Senior Cost Analyst, Project ControlsABOUT THE ROLEWe have an exciting new leadership opportunity for a
Senior Cost Specialist,
Project Controls to join our
Project Delivery & Construction team located in our
Calgary Head Office. This is a pivotal position within our organization where you'll provide support and guidance to our Project Management and Construction teams.
This role reports to the PD&C Project Control Manager and will be part of a dedicated team of Project Controls professionals providing comprehensive Project Controls support across a portfolio of large-scale energy construction projects ($100M+).
The position will appeal to an experienced, well-rounded Project Controls Specialist who thrives in dynamic and collaborative team environment and has interest in being part of an ambitious build-out of energy assets.
A DAY IN THE LIFE- Support the development, maintenance, and analysis of project schedules, cost forecasts, and performance metrics across assigned capital projects
- Track and monitor cost, schedule, and change management activities, identifying variances, risks, and emerging trends
- Prepare regular project controls reports and dashboards to support project teams and leadership decision making
- Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Construction, and Procurement teams to ensure alignment to approved baselines and controls processes
- Support risk management activities, including risk identification, analysis, and mitigation tracking
- Assist with change control documentation, ensuring scope, cost, and schedule impacts are clearly understood and captured
- Maintain accurate and well-structured project controls documentation in line with internal standards and best practices
- Contribute to continuous improvement of project controls tools, templates, and reporting practices
WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU- You can interact with our EPC contractors and drive project controls deliverables
- You bring experience in project controls, project scheduling, cost control, or project coordination within a major capital projects or industrial environment
- You have a solid understanding of cost, schedule, forecasting, and performance measurement principles
- You're comfortable working with project controls systems, scheduling tools, and Excel based reporting
- You're detail oriented and take pride in producing accurate, reliable data and analysis
- You enjoy working in cross functional project teams and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders
- You're able to communicate complex information clearly, tailoring insights for technical and non-technical audiences
- You're proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic project environment
- You're curious and motivated to learn and grow your project controls expertise while contributing to successful project delivery
THE PERKS- Competitive salary
- Annual and long-term incentives available for select roles
- Company-matching pension plan
- Flexible health benefits for you and your family
- Generous vacation and personal days
- Learning and development programs
- Employee recognition and rewards
- Annual wellness allowance
Explore our Employee Experience Booklet on our Careers site to see how we support your growth and wellbeing www.transalta.com/careers
