Job Description
Project Cost Controls Lead for Amico Infrastructure Inc, reporting to the Project Controls Manager and General Manager, the Lead Cost Controller will support the business in leading and managing major infrastructure projects in cost controlling, variance analysis, forecasting and reporting. You will be involved in earned value management, change management and risk management, as well as a key interface with the Finance & Accounting department supporting the month‑end process.

Responsibilities
Project Reporting and Communication

Develop and implement project reporting requirements, including Monthly Performance Reports, status updates, performance review meetings and written deliverables.

Communicate project status and progress to stakeholders, including senior leadership, project team members, and external partners/clients.

Create and execute customized roles and responsibilities for team members while assessing submissions for accuracy, consistency, and quality.

Establish cross‑discipline coordination with other teams and individuals, including schedule, risk, document control and reporting specialists and project functions (including commercial and contract administration) to ensure harmonious integration and alignment of efforts.

Cost Estimation and Management

Develop cost estimates and budgets for project activities, including labour, materials, equipment and sub‑contracted services.

Utilize extensive cost control expertise to oversee, analyze and manage project and contract budgets, ensuring compliance with financial guidelines and promptly identifying any deviations.

Develop and implement cost management plans, processes, and tools to control project expenditures and minimize associated risks.

Project Change Control

Establish and conduct internal meetings, reviews,



and communications to assess the necessity for and oversee the implementation of modifications to project scope, timeline, and budget.

Act as the principal assessor of potential changes by analyzing and evaluating them to ascertain their impact on project objectives and overall feasibility, ensuring that changes are socialized, reviewed and approved by appropriate internal and external stakeholders prior to implementation.

Managing/Leading Team

Nurture the growth and development of team members, including facilitating skill enhancement.

Support the improvement of existing and development of new cost reporting, including fully integrated cost dashboards.

Establish clear communication channels between the procurement team, subcontractors, and project managers. Ensure that everyone understands the project’s goals, timelines, and budget limitations.

Qualifications

10+ years of relevant experience as a Project Cost Controller/Lead

Post‑secondary diploma or degree (project management, finance or business preferred)

PMP designation preferred or pursuing

Project management experience on large multidisciplinary projects

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite and Outlook

Highly advanced skills in financial ERP systems such as Oracle Fusion, Microsoft Excel, Primavera 6 (P6), and cost estimating software

Adaptability and flexibility, including the ability to manage deadline pressure, ambiguity and change

Ability to work on several projects or tasks concurrently, manage time, organize, and set priorities

Strong organizational skills

Strong interpersonal skills, as the role requires continuous interaction with team members

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including report writing, editing, and proofreading abilities

Solid analytical and quantitative skills are a must

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📌 Project Cost Controls Lead (Ontario)
🏢 Amico Affiliates
📍 Ontario