Senior Cost Controller - Major Projects

Pomerleau, Inc.; Montreal West; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader in construction is seeking a Senior Cost Controller to join their Major Project team. This role involves significant contributions to project management through financial analysis, budget preparation, and ensuring compliance with management methods. With a focus on large-scale projects, you will collaborate with various teams to monitor expenditures and identify risks. Join a dynamic organization that values innovation and fosters professional growth, where your contributions will help shape the future of construction in Canada. If you are passionate about numbers and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in financial management and analysis.
• Construction experience is an asset, with strong autonomy and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor project expenditures and ensure compliance with management methods.
• Prepare budget summaries and analyze financial reports for operational reliability.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budget Management

Construction Knowledge

Autonomy

Planning and Prioritization

Communication Skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

Job description

Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.

As a Senior Cost Controller working in the Major Project team at Pomerleau Construction, you will be responsible for making a significant contribution to the management control of the project. Working on our work on large-scale building and infrastructure projects – ranging from $1.5 million to upwards of $1 billion – you will analyze and monitor expenditure, identify opportunities and risks to support Project Management in decision-making and implementing corrective actions.

What you will do

• Beresponsible for the dissemination, explanation and monitoring of good compliance with the Consortium’s Management Methods.
• Maintain constant liaison with the Works, Procurement and Accounting teams to ensure that expenses are properly allocated and thus ensure consistent management.
• Prepare the budget summary for its scope. Ensures consistency of budgetary data and assumptions.
• Ensure the reliability of operating results by analysing in particular the amounts to be spent, the quantities implemented, the key ratios and their evolution. Changes in billing differences; operating disputes; equipment; unsettled orders; staff and hourly staff scores; accrued expenses.
• Ensure the proper management of the entity by analysing in particular the monthly financial report; the general expenses of the entity (monitoring of staff, operating costs); taking into account of possible social risks, and environmental; compliance with the framework contracts negotiated by the Purchasing Department; the various discrepancy accounts (material, personnel).
• Through the controls mentioned above, has a role of vigilance with the Administrative and Financial Director of the Consortium and the Project Management in general.
• Respond to requests for analyses and summaries from the Project Management in the field of management control.
• Participate in the management of skills of all teams and lead training on essential points of management and use of information systems.
• Work with project managers to establish and enter budgets into the system.

This role could be for you if you have

• 10+ years of experience.
• Construction experience is an asset.
• Autonomy.
• Ability to anticipate and plan priority tasks.
• Good listening skills and a spirit of synthesis.
• Advanced level of English.

Why you should apply
For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
Read our entire list of benefits HERE!

Who we are
We are Pomerleau, a national leader in the construction industry, specializing in building, civil and infrastructure, and major projects throughout Canada. For over 60 years, our team has worked hard to not only build amazing communities but also an environment where our employees can learn, develop and most importantly, THRIVE!

Our foundation is built upon our 5 core values that champion innovation, love, authenticity, excellence, and adaptability. We believe that our success hinges on cultivating and fostering a dynamic company culture. At Pomerleau, we are more than just a workplace; we are an energetic organization that thrives on collaboration, professional development, and most importantly, having fun!

Join us on a journey where your ambitions are nurtured, your ideas are valued and your colleagues are genuine friends. Together, we will create an environment that inspires greatness and transforms ordinary days into extraordinary experiences.

At Pomerleau, we are dedicated to developing a respectful and inclusive workplace. We believe that everyone deserves an equal opportunity to achieve, succeed, and be their authentic selves. We celebrate our differences as strengths, welcoming and encouraging all applicants.

We are committed to adapting and providing special accommodations to anyone with disabilities throughout any stage of the recruitment process. Please contact one of our recruiters directly to discuss how we ensure you are supported throughout the recruitment process.