Cost Control Manager

Matchbox Consulting Group is seeking a Cost Control Manager for our client, a leading general contractor delivering a major transportation expansion project.

What is the Opportunity?

Our client has been selected to deliver a significant public transit expansion in British Columbia that will strengthen regional connectivity and provide fast, frequent, and reliable transit service.

Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Cost Control Manager will be responsible for providing cost leadership on a large, complex, site-based infrastructure project. This role is based full-time in Surrey, BC and will work closely with senior leadership to monitor cost performance, forecast outcomes, and proactively address budget risks.

What You’ll Do

Cost Control Systems & Tools

Support project controls, procurement, commercial, and construction teams to ensure cost control systems are properly implemented and consistently applied.

Participate in the development, implementation, and maintenance of project cost and control systems.

Evaluate, document, and support standardized cost control processes and procedures for project teams.

Provide ongoing input to improve project controls policies, tools, and guidelines.

Progress & Cost Tracking

Establish processes, reporting cadence, and requirements for cost recording, progress measurement, forecasting, and reporting.

Lead the setup and implementation of project cost systems, including cost codes, job cost procedures, and rules of credit.

Develop and maintain detailed quantity trackers, manpower utilization plans, and discipline-specific assumptions.

Prepare and manage project budgets, chart of accounts, and recommend revisions as the project progresses.

Identify data sources, collect required data, and perform detailed cost analysis, forecasting, and performance monitoring.

Produce internal and external project reports, including dashboards and earned value metrics (CPI, SPI).

Support pricing structures, quantity take-offs, assumptions, and cost allowances for assigned scopes.

Ensure contractual requirements related to invoicing, reporting, change management, and closeout are met.

Assist with contract administration and payment processes.

Scope & Change Management

Support project change management activities, including subcontractor claims, change requests, dispute resolution, and integration of approved and forecast changes into project control systems.

Risk Management

Participate in project risk management by identifying threats and opportunities, supporting mitigation strategies, and monitoring and reporting on risk exposure.

People Leadership & Collaboration

Create a collaborative, respectful, and high-performing team environment.

Supervise, coach, mentor, and develop cost control personnel.

Act as a key partner to Project Managers, Operations teams, and senior leadership.

Communicate with external stakeholders, including clients, partners, vendors, and subcontractors, as required.

What You Bring

5 - 10+ years of experience in cost control within construction or large-scale infrastructure projects.

Strong understanding of financial reporting systems, controller account codes, and project financial reporting.

Solid knowledge of project management and cost control principles, including Earned Value Management.

Post-secondary education in Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

Professional accreditation (PMI, AACEI, CIQS) is an asset.

Experience with Primavera P6 is an asset.

Ability to interpret and analyze schedules and performance curves is an asset.

Experience with Hard Dollar / InEight and SAP ERP systems is an asset.

Rapid transit experience

Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-pressure, site-based environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proven ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.

Detail-oriented, solutions-focused, and accountable.

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally,  MatchBox  is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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