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Cost Controller
@ EBC Inc.
British Columbia
Overview
EBC Inc. is hiring a Cost Controller to manage the cost control cycle on major infrastructure projects such as bridges, highways, tunnels and hydroelectric works. The role covers budgets, schedules, forecasts and change requests, with reporting to project teams. The posting asks for 5+ years of similar experience, a degree in administration, finance or engineering, and a salary range of $75,000 to $115,000.
Responsibilities:
- Manage cost control cycle across project execution
- Track hours, expenses, costs and budget updates
- Evaluate change requests and their impact on objectives
- Prepare forecasts and status reports with project managers
- Resolve issues relating to budgets and schedules
Requirements summary:
- Degree in administration, finance or engineering
- Minimum 5 years in a similar position
- Excellent English communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong MS Office and project controls software skills
- French bilingualism an asset
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-10
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Finance & accounting |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Administration, Finance, Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training |
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EBC Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 271 |
EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia.
Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada.
Come move mountains with us!
As we continue to strengthen our presence across the Fraser Valley, Lower Mainland, and Greater Vancouver Area, we're growing our teams and looking for individuals who are eager to make an impact in a fast-paced, expanding organization.
Responsibilities:
- Manage the cost control cycle throughout the project execution, by setting up projects/mandates, tracking budgets and schedules, within the project management system;
- Calculate the initial budget on the basis of the proposal;
- Ensure tracking of hours, expenses, costs and budget updates;
- Monitor changes and coordination with the project team;
- Evaluate change requests, evaluate their impact on project objectives and communicate changes to stakeholders;
- Ensure and manage the project progress monitoring with discipline managers, including cost and schedule controls;
- Ensure follow-up with project managers on regular updates of project forecasts, including periodic assistance in the estimation of remaining project costs, as well as necessary provisions and risks;
- Records and resolves issues relating to project budgets and schedules;
- Ensure the quality of prepared project status reports, executive summaries, and dashboards to provide timely updates on performance.
Requirements
- Degree in Administration, Finance, or Engineering;
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position, preferably in the construction industry;
- Bilingual (an asset), but proficiency in English language with excellent communication skills (written and verbal) is required;
- Strong personal IT skills (MS Office suite) and relevant software skills specific to project controls.
- Skills and attitudes required
- Interest in numbers and rigorous in analyzing project costs;
- Autonomy;
- Ability to work in a team;
- Able to perform in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines;
- Excellent organizational, communication and writing skills.
Benefits
- 4 weeks of annual vacation;
- Flexible group insurance program upon entry;
- Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
- 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
- Training and development programs;
- Employee assistance program;
- Active social club and health and wellness committee;
- Diverse, innovative, and stimulating environment;
- A company built on values of respect; integrity, and a job well done;
- Firm recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.
In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $75,000–$115,000. Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance-based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.
As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.
EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.
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