Claims Analyst - Project Controls

Hatch and Bantrel have formed the Hatch Bantrel Joint Venture (HBJV) to execute engineering and construction on the BHP Jansen Potash Mine Project in Saskatchewan. After successfully completing the Definition Phase Study for the project, the HBJV is currently carrying out the Detailed Engineering Phase for the Processing, Non-Process Infrastructure (NPI) and Mining Areas of the 4.5 Mtpa Stage 1 Potash Mine. With a published TIC of US $5.3-5.7 Billion this will represent one of the largest projects and private investments in Canada. The HBJV will use a hybrid of best-in-class new developing technologies and systems as well as the proven HBJV suite of tools to execute this exciting project.

In this full-time permanent role, you will be a champion ofdiversity & inclusion.

Location: Mississauga, ON or Calgary, AB

Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Prepare pricing schedules for construction contracts to support the RFP process.
• Support efforts to re-cast project estimates into manageable cost control budgets per project requirements
• Support the commercial evaluation cycle for Construction and Procurement Packages.
• Execute month-end activities in a timely manner to meet reporting deadlines.
• Performance monitoring and control functions for specific applications per applicable procedures.
• Maintain cost budgets and accurate cost forecasts, utilizing a change management system and monitoring project status. Performs ongoing cost data and cash flow analysis.
• Prepare and review distributable and/or contractors indirect cost estimates; developing basis for temporary facilities, miscellaneous construction services, construction tools and equipment, non-manual manpower, start-up services, payroll taxes and insurance, camp facilities and operation, and other field office costs
• Forecast cost escalation for assigned scope and monitor the escalation exposure.
• Establish Payment Milestones and methodologies – Rules of Credit/Milestone Based Progress etc.
• Maintain or coordinate the project cost change management system (trending).
• Use Engineering Material Take Offs (MTO’s) to verify scope and budget.
• Forecast monthly incurred costs, prepare monthly cost accruals, and explain the variances.
• Reconcile received bids with control budgets for a specific scope.

• Knowledge of cost/financial reporting systems and analysis e.g., forecasting, change management, metrics, Quantity Unit Rate Reporting)
• Works well in a team environment
• Knowledge in capital cost estimating and services estimating
• Strong knowledge in project controls software such as EcoSys, SAP, and Oracle (or Oracle JDE) is an asset
• Experience with statistical analysis, or skilled in understanding technical processes, engineering drawings, quantity determinations, and mathematical and financial reports
• Familiar with engineering, procurement, contracts, construction, and startup work processes and management. Knowledge level is dependent on area of cost control specialization
• Knowledge of cost control interfaces with project planning and scheduling
• 5 - 10 years experience in a Project Controls related field with increasing levels of responsibility. Demonstrates a willingness and aptitude to learn more about Cost Control and overall Project Controls.
• Familiar with the concept of Project Codes of Accounts (COA)
• Familiar with cash flow development and assessment
• Skilled in oral and written communication

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for further review will be contacted. All other resumes will be retained for future consideration.