Cost Control Specialist II - ENBJP00027856

Our client, is seeking a Cost Control Specialist II to support project delivery through robust cost tracking, forecasting, and financial analysis. This role plays a critical part in ensuring project financial accuracy and transparency by working closely with Project Managers, Finance teams, and key stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining cost control processes, monitoring project expenditures, and delivering timely reporting and insights to support decision-making across multiple projects.

Location: Markham (TOC), North York (VPC), or London, Ontario
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite: Mon/Tues/Thurs; 2 days remote: Wed/Fri – subject to change)


Advantages
•Opportunity to work with a leading North American energy infrastructure company
•Exposure to large-scale, complex project environments
•Collaborative, cross-functional team setting with Project Management and Finance
•Hybrid work model offering flexibility
•Long-term contract with potential for extension


Responsibilities
•Perform daily and weekly project cost tracking and reconciliation in line with established processes
•Review, code, and track invoices to ensure accurate cost allocation
•Maintain and update cost trackers using SAP, Oracle, purchase orders, invoices, and vendor data
•Identify and resolve cost discrepancies in a timely manner
•Support monthly accruals and affiliate billings
•Conduct variance analysis and provide detailed financial reporting
•Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations for project and management review
•Track scope changes and maintain detailed change logs
•Ensure adherence to sanctioned cost control processes across all project phases
•Capture data for benchmarking and continuous improvement initiatives
•Coordinate weekly Project Controls meetings, including agenda preparation and minutes
•Collaborate with Project Managers, Finance, and stakeholders to provide updates and insights
•Support documentation management, compliance standards, and audit readiness
•Contribute to identifying and implementing solutions to project control challenges
•Adapt cost control strategies based on evolving project requirements


Qualifications
•University degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
•Strong understanding of distribution operations procedures and policies is preferred
•Proven experience in cost control, financial tracking, or project accounting
•Proficiency in SAP, Oracle, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
•Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
•Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
•Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
•Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders
•PMP (Project Management Professional), AACE certification, or P.Eng designation considered strong assets
•Valid driver’s abstract required (occasional travel between offices may be needed)
•Alignment with core values of Integrity, Safety, and Respect


Summary
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented Cost Control professional to join a high-performing team supporting critical infrastructure projects. The role offers a blend of financial analysis, stakeholder engagement, and project support within a dynamic and structured environment. Ideal for candidates who thrive in fast-paced project settings and bring strong cost management expertise.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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