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The role involves cost forecasting, budget control, financial reporting, and coordination with project, commercial, and procurement teams to identify risks and improve cost efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.\nDuties\nChampions “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers.\nEnsures that “Constructing with Integrity” is delivered by working with honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work. \nDevelop and maintain the project budget, cost breakdown structure (CBS), and cost control procedures.\nMonitor actual project costs against budgets and identify variances.\nDetermine whether entitlement exists for a change.\nPrepare periodic cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and earned value analyses.\nReview and validate subcontractor payment applications and progress claims.\nCoordinate with planning/scheduling teams to align cost data with project schedules.\nTrack commitments, expenditures, and variations/change orders.\nAnalyze cost trends and recommend corrective actions to prevent cost overruns.\nSupport contract administration, including claims analysis and change management.\nParticipate in value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.\nEnsure accurate cost records and documentation for audits and project close-out.\nProvide cost advice to project management and senior leadership.\nAssist in the preparation of final accounts and project financial closeout.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.\n\nMinimum 2 years of experience in cost control or project controls within the construction industry.\n\nProven experience in managing costs for large-scale construction projects (residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure).\nStrong understanding of construction contracts (FIDIC or equivalent).\nStrong understanding of all construction documents and how they interface.\n\nStrong knowledge of cost control principles, budgeting, and financial forecasting.\nProficiency in cost control and project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, ERP systems).\nAdvanced Excel and financial analysis skills.\nExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting abilities.\nStrong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.\nHigh attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.\nKnowledge and use of CMiC preferred.\n\nThe full salaary range for this position is $130,000 to $170,000. 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