Project Controls Analyst – Cost (Intermediate/Senior)
Location: Calgary, AB
Industry: Oil & Gas / Oil Sands
Schedule: Monday to Friday | 40 Hours per Week
Work Arrangement: Calgary
Travel: Occasional travel to Fort McMurray may be required
TPD is looking to hire an experienced Project Controls Analyst – Cost (Intermediate/Senior) for our client in Calgary, AB.
The successful candidate will be responsible for providing cost control, forecasting, change management, and reporting support for major projects within the oil and gas industry. Working closely with project teams and cross-functional stakeholders, this role will focus on maintaining accurate project financial data, monitoring cost performance, identifying potential risks, and ensuring compliance with established project controls processes.
The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project cost management, strong analytical skills, and a proven ability to support complex projects in a quick-paced industrial environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage project cost control activities, including commitments, actual costs, allocations, forecasting, and financial reporting.
- Develop and maintain incurred cost forecasts (ICF), analyze cost variances, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitor project budgets, contingency, and escalation plans, identifying potential cost overruns and communicating risks to project leadership.
- Maintain project change logs, coordinate Project Change Notices (PCNs), and assess cost and schedule impacts of proposed changes.
- Ensure compliance with established Project Controls standards, procedures, and quality assurance requirements.
- Prepare accurate and timely cost reports, performance metrics, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support project decision-making.
- Collaborate with Planning/Scheduling,
Estimating, Engineering, Construction, Supply Chain, Finance, and Project Management teams to ensure effective cost management.
- Monitor contractor performance, financial commitments, and contractual obligations, escalating issues and discrepancies as required.
- Support progressive project closeout activities, including purchase order reconciliation, cost closeout, benchmarking, and final reporting.
- Identify opportunities to improve project controls processes, reporting accuracy, forecasting, and overall project cost performance.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of Project Controls experience, preferably within the oil and gas, oil sands, or heavy industrial sectors.
- Post-secondary degree, diploma, or equivalent education and experience.
- Strong background in project cost control, forecasting, budgeting, change management, and financial reporting.
- Experience supporting major capital projects, preferably within an Owner or Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) organization.
- Knowledge of project controls processes, including planning/scheduling, cost estimating, field progress tracking, and contractor performance management.
- Experience managing project change notices, evaluating cost and schedule impacts, and maintaining project control budgets.
- Working knowledge of SAP, EcoSys, and project cost management systems is considered an asset.
- Previous experience supporting oil sands or oil and gas projects is considered an asset.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify cost trends, assess risks, and recommend effective solutions.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently while maintaining a proactive, team-oriented approach.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and adherence to established project controls standards and procedures.
- Must be available to work on-site in Calgary, Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week, with occasional travel to Fort McMurray as required.
Apply Today!
Are you an experienced Project Controls Analyst with a strong background in cost management, forecasting, and major capital projects?
This is an excellent opportunity to apply your expertise, collaborate with experienced industry professionals, and contribute to the successful delivery of major projects in Alberta's oil and gas sector.
If you have the experience and skills we're looking for, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today!
About TPD
TPD is a leading workforce solutions provider specializing in connecting talented professionals with exceptional career opportunities across a variety of industries. We are committed to helping our clients build strong teams while supporting candidates in finding meaningful and rewarding employment.
TPD is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
📌 Project Controls Analyst (Calgary)
🏢 TPD
📍 Calgary