Cost Consultant Jobs

·Assist with establishing and tracking the project budget, along with cost to date and cost to complete

·Visit construction sites on a monthly basis to review the contractor and subcontractor progress claims

·Perform reviews of off-site material at manufacturer facilities

·Develop cash flow projections and summaries

·Understanding of RICS Project Monitoring guidelines and standards an asset

Bachelor degree in Business/Commerce, Finance or Accounting.

A minimum of 2 years relevant cost accounting and business experience.

Some exposure to auditing is preferred, and a strong knowledge of internal controls.

Highly proficient in using Excel and large financial systems, including knowledge of SAP

Prepare the monthly manufacturing cost report, month end inventory balances, analysis of key manufacturing costs, and any additional closing reports

Organize and prepare the annual budget

Excellent knowledge of and commitment to safety requirements.

5 years of experience on delivering big construction infrastructure projects as Construction Director or Project Director

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

A six-kilometre tunnel and associated tunnelling works from Exhibition to Don Yard portal (west of the Don River)

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

Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.

2-3 years Extensive experience in Resources Loading and Cost Analysis

College and/or University degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.

Organizational skills to handle multiple tasks within a high-pressure work site environment

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).

Willingness for continuous learning and advancement of technical knowledge.

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Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

Minimum of Five (5) years of Cost Control experience in the engineering, construction, project management of Oil & Gas related projects

Superior working knowledge of SAP

Thorough knowledge of Engineering, Supply Chain, Fabrication and Construction processes as part of project execution

In early stages of projects, review and align Work Breakdown Structure to Cost Breakdown Structure; create Project Controls

Cost Control Plan; and finalize Spend Profile based on Class IV Estimate for TIC.

High attention to detail, accuracy and quality of information, and an ability to keep information organized

Post-secondary education, preferably in engineering, technical, construction, quantity surveying, business or related

8+ years of construction claims experience

Extensive knowledge of construction procurement methods, construction contracts, quantum claim techniques, loss of productivity calculations, change/risk assessment and dispute resolution methods

Excellent communication skills – interpersonal, written & presentation (academic report writing skills are essential to this position)

Expert knowledge of various forms of contract conditions is required

Thorough working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications

· Strong time management and organizational skills

· Knowledge of travel insurance claims processes, GHIP recovery/coordination of benefits, and subrogation

· Minimum 2-3 years of previous claims administration experience

· Superior verbal and written communication skills

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills

· Cost containment/provider relations experience

Offer input and recommendations for cost engineering requirements, including staffing, project controls, and analyzing scope, quantities, and cost data.

Proactively advise management of forecasted costs exceeding the approved budget.

Analyze contractors' cost reports and extract necessary data for management reporting.

Prepare and deliver monthly cost engineering information, along with additional ad-hoc reports as requested by Management.

Demonstrate broad, multi-discipline knowledge and experience in cost engineering for Oil and Gas projects.

Organize, monitor, and control project costs, aligning with contractual requirements, objectives, and Company procedures.

Knowledge of Management Accounting, Public Accounting or Business Administration preferred.

Outstanding administrative and management skills.

Manage internal and external financial audits.

Review and manage the company's inventory cash flow.

Outstanding knowledge of various accounting tools and softwares.

Exceptional oral and written communication skills.

Effective management of invoices and timesheets to allow accurate forecasting.

Work with various cost management applications in conjunction with MS office applications to sufficiently support all project stakeholders.

Expertise in Project Management Systems in general while project specific application trainings will be provided

Create and manage work orders and purchase orders for project overheads.

Manage a transparent process of allocation of appropriate project costs to capital projects, as per existing guidelines.

Provide input to various project reporting requirements

CES is seeking an experienced Cost Estimator for a plastic injection molding client in Windsor ON

• Three years’ relevant work experience in a, automotive manufacturing

• To prepare quotations in response to Customer issued RFQ.

• Prepare and maintain various reports on the progress and status of quotes.

• Interpret Customer RFQ, specifications, GD&T drawings and CAD data.

• Conduct feasibility review meetings and consult with Manufacturing, Engineering

Ensure that relevant cost management procedures and reporting requirements are incorporated where appropriate on invitations to tender;

Good working knowledge of Prism and Prism change management would be considered an asset.

Create and manage detailed project information related to contractual scope and cost for submittal to the project management team;

Support the team on ensuring the application of the Project Change Management procedures;

Collaborate closely with management team to ensure all project tasks are identified and resource needs are accurately estimated for the project;

Support the management team on ensuring project’s adherence to the approved budget.

Strong time management skills and able to re-assess priorities to ensure due dates are met.

Experience in SharePoint – navigation and working knowledge for centralized project documentation storage.

Manage project WBS time charges and sub-contractor invoices throughout the project lifecycle.

Monitor project progress at site by communicating with the Site Supervisors, Site Manager and Project Manager on a daily basis.

Strong understanding of enterprise systems and how to manage change.

Experience with customer site specific training and comprehension of policies, procedures and regulations of the nuclear industry.

3-5 years of experience in a Finance role

Work directly with Managers for budgeting and annual planning

Assist operations managers in researching their costs for monthly cost reports in SAP

Assist managers in accounting of operating costs versus capital costs

Facilitate monthly and weekly cost reviews with managers

Provide Finance team inputs for reporting during month end

Develop team members’ knowledge and skills through education, training, coaching, corrective counseling, etc.

Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Ensure activities comply with relevant statutory and regulatory requirements, legal demands and professional and ethical standards.

Manages the monthly financial closing process.

Informs the Vice President of Finance of any legal, auditing or other significant problems.

Must have extensive experience with computerized accounting systems, preferably Infinium and Cognos.

Type of Experience: Manufacturing / Cost Accounting / Finance

Required Skills: ERP (SAP) FICO Model, ETO Knowledge, OFFICE.

Ensures that the project consistently applies contract and claims management in accordance with ABB Local Division policies and contractual agreements.

Acts as the key execution contact for the customer and escalates any issues with urgency to Management

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university Or Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma with passion for Project Management.

ABB Project Management designation (for internal applicants only), PMI certified.

Applying Value Management techniques at the outset of a package and where appropriate.

Staff management– Input into performance review process of consultants and graduate consultants

Knowledge of and experience using CostX is an asset but not essential

Continuing Professional Development support whether that be for a professional qualification or within the Industry.

Ensuring that cost analysis, cost checking and valuation work is managed effectively.

Un soutien au développement professionnel continu, que ce soit pour une qualification professionnelle ou au sein de l'industrie.

Knowledge management – Ensuring that key information and learning generated from each commission is inputted into internal databases and shared.

Assist commission manager ensuring commissions are managed to the right quality standards and are completed efficiently and on time

Assist commission manager ensuring service delivery on commissions is in line with the conditions of appointment

+3 years of relevant experience

Interfacing with the client and other consultants, at all project stages

Assisting in research related to construction market conditions throughout Canada, including analysis of official published data