Project Cost Coordinator / Project Accountant

About the Role :

The Project Cost Coordinator assists the Project Managers in tracking and reconciling all project costs, weekly reporting, project set‑up, filing and documentation, invoice processing and other accounting support. This position also provides reporting and accounting support to site teams and others as needed.

Company Overview

Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial and utility clients throughout Western Canada. Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia’s largest electrical contractors.

We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre and the entire Skytrain System. Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper‑free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.

Essential Functions

Issue purchase orders in accordance with the MYRE Americas Procure to Pay (P2P) User Guide and maintain the specified tracking sheet on all purchase orders issued.

Amend purchase orders as needed.

Reconcile data collected on spreadsheets, accounting system, and trackers to support the production of project financial reports.

Enter data into accounting system, tracking systems and spreadsheets.

Assist Project Managers in coding project invoices.

Work with site team to reconcile coding and payroll discrepancies.

Generate and issue weekly costs reports.

Process temporary labor invoicing and issue weekly report.

Assist Project Managers in managing the project’s A /  P folders.

Research discrepancies in costs and billing and take the appropriate action to correct, in consultation with Project Managers.

Assist AP with processing project related invoices, and handle filing and documentation including job folder organization, filing, and auditing.

Compare goods received in the accounting system to invoices.

Support project teams with project documentation, including setting up projects in the accounting systems.

Present, support and lead‑by‑example with a safety and quality‑oriented attitude.

Regular and predictable attendance.

Other duties as assigned

Essential functions of this position are to be performed at a Company‑designated office or field location.

Understand and comply with the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry‑specific professional and ethical standards.

About You : Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of accounting, accounts payable / receivable and construction experience.

Documented experience with business accounting and accounting systems required.

High school diploma or GED is required

Associate’s Degree in Accounting or Business‑related studies / field is preferred.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel including the use of pivot tables, and Word (including document formatting), as well as Outlook and PowerPoint.

Advanced attention to detail.

Proven ability to manage tight deadlines and handle multiple complex tasks in a fast‑paced, changing environment.

Advanced interpersonal and communication skills to ensure high quality, positive interfaces with project teams.

What We Offer :

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary, commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Medical, Basic Life, AD&D, Critical Illness, Long‑term Disability, Dependent Coverage
• Extended Health, Prescription Drugs, and Paramedical Services
• Dental Health, Basic / Preventative and Major Coverage
• ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program – Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing‑related purchases.
• Annual Vacation starting at 10 days plus 5 paid Sick Days
• Superior educational assistance program (support for educational costs, internal training, and more!).
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).

Position may be subject to pre‑employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility : If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1‑.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit‑based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any third‑party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team.

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