Cost Controls Student - Winter 2027

Job summary

The intern will support the project controls team by managing schedules, costs, and reporting using tools like Primavera P6 and Power BI. They will also assist in document management, procurement tracking, and the standardization of PMO workflows.

Job details

JOB DESCRIPTION OVERVIEW Candu Energy Inc. is a leading full-service nuclear technology company providing nuclear power reactors and nuclear products and services to customers worldwide. Our 1,400 highly skilled employees design and deliver state-of-the-art CANDU® reactors, carry out life extension projects, provide plant life management programs and tools, and offer operation and maintenance services for existing nuclear power stations. We are looking to hire for candidates interested in working on the cost control, accounting and finance planning on a large-scale Engineering project. The Cost control Co-op Student will work with the cost control and reporting team various cost control scopes on a 37.5hrs/week work schedule. Duration: We are currently seeking students available for a Winter 2027 co-op placement. Opportunities are available for students seeking 4, 8, 12, or 16-month work terms, with placements beginning in January 2027. Location: Mississauga, ON. Candu Energy Inc. is a leading full-service nuclear technology company providing nuclear power reactors and nuclear products and services to customers worldwide. Our 1,400 highly skilled employees design and deliver state-of-the-art CANDU® reactors, carry out life extension projects, provide plant life management programs and tools, and offer operation and maintenance services for existing nuclear power stations. We are looking to hire for a 4/8/12/16-month co-op position, for candidates interested in working on the cost control, accounting and finance planning on a large-scale Engineering project. Reporting to Monark project control manager. The Cost control Co-op Student will work with the cost control and reporting team various cost control scopes on a 37.5hrs/week work schedule. Your role * Control project cost accounts, charging codes management. * Set up and maintain WBS in operation systems. * Support preparation of invoices through providing cost support information (via oracle timesheet/vendor invoices/etc.). * Matching invoice to purchase order and verify that contents of invoice are in line with purchase order and commitments, then accurately input invoice to CMMS and initiate the workflow approval of the invoice. * Incurred cost reconciliation and cash flow forecasts. * Prepare Accruals for procurement/subcontractors. * Work with Procurement to help assess procurement and subcontractor progress ad hoc reports and other related duties as required. About you * Engineering student preferred, minimum 3rd year or higher. * Knowledge of Power plant technology and CANDU nuclear generating stations will be beneficial to the position. * Knowledge of Primavera P6 and Oracle 12would be beneficial, but not mandatory. * Working knowledge of regular financial processes, preferably in construction or engineering projects is an asset. * Strong analytical skills. * Familiar with MS Office suite, and in particular expertise with MS Excel, power query, Power BI is required. * Effective problem-solving skills with a results-oriented approach. * Ability to work with staff, build and maintain good working relationships with Project Controls team. * Flexible, ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and time-pressured environment. * Report writing, communication and presentation skills. REWARDS & BENEFITS Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career at AtkinsRéalis in Canada. 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What you’ll do

The intern will support the project controls team by managing schedules, costs, and reporting using tools like Primavera P6 and Power BI. They will also assist in document management, procurement tracking, and the standardization of PMO workflows.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field. Hands-on experience with project controls, governance, and industry-standard tools like P6 and EcoSys is required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Employee recognition
• Flexible benefits
• Training and professional development
• Hybrid working culture
• Generous time-off policies

Listed skills

• Cost Control · Preferred
• Forecasting · Preferred
• Power BI · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Workflow Standardization · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Project controls
• Primavera P6
• Cost control
• Variance analysis
• Forecasting
• Project dashboards
• EcoSys
• Power BI
• Excel
• Document management
• Governance
• Data analysis
• Procurement tracking
• Reporting
• Workflow standardization
• Project Implementation
• Dashboard
• Project Management
• Mentorship
• Workflow Management
• Procurement
• Decision Making
• Construction Management
• Project Schedules
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Data Entry
• Energy Systems
• Project Controls
• Scheduling
• Cost Control
• Primavera (Software)
• Project Performance
• Variance Analysis
• Document Management
• EcoSys (Project Management Software)

Job areas

• Engineering
• Construction
• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Data & Analytics
• Project Controls Intern
• Project Controls Manager
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists

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