Top Benefits
About the role
Job ID: 25006
Closing Date: June 13, 2025
Location: King City, ON
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Cost Control Supervisor. This is an in-office position, based in King City, Ontario.
POSITION OVERVIEW
- Will assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of all aspects of project controls for assigned projects, as well as provide administrative support for project tracking to generate invoices for services delivered.
- This position works closely with the project team to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and cost controls.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare reports from business systems on a regular basis.
- Manage and update cost control tools and coding for projects utilizing standard systems (e.g., MS Office).
- Monitor project cost performance to provide a transparent assessment of critical project metrics, and report findings to Management.
- Manage scope changes by maintaining the scope change database and compare trends and scope changes against the control budget.
- Liaise with a variety of stakeholders on a day-to-day basis including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Project Managers, Managers and Clients to reconcile cost and commercial activities.
- Prepare and submit monthly revenue forecasts based on actuals and projections.
- Assist with internal monthly project reviews and reports.
- Assist with the creation, implementation and maintenance of Project Control Procedures and Processes, with a focus on cost control.
QUALIFICATIONS
- College or University graduate, preferably in Business, Project Management or Office Administration.
- Minimum two years’ experience in project billing and administration and/or financial management, preferably in the construction industry.
- Proficient in MS Office, with advanced working knowledge of Excel.
- Quality focused with strong attention to detail, while maintaining a “whole project” perspective.
- Strong communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal.
- Adaptable to a flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills.
- Organized, comfortable with multi-tasking, and willing to take on new challenges.
- Team player.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary
Group benefit Plan (Health, Dental, Life insurance)
2 weeks' vacation plus Christmas shut down
Open to Canadian residents only.
Somerville is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities in which we operate. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Somerville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status. Somerville is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process and to providing an accessible employment environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at inquiries@rbsomerville.com so that suitable accommodations can be arranged.
We thank all interested applicants. However only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Robert B. Somerville Co. Limited
Robert B. Somerville provides a comprehensive and fully integrated range of infrastructure services across Canada.
We plan, build and maintain oil and gas pipelines, power and other utilities systems and related facilities. Renewable and sustainable energy projects are an important and growing part of our business.
Somerville clients include many of Canada's major utilities and municipalities. We often work in partnership with other infrastructure builders and in extended enterprise mode with our clients.
Top Benefits
About the role
Job ID: 25006
Closing Date: June 13, 2025
Location: King City, ON
The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Cost Control Supervisor. This is an in-office position, based in King City, Ontario.
POSITION OVERVIEW
- Will assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of all aspects of project controls for assigned projects, as well as provide administrative support for project tracking to generate invoices for services delivered.
- This position works closely with the project team to ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and cost controls.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepare reports from business systems on a regular basis.
- Manage and update cost control tools and coding for projects utilizing standard systems (e.g., MS Office).
- Monitor project cost performance to provide a transparent assessment of critical project metrics, and report findings to Management.
- Manage scope changes by maintaining the scope change database and compare trends and scope changes against the control budget.
- Liaise with a variety of stakeholders on a day-to-day basis including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Project Managers, Managers and Clients to reconcile cost and commercial activities.
- Prepare and submit monthly revenue forecasts based on actuals and projections.
- Assist with internal monthly project reviews and reports.
- Assist with the creation, implementation and maintenance of Project Control Procedures and Processes, with a focus on cost control.
QUALIFICATIONS
- College or University graduate, preferably in Business, Project Management or Office Administration.
- Minimum two years’ experience in project billing and administration and/or financial management, preferably in the construction industry.
- Proficient in MS Office, with advanced working knowledge of Excel.
- Quality focused with strong attention to detail, while maintaining a “whole project” perspective.
- Strong communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal.
- Adaptable to a flexible work schedule when required to meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills.
- Organized, comfortable with multi-tasking, and willing to take on new challenges.
- Team player.
What we offer:
Competitive Salary
Group benefit Plan (Health, Dental, Life insurance)
2 weeks' vacation plus Christmas shut down
Open to Canadian residents only.
Somerville is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the diverse communities in which we operate. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Somerville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected status. Somerville is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process and to providing an accessible employment environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at inquiries@rbsomerville.com so that suitable accommodations can be arranged.
We thank all interested applicants. However only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
About Robert B. Somerville Co. Limited
Robert B. Somerville provides a comprehensive and fully integrated range of infrastructure services across Canada.
We plan, build and maintain oil and gas pipelines, power and other utilities systems and related facilities. Renewable and sustainable energy projects are an important and growing part of our business.
Somerville clients include many of Canada's major utilities and municipalities. We often work in partnership with other infrastructure builders and in extended enterprise mode with our clients.