Cost Control Admin Jobs

Company Description
Company Description
Are you looking for your next adventure? Let us tell you all about it! The project team at Ontario Transit Group are so proud to be part of Ontario’s future.
Ontario Line South
Our team is mobilizing its design and construction crews, with major works to commence in 2023. The South Civil contract is anticipated to be completed in 2030.
The project will strengthen Ontario’s economy by supporting an estimated 1,500 jobs at the peak of construction.
What is the project?

• One above-ground station to be integrated with the existing GO Transit Exhibition Station
• Two underground stations to be integrated with the existing TTC Osgoode and Queen subway stations
• A six-kilometre tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River)
• Four new underground stations (King/Bathurst, Queen/Spadina, Moss Park, Corktown.
• Stations:

The Benefits to Ontario?

• Reduction in traffic congestion, greenhouse gases and fuel consumption by providing an alternative transportation option
• Economic and community growth along the future transit line and thousands of job opportunities annually during construction
• Reducing crowding on the existing Line 1 (Yonge-University) subway
• Improving the quality of life for commuters by reducing daily travel time
• Up to 57,000 more jobs will be accessible by transit (in 45 minutes or less) for Toronto residents
• Faster, more frequent and reliable access to rapid transit with more than 227,500 people will live within a 10-minute walk of an Ontario Line station

What you will do:

• Prepare reports on expenses, variances, and budget performance.
• Track and monitor project expenses, ensuring alignment with the approved budget.
• Develop and analyze project budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement effective cost control procedures and policies.
• Foster communication and collaboration with project teams and stakeholders
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with projects.
• Collaborate with vendors and subcontractors to negotiate favorable pricing.
• Manage change orders, assessing their impact on costs and timelines.

Qualifications
What we ask for:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Accounting, or related field.
• Knowledge of construction laws and regulations is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of cost management principles.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in cost control software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven experience in construction cost control or similar roles.

Additional Information
Is this role for you?

• A first stage interview via Microsoft Teams or telephone call
• An initial discovery call or,
• Additional interview with the stakeholders you’ll be working with closely in the role
• If you are through to Interview stage? What to expect…