Peter Lucas Project Management Inc.
Project Management
CostController
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“Cost Controller at Peter Lucas Project Management Inc.. Skills: Cost control, Project budgeting, Forecasting, Reporting. Support Project Managers with cost tracking. Develop, monitor, and maintain project budgets”
What You'll Achieve.
maintaining accurate financial control; cost tracking; forecasting; reporting across active project scopes; ensure budgets, costs, and forecasts are effectively monitored and controlled; accurate cost capture and processing; accurate resource loading and cost forecasting
Industry & Context.
analytical skills; financial accuracy
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3–10+ years of experience in project controls, cost control, or project accounting, understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking principles, Experience supporting large-scale capital or maintenance projects, Proficiency with cost control systems and project management tools, Experience with earned value management (EVM) and variance analysis, Ability to prepare and interpret cost reports, forecasts, and performance dashboards, skills in Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis, reporting tools), Knowledge of change management and project change control processes, Familiarity with procurement, invoicing, and contract support functions, analytical skills with attention to detail and financial accuracy, Ability to work effectively with Project Managers, planners, engineers, and procurement teams, communication skills for reporting risks, variances, and recommendations, Post-secondary education in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Nice to Have
industrial, mining, construction, or oil & gas preferred
What You'll Do.
Support Project Managers with cost tracking
and maintain project budgets
Track actuals against budget
Assist in managing project progress reporting
Monitor and control project scope
Support change management processes
Assist with procurement and invoice tracking
Coordinate with project teams
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with Project Managers; Work with project teams; Work effectively with Project Managers, planners, engineers, and procurement teams
Communication Scope
reporting risks; reporting variances; reporting recommendations
Process & Methodology
Project controls, Cost control, Project accounting, Project budgeting, Forecasting, Cost tracking, Earned value management, Variance analysis, Performance indicators, Scope monitoring, Resource allocation, Change management, Risk identification, Mitigation strategies
Full Job Description
Peter Lucas Project Management is a leader in project delivery, investing in people, community, and technology to deliver gold-standard execution across industrial projects. We are currently seeking a **Cost Controller** to join our team. This role offers exposure to a dynamic project environment with strong professional development opportunities, supportive leadership, and a collaborative team culture. We provide competitive benefits, career growth potential, and long-term job stability within a diverse and inclusive workplace. ### **Role Overview** The Cost Controller will support project execution by maintaining accurate financial control, cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting across active project scopes. This role works closely with Project Managers and project teams to ensure budgets, costs, and forecasts are effectively monitored and controlled. ### **Key Responsibilities** * Support Project Managers with cost tracking, reporting, and overall project financial performance * Develop, monitor, and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls * Track actuals against budget and provide variance analysis and reporting * Assist in managing project progress reporting, including cost, schedule, and performance indicators * Monitor and control project scope, costs, changes, and resource allocations * Prepare cost reports, dashboards, and project control deliverables for stakeholders * Support change management processes, including review and tracking of change requests and baseline adjustments * Identify cost risks, savings opportunities, and support mitigation strategies * Assist with procurement and invoice tracking to ensure accurate cost capture and processing * Coordinate with project teams to ensure accurate resource loading and cost forecasting **Requirements** * 3–10+ years of experience in **project controls, cost control, or project accounting** (industrial, mining, construction, or oil & gas preferred) * Strong understanding of **project budge
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