Cost Controller

About Us

At North Star, we provide exceptional project management that sets a clear course for success. We unite the best people, processes, and technology to deliver projects safely, on-time, and on-budget. We are experts in the design, construction, and maintenance of a wide range of heavy industrial and infrastructure projects in mining, energy, road construction, and more.

About The Role

We are seeking multiple Cost Controllers to support capital project execution for one of our clients in St. Johns, Newfoundland and Labrador. These roles will support a portfolio of regulated engineering and infrastructure projects across the province.

The successful candidates will bring strong financial acumen, experience in cost control within capital or construction environments, and the ability to manage reporting, forecasting, and financial tracking in a structured project setting.

This is a contract position with an anticipated start date of March 31, 2026, and an end date of March 31, 2027. The estimated effort is 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Please note that we are accepting resumes for this role on behalf of one of our clients. If your experience and qualifications appear to be a strong fit, your application details will be shared with our client for their review.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete capital project cost reporting, including variance analysis and explanations

• Review, attest, and code vendor invoices and support progress billing processes

• Record, track, forecast, and report on work under capital and in-service programs

• Prepare monthly capital accruals

• Create and manage work orders to facilitate accurate cost tracking

• Complete project forecasts, capital budget change orders, contract change orders, and cost flow documentation

• Prepare requisitions, purchasing exception reports, and approval documentation

• Analyze and prepare quarterly commitment reports

• Support project close-out documentation, including asset assignment and financial close-out forms

• Provide additional ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as required

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

• Proven cost control experience, preferably within a capital project or engineering environment

• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of accounting processes and financial systems

• Experience within the electric utility or infrastructure sector is considered an asset

• Strong organizational and communication skills

Additional Details

• A valid Canadian drivers license with an acceptable drivers abstract is required

• A criminal record check will be required

• Work will be based in St. Johns, NL

• Periodic travel within Newfoundland and Labrador may be required

North Star Associates is strongly committed to employment equity. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are eligible to work in Canada without sponsorship. We thank all candidates for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Find out more about North Star Associates by visiting our website at www.nsainc.ca.