Senior Cost Controller

Skeena Resources Limited; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Skeena Resources Limited is seeking a Senior Cost Controller to monitor, analyze, and report project costs for the Eskay Creek mine project. The position requires strong financial oversight, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a commitment to cost efficiency. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in cost control and related industries. This office-based position may offer remote work opportunities, and candidates must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years experience in Cost Control within a project-based environment.
• Preferred experience in mining, construction, or oil & gas.
• Proficiency in cost management systems required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report project costs to support effective decision-making.
• Oversee cost control activities ensuring alignment with budgets.
• Collaborate with finance and project teams on financial reporting and forecasts.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying

Diploma or certification in Project Controls, Cost Engineering, or Construction Economics

Tools

Pronto

SAP

JD Edwards

Job description

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Job Title : Senior Cost Controller

Reporting to the Senior Project Controls Lead, the Senior Cost Controller is responsible for monitoring, analyzing, and reporting of project costs to support effective cost management and decision-making. This role focuses on cost control, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, and compliance documentation to ensure accurate tracking and alignment with project objectives. Working within the Project Controls team, the Senior Cost Controller plays a key role in maintaining cost efficiency, identifying risks, and supporting the successful delivery of the Eskay Creek project.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to) :

Project Cost Control & Analysis

• Support the cost control function for the Eskay Creek Project, ensuring effective cost management.
• Analyze and report on budget plans, forecasts, and variances, tracking committed, incurred, and actual expenditures across the project.
• Assist the Senior Project Controls Lead in forecasting project costs and preparing financial reports for senior management, highlighting critical trends that may impact financial performance.
• Oversee and manage the site-based cost controllers to ensure accurate cost control, adherence to budgets, and compliance with project requirements.

Procurement & Change Management

• Oversee the review of all purchase requisitions after PO creation to ensure compliance with cost coding and budget allowances.
• Lead the change management process by evaluating the financial impact of proposed changes, identifying and assessing mitigation strategies, and supporting informed decision-making. This also includes ensuring strict compliance with change control procedures and the maintenance of comprehensive, up-to-date support documentation.
• Work closely with finance and project teams to ensure three-way matching for invoice payments.
• Extract and analyze cost and commitment reports from Pronto (ERP system) for accurate financial tracking.
• Provide cost analysis expertise to support earned value reporting, budget reconciliations, and Estimate at Completion (EAC) calculations.
• Assist project planners and controllers in achieving project performance targets related to scheduling, financial performance, and execution.
• Ensure compliance with the financial reporting calendar, collaborating with project teams to collect and validate reporting, forecasts, and actual expenditures.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Foster a collaborative culture by working cross-functionally with Finance, Procurement, and Site Teams to align cost controls, scheduling, and project objectives.
• Develop and maintain key relationships with consultants, contractors, and external stakeholders, providing oversight on contractor / vendor invoices.

Systems & Process Optimization

• Working jointly with the Senior Project Controls Lead, act as the Project Controls "super-user" for the Pronto ERP system to support project-wide cost management functions.
• Utilize Prism as the primary cost control tool for all cost reporting and financial tracking.
• Continuously contribute to the improvement and development of project cost control systems and best practices.

Other Duties

• Support performance status reporting, baseline change control, risk management, and earned value management (EVM).
• Perform other relevant cost control duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Education / Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying.
• Diploma or certification in Project Controls, Cost Engineering, or Construction Economics is an asset.

Experience / Skills

• A minimum 7 years of experience in Cost Control within a project-based environment.
• Previous experience in industries such as mining, construction, or oil & gas is preferred.
• Proficiency in cost management systems (e.g., Prism, EcoSys, or similar).
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards, Pronto, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and their application in cost control and project performance analysis.
• Detail oriented with excessive attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Exhibits a high degree of responsibility for confidential matters
• Effective team player who can jump in wherever is needed
• Strong interpersonal and reasoning skills, with proven problem-solving abilities
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently as well as with others

Work Location & Conditions This is an office-based position, with opportunities to work remotely, and with occasional visits to the Eskay Creek site. All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located. Compensation The expected salary range for this position is CA$120,000 - CA$140,000, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and / or experience.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.