track and record all fleet vehicle & usages
  • eRISP Update CMS projects, contracts, personnel profiles
  • Survey support
  • Submit eRISP as needed
  • Gain knowledge in the operations and services provided by the CMS Department as well as various other WSP departments.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Must have 5+ years of Accounting & Finance experience.
• Survey or Construction Industry knowledge preferred.
• Must be proficient with Excel spreadsheets & Pivot Tables.
• Must be organized, efficient and confident with an ability in utilizing MS Office suite of products.
• Must be a positive, team-oriented and a creative thinker who likes a challenge.
• Must have strong English writing and oral communication skills.
• Must have a valid Class 5 BC Drivers License and Clean Driving Abstract.
• You want to strengthen a leading construction management consulting firm and be part of a growing and thriving team!

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:

$69,700 - $92,300

MB & ON:

$63,600 - $87,500

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC:

$62,900 - $83,600

Disclosure:The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Help Deliver the Infrastructure Communities Depend On?

Bring your finance expertise, organizational excellence, and passion for supporting project success to a team that is shaping transportation infrastructure across British Columbia. If you're looking for meaningful work, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact on projects that serve the public, we'd love to hear from you. Join WSP and help bring complex projects from planning to reality.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .