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Lead development of early-stage benchmark estimates based on idea-level information.
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Refine estimates and budgets through each stage of the project lifecycle (Concept, Planning, Execution, Closeout).
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Establish and maintain S-curves, earned value metrics, and forecasting models.
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Track and analyze plan vs. actuals and proactively identify variances and trends.
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Provide actionable insights to Project Managers, Delivery Leads, and Portfolio Owners to support financial health and predictability.
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Create, refine, and maintain templates for estimating, budgeting, and forecasting in Excel. Partner with the PMO and IT Finance teams to ensure consistency and alignment with financial planning cycles and reporting standards.
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Contribute to the evolution of the IT Project Controls practice by bringing best practices, tools, and approaches to the organization.
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Advanced Excel skills (must be able to build dynamic models, use complex formulas, pivot tables, lookup functions, and visualizations)
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Deep expertise in IT project estimating from ideation through delivery; this must be a core specialization, not incidental to another role
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Strong working knowledge of IFRS, especially around capital vs. operating expense classification in IT projects
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Solid understanding of AFUDC (Allowance for Funds Used During Construction) and its application in capital project planning
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Experience producing S-curves, earned value analysis, and financial forecasting models; Understanding of project lifecycles, including SDLC and Agile/hybrid delivery models
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Experience collaborating with project managers, finance teams, and regulatory stakeholders
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Self-starter with the ability to work independently and drive financial discipline across projects
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Excellent communication skills with both technical and executive audiences.
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Competitive salary
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Full-time contract until December 2025
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The opportunity to work at Alberta's biggest utility provider at either their Edmonton or Calgary office
