Cost Controller – EPCM Projects

Type of position: Regular

Your future role on our team

As a Cost Controller, you’ll play a critical role in the successful delivery of major engineering, procurement and construction management (EPCM) projects. Working closely with project managers, planners and clients, you’ll help ensure financial transparency, cost efficiency and control across all project phases.

With us, you’ll get the opportunity to

• Develop and maintain cost control systems to monitor budget performance across engineering, procurement and construction workstreams
• Collaborate with project teams to establish and manage cost baselines, forecasts and change management processes
• Support project estimates, cost risk analysis, cash flow modelling and financial reporting
• Track actual vs. budgeted costs, identify variances and proactively recommend corrective actions
• Coordinate with procurement and contract administration to track committed costs and invoice progress
• Produce periodic cost reports tailored to client and project needs, including earned value management when applicable
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of cost engineering and control practices at BBA.

Do your qualities and values match our corporate culture?

• Results-driven
• Thirst to learn and excel
• Willingness to work together while having fun
• Constantly seeking sustainable and agile solutions
• Efficient, both at the office and the work site
• Rigorous and ethical.
  

Summary of certifications and job requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance or a related field
• More than five years of relevant experience in cost control on EPCM or capital projects
• Solid knowledge of project control principles, project life cycles and industry best practices
• Proficiency in cost-control software and tools (e.g., Excel, Prism, EcoSys, SAP or similar)
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
• Bilingual (French/English)
• Asset: experience carrying out these functions on projects in the mining, energy or heavy industry sectors
• Asset: experience carrying out these functions on international projects
  

An overview of BBA’s total rewards

• Annual premium program for regular employees
• Group insurance plan from the first day of employment
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Annual paid time off (PTO)
• Statutory holidays
• Premium for employee referrals

BBA considers many factors when determining the annual base salary, including location, market, education, relevant and demonstrated work experience, technical assessment, qualifications, certifications and other relevant skills.

At BBA, you get many benefits

• A corporate culture that values expertise
• Participation in innovation projects
• Promotion of our experts (SMEs), both externally and internally
• A flexible schedule that combines office presence and working from home
• A caring environment where everyone’s ideas are listened to and there’s no perception of hierarchy
• Opportunity to mentor our next generation: We invest in our people and help them develop
• A growing business with many opportunities.

About BBA

BBA is one of Canada’s leading private consulting engineering firms, with over 45 years of experience serving the energy and natural resources industry.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Their passion and excellence have earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Best Employers and Best Managed Companies, and we’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels empowered to grow, lead and be themselves.

Our teams bring together engineering, environmental and commissioning expertise to deliver practical, innovative and sustainable solutions—from strategy to execution. With 20 offices across Canada, the U.S. and Latin America, we combine local presence with international reach, offering clients close collaboration and field-ready support.

Learn more about our culture and projects on LinkedIn or connect with our talent team.