Work Package Controller
The Work Package Controller will monitor the financial performance of complex engineering projects, including cost tracking, variance analysis, and risk mitigation. They will act as the primary interface between engineering and operations to ensure accurate financial reporting and cost optimization.
- On-site
- Montréal, QC
- Posted Aug 6, 2026
- 1 position
Job summary
Req ID:526727 At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Join us as Work Package Controller, and you’ll be looking at a career-defining role based in St-Bruno, QC. We are looking for a high-impact finance professional to lead the cost performance and industrial controlling of complex, multi-million engineering projects. This role sits at the core of the project lifecycle, from engineering validation to Work Package financial control, costing and risk mitigation strategies. Your future role You are the interface with engineering & operations, and your main responsibilities are to monitor the evolution of costs related to work packages (WPs), identify cost reduction opportunities, and report any cost overruns and productivity deterioration. You have developed solid knowledge and skills in financial management of large-scale projects in the industrial sector. You have been involved in bidding processes and acted as a project controller/sourcing controller on long-term contracts; you are our ideal candidate. You will be specifically responsible for Own and validate Tender Engineering and Manufacturing financials to support EAC, savings, and variance analysis. Bridge budget, forecast, ROFO and actuals, line-by-line, identifying root causes and cost deviations. EAC reconciliation. Deep Actual analysis by wbs Partner with Project Procurement & Finance Managers to optimize material cost control Monitor cost evolution, inflation, indexation and QCD deviations. Drive KPIs, cost reductions, tender support, and risk mitigation plans Be the focal point for claims, material variances and SAP-GSI cost data integrity. Proactively manage cost-to-complete, target tracking and cost gap closure. All about you We value passion and attitude as much as experience. Here what we think will help you succeed and grow in this role: University degree in Business Administration, Finance or Accounting preferred Relevant experience in controller role in an industrial environment Strong computer skills combined with excellent communication skills in both French & English ERP - SAP is a PLUS Things you’ll enjoy in this role and working at ALSTOM Enjoy stability throughout your journey with us as the rail industry is here to stay Grow and develop new skills through award-winning learning Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions Benefit from a fair compensation package that includes a comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension) on Day 1 You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Important to note As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
What you’ll do
The Work Package Controller will monitor the financial performance of complex engineering projects, including cost tracking, variance analysis, and risk mitigation. They will act as the primary interface between engineering and operations to ensure accurate financial reporting and cost optimization.
Requirements
Candidates should possess a university degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Accounting, along with relevant experience in an industrial controller role. Proficiency in SAP and strong communication skills in both English and French are required.
Benefits
• Life insurance • Medical insurance • Pension plan • Professional development
Listed skills
- CommunicationPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Financial management
- Cost control
- Project controlling
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- EAC reconciliation
- Variance analysis
- Risk mitigation
- SAP
- Industrial controlling
- Procurement
- Data integrity
- Communication
- Bidding processes
- Cost Control
- Financial Controls
- Workplace Inclusivity
- Project Controls
- Variance Analysis
- Risk Mitigation
- Accounting
- Reconciliation
- Bidding
- Financial Forecasting
- Business Administration
- Internal Controls
- Computer Literacy
- Cost Reduction
- Data Integrity
- English Language
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Finance
- Financial Management
- French Language
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Operations
- Systems Development Life Cycle
- SAP Applications
- Transport Networks
- Work Breakdown Structure
- Web Processing Service
Job areas
- Finance & Accounting
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Management & Leadership
- Packager
- Cost Accountant
- Accountants
- Accountants and Auditors
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
