At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage project budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics to drive success.
- Company: Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad with a focus on safety and progress.
- Benefits: Flexible benefits, competitive pension plans, and annual fitness subsidies.
- Other info: Opportunities for training, development, and career advancement in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a diverse team making a real impact in connecting communities.
- Qualifications: Post-secondary education and 5 years of experience in finance or project management.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: The Specialist Project Controls is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, monitoring, and reporting Real Estate and Industrial Development performance metrics. Supports revenue, capital, and expense targets through project tracking, financial analysis, reporting, data management, and account reconciliation.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Monitor project, revenue, and agreement performance against budgets and forecasts
- Identify, analyze, and report variances to targets and objectives
- Support development of project budgets, schedules, and revenue plans
- Maintain clear and accurate forecast and performance reporting
- Manage SAP and BPC data entry and provide timely reporting support
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual account reconciliations
- Promote best practices in project controls, monitoring, and reporting
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Post-secondary education in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or Project Management is considered a strong asset
- Minimum 5 years of combined experience in one or more of the following areas: financial planning, accounting, engineering, project management, project controls, construction, and railway operations
- Strong negotiation and conflict management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and align on common objectives
- Knowledge of financial analysis, including investment returns, commercial terms, operating margins, accounting reconciliation, and investment evaluation
- Proficiency in SAP, BPC, and Excel, including accurate data entry, data queries, and analysis of large data sets
- Experience with project scoping, planning, estimating, scheduling, budgeting, and portfolio execution
- Ability to set priorities, manage deadlines, and deliver work efficiently and effectively in a dynamic environment
WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:
- Flexible and competitive benefits package
- Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
- Employee share purchase plan
- Performance incentive plan
- Annual fitness subsidy
- Part-time studies program
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
- Criminal history check
- Education verification
- Professional references
CULTURE OF INCLUSION: For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants, CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
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At CPKC, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. As a Technology Solutions Architect, you will have the opportunity to lead transformative projects while working alongside talented professionals in a supportive environment that prioritizes employee growth and development. Located at the heart of North America's technological advancements, CPKC offers competitive benefits and a commitment to enhancing your career through continuous learning and impactful contributions.
