Skills

Communication Leadership SAP Change Management Decision-making Trend Analysis Risk Analysis Team Leadership Accounting Cost Management

Job Specifications

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Cost Lead to manage and oversee all cost engineering activities on a large-scale construction project. This role is critical in ensuring accurate cost forecasting, reporting, and compliance with corporate standards. As the Cost Lead, you will provide strategic direction, lead a team of cost engineers, and deliver timely, reliable cost information to support project decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of cost engineers, ensuring consistency and accuracy in cost reporting.
Develop and maintain project dashboards, cost reports, and earned value metrics.
Manage the control budget and oversee change management processes.
Collaborate with planning and scheduling teams to align cost and schedule structures.
Prepare and maintain corporate and project-specific cost reports using SAP and Omega 365 (PIMS).
Integrate project estimates, schedules, and risk analysis into cost forecasts.
Validate and aggregate cost data from contractors, vendors, and procurement teams.
Provide proactive cost management assessments and trend analysis to identify risks.
Facilitate meetings with project stakeholders to review cost performance and forecasts.
Support the Project Controls Manager in workload planning and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting or Engineering.
Minimum 10 years of experience in cost engineering, with proven leadership on mega projects.
Expertise in SAP, familiarity with Omega 365 (PIMS) or similar tools, familiarity with Acumen Fuse or similar risk tools.
Accreditation from PMI, AACE would be preferred
Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
Excellent communication and leadership skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred Experience

Managing cost for mega projects during the construction phase.
Developing and maintaining project dashboards and reports.
Team leadership experience on large-scale projects.

About the Company

Today, more than ever, businesses are searching for highest-value solutions in a competitive, quality driven world. The market in Alberta faces many unique challenges. Manpower has been operating in Alberta for more than 50 years, and is strategically aligned and committed to provide solutions and deliver the right people at the right time, at the best value. Combining global reach and local expertise, we know the world of work and each market where we operate. We are able to surpass the needs of our clients across Alberta &... Know more