Senior Cost Controller (EPCM projects)

AtkinsRéalis; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Training and professional development

Generous time-off policies

Zusammenfassung

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Cost Controller for EPCM projects based in Montreal, Quebec. The successful candidate will provide cost control leadership, managing budgets and forecasts while ensuring project compliance with corporate standards.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 10 years of relevant experience in engineering or construction. Bilingualism in English and French is required, along with advanced Excel skills. Enjoy a hybrid working culture and competitive benefits.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of experience in cost control/project controls within EPCM/EPC or engineering/construction.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and change control.
• Exposure to Earned Value Management principles.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain project budgets and forecasts for EPCM projects.
• Establish and manage project cost coding structures and perform variance analysis.
• Lead change management processes for projects.

Kenntnisse

Cost control/project controls

Budget management

Forecasting

Change management

Advanced Excel proficiency

Bilingual English/French

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field

Tools

EcoSys

InEight

Procore

Aconex Cost

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

AtkinsRéalis's Minerals and Metals team in Canada is made up of more than 400 employees who work on large‑scale projects to support mining sustainability, pit‑to‑port opportunities, metallurgical plant engineering, or mine closure and capabilities in the study, design, and construction of mining projects across a wide range of mining and processing methods and commodities. We work collaboratively with teams across the world, from Canada to Brazil and India, delivering exceptional value and innovation to our clients. To support our growth initiatives, we are expanding our team and are looking for innovative, forward‑thinking people who enjoy challenges and want to add value to project success, locally and internationally.

Senior Cost Controller (EPCM projects)

Our Senior Cost Controller (EPCM projects) will provide hands‑on cost control leadership on medium to large EPCM projects, supporting engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases. The role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, cost reporting, change management, and performance analysis, while ensuring consistency with corporate project controls standards and systems. This position works closely with Project Managers, Commercial teams, Planning/Scheduling, Procurement, and Clients to deliver accurate financial insight and support informed decision‑making. The role will be based in Montreal, Quebec.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and control project budgets, cost forecasts (FAC/EAC), and cash flow for EPCM projects.
• Establish and manage project WBS/CBS/cost coding structures and perform cost tracking, variance analysis, trend analysis, and performance reporting (including Earned Value where applicable).
• Lead change management, including change orders, transfers, trends, and contingency usage.
• Ensure compliance with approved cost control plans, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Set up and maintain cost control systems and tools (e.g., ERP, project controls platforms, reporting dashboards).
• Act as a key cost control point of contact for the Project Manager and client.
• Mentor and support junior and intermediate Cost Controllers while coordinating effectively with Planning/Scheduling, Estimating, Procurement, and Commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in cost control/project controls within EPCM/EPC or engineering/construction environments.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and change control.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel and project cost control systems (e.g., EcoSys, InEight, Procore, Aconex Cost).
• Exposure to Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Bilingual English/French. This position requires knowledge of a language other than French, namely English, as the clients and/or suppliers you will interact with are primarily English‑speaking and located outside Québec.

Rewards & Benefits

Enjoy competitive compensation, employee recognition, and a brilliant range of flexible benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle needs. Make the most of diverse opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And take advantage of our hybrid working culture and generous time‑off policies to balance a fulfilling career with your personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more.