Job Title Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Cost Analyst, COM Location Pickering, ON CA (Primary) Category Engineering, Project Controls Job Type Full-time THE WORK: You've Never Been Satisfied with "Good Enough." You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you'll do exactly that. You'll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before. You'll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we're transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future. Because "good enough" builds the past. You're here to build what's next, on a team that outperforms every norm. Visit us here to learn more about Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects

• (Internal Title: Cost Analyst)
  • Support the development and management of project budgets and cost estimates
  • Work closely with project teams to ensure that budgets are aligned with project goals, timelines are realistic, and cost estimates are accurate
  • Track project costs, identify potential cost overruns or issues, and proactively communicate with project stakeholders to mitigate risks
  • Prepare financial reports and presentations, as needed, as well as in the coordination of financial meetings and documentation
  • Contribute to the creation of cashflows and "Estimated Final Costs" for large capital projects
  • Participate in the various phases of the contracts including the development of terms and conditions, negotiations of contracts, and warranty administration
  • Report on the progress and status of contracts
  • Ensure schedules for acquisition projects are prepared, monitored, and maintained
  • Provide project control support for all aspects of the capital budget preparation
  • Monitor cost analysis, controls, and reconciliation for the assigned projects
  • Collaborate on reviewing contractual reliabilities and design and maintain project control databases, spreadsheets, and other control systems to support these functions
  • Prepare board reports and supporting documentation for project approvals and contract awards
  • Develop monthly accruals related to project contracts
  • Track and provide analysis for Earned Value as required
  • Support procedural updates and corporate initiatives related to costing
  • Complete any tasks assigned by the Intermediate Cost Analyst or higher in an efficient and timely manner
• Working Conditions
  • Office-based

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience
• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline
• Licenses OR Certifications:
• Registered for and seeking AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI equivalent
• Has completed equivalent training or successfully passed designated proficiency testing in lieu of the above

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Knowledge of Contract Administration principles, methods, procedures, and practices, as well as project management methods and practices
• In-depth understanding of business administration concepts with emphasis on scheduling principles combined with a good knowledge of budget and cost control concepts
• Proficiency in MRP systems including MAXIMO, EcoSys, and WorkDay is considered an asset
• Independently tailor technical information for different audiences through presentations, reports, and other means
• Must foster positive relationships with various stakeholders
• Tact to perceive and ameliorate conflict and tension
• Ability to arrange priorities and escalate competing risks to meet deadlines with minimum input from leadership
• Keen eye for detail and adept problem-solving abilities
• Must have demonstrated experience relaying and receiving information (written and verbal)
• Excellent reading and language comprehension
• Ability to detect and capitalize on others' strengths
• Expert ability to work collaboratively and independently in a structured, disciplined, technology-driven environment

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation, based on full-time employment, for roles that may be hired as set forth below. The recruiting efforts for this position are intended to fill a brand new position. The base pay range shown below is intended as a guideline to reflect the majority of offers for this role. It does not represent a maximum limit - in some cases, actual compensation may exceed the range where appropriate. Role Location Annual Salary Range Ontario $70,000 to $100,000