Costing Manager

PCL Construction

. Provide practical Cost Management guidance and project support across project types, contract models, delivery methods, and construction approaches .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeEdmonton • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates extensive experience in Cost Management, including project budgeting, cost structures, and forecasting, while effectively coaching and collaborating with project teams. Proficient in translating operational needs into system requirements and driving continuous improvement in Cost Management practices.

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Cost ManagementProject BudgetingChange ManagementCoaching and TrainingAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Cost StructuresCost CodesForecastingCost ReportingProject ControlsAccounting PrinciplesLabor Cost ReportsDigital WorkflowsSystem TestingContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

CommunicationRelationship ManagementOrganizationDecision-MakingFacilitation

Certifications & Qualifications

Gold Seal Certification

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementProject ManagementContract ModelsOperational SupportStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide practical Cost Management guidance and project support across project types, contract models, delivery methods, and construction approaches
Help teams establish cost structures, budgets, cost codes, forecasts, commitments, crew rates, and change-management practices
Review Labor Cost Reports and Project Cost and Forecast reports to identify gaps, error risks, and improvement opportunities
Support risk and opportunity management and connect risks, forecasts, and project decisions
Coach project managers, coordinators, engineers, superintendents, and other project team members
Design and deliver one-to-one coaching, workshops, group sessions, and virtual training events
Turn experienced builders' judgment into practical guidance, resources, examples, and decision support
Provide operational input into the development and improvement of PM4+ Cost Management
Translate frontline needs and user feedback into system requirements and practical improvements
Participate in testing, validation, implementation, adoption, and continuous improvement of Cost Management tools, reports, workflows, and enhancements
Support responsible use of approved digital and AI-enabled capabilities
Maintain feedback loops with project and district teams
Help standardize Cost Management workflows, documentation, business guides, data, and metrics
Build service-focused relationships across operations, ICS, Finance, Business Technology, Professional Development, and other stakeholders
Identify recurring issues and emerging needs, recommend improvements, and coordinate or escalate matters
Travel to districts, offices, and project locations as required for operational support, consultation, and training

Requirements

What you’ll need

8–10 years of progressive construction, project management, or project cost-management experience preferred
Candidates with comparable depth of operational experience are encouraged to apply
Post-secondary education or training in construction management, engineering, business, accounting, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong working knowledge of project budgeting, cost structures, cost codes, forecasting, cost reporting, project controls, accounting principles, and change management
Experience supporting costing requirements for lump sum, cost-plus, unit-price, joint venture, or self-perform work
Experience across multiple contract models or construction approaches is an asset
Hands-on experience reviewing Labor Cost Reports and Project Cost and Forecast information and translating findings into practical actions
Ability to distinguish between a process issue, learning gap, data-quality concern, and technology opportunity, and recommend an appropriate response
Demonstrated ability to coach, train, collaborate, and influence project teams and stakeholders without relying on positional authority
Strong analytical, problem-solving, facilitation, relationship-management, communication, organization, and decision-making skills
Ability to balance consistency and governance with practical flexibility for project, contract, and district needs
Experience contributing to system testing, implementation, adoption, digital workflows, or continuous improvement is an asset
For Canada-based candidates, Gold Seal certification is an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
100% employee-owned company