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Cost SpecialistWoodfibre Management • Squamish, British Columbia, Canada
Cost Specialist

Cost Specialist

Woodfibre Management • Squamish, British Columbia, Canada
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

Project

The Woodfibre LNG Project is located approximately 7 km west-southwest of Squamish British Columbia. It involves the construction and operation of a liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facility on the previous Woodfibre pulp mill site which would have a storage capacity of 250000 m3 and would produce approximately 2.1 million tons per year of LNG.

Woodfibre Management Ltd. is a privately held Canadian company based in Vancouver and a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation Limited.

Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Cost Specialist to join our project controls team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in reviewing subcontractor costs with specific expertise in Time & Material (T&M) contract structures. This role involves validating cost submissions ensuring compliance with contract terms identifying cost inefficiencies and supporting commercial negotiations on projects across Canada.

Key Responsibilities :

The successful applicant will :

  • Subcontractor Cost Review :
  • Review analyze and validate subcontractor cost submissions for accuracy and compliance with T&M contract terms.
  • Ensure claimed labor hours equipment rates and material costs are in line with contractual entitlements.
  • Verify support documentation such as timesheets invoices purchase orders and equipment logs.
  • Cost Control & Tracking :
  • Regular monitoring and tracking of committed and actual costs against budgets.
  • Prepare cost variance analyses and report on cost trends and deviations.
  • Work closely with the Project Controls team Construction Management team and Procurement teams to maintain financial transparency.
  • Contract Compliance :
  • Ensure subcontractor invoices align with contractual requirements including rate schedules mark-ups and reimbursable terms.
  • Support audits and cost reconciliations as needed.
  • Assist in change order evaluations and negotiation support from a cost perspective.
  • Reporting & Communication :
  • Prepare regular cost reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support project controls and finance teams with detailed cost insights.
  • Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and professionally to project stakeholders.
  • Collaborate and review with contractors and subcontractors to implement best practice on cost management.

Requirements

Required Experience :

  • Bachelors degree in Construction Management Engineering Finance Quantity Surveying or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in cost engineering or quantity surveying with a strong focus on subcontractor cost reviews under T&M contracts .
  • Solid understanding of Canadian construction cost norms and contract structures.
  • Familiarity with labor agreements equipment rate books and typical T&M claim components.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is a must; experience with cost management systems (e.g. SAP Prism or similar) is an asset.
  • Strong analytical organizational and communication skills.
  • Additional Requirements :

  • Experience working with large multi-disciplinary teams and contractors in a multicultural environment is an asset.
  • Accepts responsibility and demonstrates a commitment to the delivery of tasks and targets.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work well under pressure handle multiple tasks and change priorities within tight time frames.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Expertise with a variety of computer programs (e.g. Office 365 MS teams MS Visio MS Projects Teams Adobe Acrobat DocuSign etc.)
  • Motivated and willing to take ownership of tasks.
  • Energetic in pursuit of continuous improvement processes.
  • Shares knowledge readily and encourages personal development.
  • A valid drivers license and passport.
  • Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
  • The position is based in Project Site with a visit to the Vancouver Office as required.
  • Only qualified candidates legally entitled to work in Canada will be contacted.

    Woodfibre Management Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer.

    Thank you in advance for your interest!

    Benefits

    Salary range : CAD 90000 - 130000 / yr

    Required Experience :

    IC

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    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

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