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Cost Control ManagerAecon • Surrey, British Columbia, CA
Cost Control Manager

Cost Control Manager

Aecon • Surrey, British Columbia, CA
24 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is and building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on :

  • Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
  • Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
  • Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
  • Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we :

  • Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
  • Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs , and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
  • Are a leader in sustainable construction . With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
  • Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

    W hat is the Opportunity?

    The Province of British Columbia has chosen South Fraser Station Partners to work on the Surrey Langley SkyTrain project. The SFSP scope of work includes the construction of eight stations, a 250m Guideway, three standalone Power Propulsion Substations, and three bus exchanges. The Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project will improve regional connections and provide fast, frequent, and reliable transit service for people and businesses across Metro Vancouver, especially south of the Fraser River. The general partnership is made up of Aecon, Pomerleau and Acciona.

    Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the  Cost Control Manager  will advise senior management on cost analysis, potential costs exceeding the budget, and proactive actions to take place. The  Surrey Langley SkyTrain  project is a site-based position based out of  Surrey, BC .

    What You’ll Do Here :

    Cost Controls Systems & Tools

  • Provides support to project controls, procurement, commercial, and construction teams to ensure controls systems are properly implemented and utilized on the project.
  • Participates in developing, establishing, and maintaining project cost / control systems.
  • Assists with evaluating and documenting processes and procedures related to cost controls to be followed by project teams.
  • Provides input on an ongoing basis for improvements / modifications to Aecon’s project controls policy & guidelines.
  • Progress & Cost Tracking

  • Develops and implements processes, cadence and requirements for cost recording, progress claiming plans, forecasting and reporting.
  • Responsible for setting-up and implementation of project cost systems (cost codes, job cost processing procedures, project rules of credit).
  • Develops, or assists in the development of, quantity detailed quantity trackers and manpower utilization plans and actuals for discipline or specialty activities bases for the assumptions.
  • Plans, coordinates, and directs / performs the preparation of specific budgets, codes of accounts and recommends appropriate modifications and revisions as project progresses.
  • Identifies or defines data sources and techniques for data acquisition and collects required data for a specific discipline or other specialty applications.
  • Performs data analysis, performance monitoring, control functions and reforecasts as well as problem identification, and makes recommendations for improvement.
  • Responsible for required project status reports for internal management and for the customer, including the overall project Dashboard, project performance reports (Earned Value, SPI, CPI, etc.).
  • Performs, or coordinates the performance of, pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances within a discipline or other specialty.
  • Ensures all the contract conditions (invoicing, reporting, change management, etc.) are applied and fulfilled for project set-up, project tracking and reporting, and project closeout.
  • Assists with contract management and payments.
  • Scope & Change Management

  • Supports project change management, including subcontractor claims, change requests, claims and dispute resolution as well as the incorporation of approved and forecast changes in the project controls systems.
  • Risk Management

  • Supports in risk management activities, actively identifying threads and opportunities, developing and implementing risk treatment strategies, monitoring, control and reporting.
  • People Management

  • Creates and maintains a culture and environment that is open and respectful.
  • Supervises, coaches, develops and mentors cost controls personnel (i.e. Project Controls Specialist, Lead, Cost Controller)
  • Acts as a key partner to Project Managers, Operations teams and Senior Leadership.
  • Communicates with external clients, partners, vendors and subcontractors as required.
  • What You Bring to the Team :

  • 5-10 years minimum of Cost Control experience in construction.
  • Knowledge of financial reporting systems and controller account codes and an understanding of Controller instructions, which impact Project Controls (including Project Financial Status Reports and Earned Revenue Determination Data).
  • Accreditation from PMI, AACEI or CIQS is an asset.
  • College and / or University degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Strong knowledge of Project Management and Cost Controls principles, "Earned Value"
  • P6 experience is an asset.
  • Ability to produce, read and manipulate schedules and scheduling curves / reports an asset.
  • Experience with Hard Dollar / InEight and SAP ERP systems is an asset.
  • Intermediate to expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Organizational skills to handle multiple tasks within a high-pressure worksite environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • A problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability.
  • The expected pay range for this position is $125,000.00 - $150,000.00.

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