Top Benefits
About the role
General Information
Job Location
Montreal, QC
Date Published
14-Aug-2025
Department
Administration - Major Projects
Employment Type
Permanent
Role Type
Full-Time
Job Description
Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.
The opportunity of Principal Cost Controller acts as an expert in budgetary monitoring on a broad scope within a large-scale project. Plays a key role in developing financial forecasts, analyzing variances and optimizing control tools. In support of the Manager, it may be required to supervise junior and intermediate cost controllers and ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data transmitted to the project management.
What you will do :
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Be responsible for the dissemination, explanation and monitoring of good compliance with the Consortium’s Management Methods.
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Maintain constant liaison with the Works, Procurement and Accounting teams to ensure that expenses are properly allocated and thus ensure consistent management;
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Prepare the budget summary for its scope. Ensures consistency of budgetary data and assumptions.
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Ensure the reliability of operating results by analysing in particular the amounts to be spent, the quantities implemented, the key ratios and their evolution. Changes in billing differences; operating disputes; equipment; unsettled orders; staff and hourly staff scores; accrued expenses.
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Ensure the proper management of the entity by analysing in particular the monthly financial report; the general expenses of the entity (monitoring of staff, operating costs); taking into account of possible social risks, and environmental; compliance with the framework contracts negotiated by the Purchasing Department; the various discrepancy accounts (material, personnel...).
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Through the controls mentioned above, has a role of vigilance with the Administrative and Financial Director of the Consortium and the Project Management in general.
-
Respond to requests for analyses and summaries from the Project Management in the field of management control.
-
Participate in the management of skills of all teams and lead training on essential points of management and use of information systems.
-
Work with project managers to establish and enter budgets into the system.
This role could be for you if you have :
- 10+ years of experience
- Construction experience is an asset
- Autonomy
- Ability to anticipate and plan priority tasks
- Good listening skills and a spirit of synthesis
Benefits
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RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
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Hybrid work model for corporate roles
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Employee stock ownership program
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Career growth through real development opportunities
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Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
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Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.
About Pomerleau
Pomerleau, whose revenues exceeded $4.8 billion in 2023, is one of the largest construction companies in Canada. It specializes in building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors, undertaking major projects through alternative delivery methods. Equipped with a research and development laboratory, Pomerleau integrates innovations into more than 80% of its projects and works sustainably to build the living environments of tomorrow. It is a family-owned company with human values, recognized as one of the 100 best employers in Canada. As a talent incubator and a trainer for the next generation, we encourage the development and growth of all our team members.
Top Benefits
About the role
General Information
Job Location
Montreal, QC
Date Published
14-Aug-2025
Department
Administration - Major Projects
Employment Type
Permanent
Role Type
Full-Time
Job Description
Ready to build your career? We want to hear from you.
The opportunity of Principal Cost Controller acts as an expert in budgetary monitoring on a broad scope within a large-scale project. Plays a key role in developing financial forecasts, analyzing variances and optimizing control tools. In support of the Manager, it may be required to supervise junior and intermediate cost controllers and ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data transmitted to the project management.
What you will do :
-
Be responsible for the dissemination, explanation and monitoring of good compliance with the Consortium’s Management Methods.
-
Maintain constant liaison with the Works, Procurement and Accounting teams to ensure that expenses are properly allocated and thus ensure consistent management;
-
Prepare the budget summary for its scope. Ensures consistency of budgetary data and assumptions.
-
Ensure the reliability of operating results by analysing in particular the amounts to be spent, the quantities implemented, the key ratios and their evolution. Changes in billing differences; operating disputes; equipment; unsettled orders; staff and hourly staff scores; accrued expenses.
-
Ensure the proper management of the entity by analysing in particular the monthly financial report; the general expenses of the entity (monitoring of staff, operating costs); taking into account of possible social risks, and environmental; compliance with the framework contracts negotiated by the Purchasing Department; the various discrepancy accounts (material, personnel...).
-
Through the controls mentioned above, has a role of vigilance with the Administrative and Financial Director of the Consortium and the Project Management in general.
-
Respond to requests for analyses and summaries from the Project Management in the field of management control.
-
Participate in the management of skills of all teams and lead training on essential points of management and use of information systems.
-
Work with project managers to establish and enter budgets into the system.
This role could be for you if you have :
- 10+ years of experience
- Construction experience is an asset
- Autonomy
- Ability to anticipate and plan priority tasks
- Good listening skills and a spirit of synthesis
Benefits
-
RRSP with up to 5% employer matching
-
Hybrid work model for corporate roles
-
Employee stock ownership program
-
Career growth through real development opportunities
-
Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
-
Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one
For the past four years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.
Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.
About Pomerleau
Pomerleau, whose revenues exceeded $4.8 billion in 2023, is one of the largest construction companies in Canada. It specializes in building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors, undertaking major projects through alternative delivery methods. Equipped with a research and development laboratory, Pomerleau integrates innovations into more than 80% of its projects and works sustainably to build the living environments of tomorrow. It is a family-owned company with human values, recognized as one of the 100 best employers in Canada. As a talent incubator and a trainer for the next generation, we encourage the development and growth of all our team members.