Cost Controller

About Artelia Canada

Artelia Canada develops projects with the goal of creating practical, positive outcomes for people and communities. The organization focuses on designing and delivering solutions that support a more sustainable future.

With more than 50 years of experience in Canada, the company employs about 1,200 specialists across areas such as mobility, buildings, energy, environment and earth sciences, water, industry, and telecommunications. It combines local knowledge with the broader reach of the Artelia Group, which brings over a century of history and more than 10,000 employees in 40 countries.

Because the company is fully owned by its managers and employees, it emphasizes independence, innovation, and teamwork. The environment is designed for people who want to contribute to meaningful, human-centered work.

Role overview

The Cost Controller will be based in St. John’s and will support capital project financial tracking, reporting, and control activities. The position involves managing cost data, preparing reports, and assisting with project closeout and forecast processes.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare capital project cost reports and explain budget variances.
• Review, code, and attest vendor invoices, and support progress billing activity.
• Track, forecast, and report on work carried out under In-Service Failure programs.
• Create monthly capital accruals.
• Set up work orders to support cost tracking.
• Build project forecasts, capital budget change orders, contract change orders, and cost flow reports.
• Prepare requisitions, Purchasing Exception Reports, and Approval to Award documents.
• Analyze and prepare quarterly commitment reports.
• Complete project closeout files, including Asset Assignment Forms and Interest Cut Off forms.
• Handle additional reporting and related tasks as needed.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in cost control, ideally within a capital project setting.
• Strong analytical ability along with solid knowledge of accounting systems and procedures.
• Experience in the electric utility sector will be treated as an advantage.

Additional information

• This is a full-time assignment scheduled for 37.5 hours each week.
• The planned start date is 31 March 2026.
• The assignment is expected to run for one year from the start date, with a possible extension.
• Compensation is described as competitive.
• Benefits include an employer-matched retirement savings plan, group insurance, a Health Spending Account, reimbursement of professional membership fees, and a positive work environment.

Equal opportunity statement

Artelia participates in an Employment Equity Program and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and persons with disabilities. Workplace accommodations can be arranged upon request.