Cost and Schedule Controller

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

Job Roles And Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Program Manager to understand program execution plan and transition into an integrated, resource-loaded schedule
• Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) and Cost Accounts (CCN)
• Establish and maintain the Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB)
• Maintain the PMB with the incorporation of any Approval Change of Scope (CSPs).
• Monitor and forecast customer and supplier milestones
• Conduct program procurement assessment
• Conduct program risk assessment
• Maintain and monitor detailed Costs/Schedules (C/S) on a regular basis (weekly, monthly, and quarterly).
• Establish new forecasts and Estimates at Completion (EAC) on a regular basis (monthly).
• Provide detailed C/S variance analysis and C/S performance indexes from the Earned Value application principles.
• Identify potential problem areas and support any corrective actions, when required.
• Support front-end-of-the-business through cost estimation and pricing projects.
• Provide reliable planning, scheduling, financial, performance measurement and risk mitigation services to company’s stakeholders in order to achieve optimal profitability.
• Alert program managers and senior management about potential issues ahead of execution based on trends and propose corrective actions.
  
  

Job Education And Experience

• Graduate in Business, Engineering, Finance, Accounting or Mathematics
• Minimum 2+ years of industry experience in a planner/scheduler role or equivalent.
• In-depth knowledge of Earned Value Management, project performance reporting and articulately explain variances and propose corrective actions
• Strong understanding of PMBOK principles from PMI or Total Cost Management of AACE.
• Certified Scheduling Technician (CST) from AACE or CAPM (PMI) accreditation is desirable.
• General knowledge of contract terms & conditions and their relation to project accounting and planning.
• General knowledge of accounting and financial principles.
• Working experience of Microsoft Project or other scheduling tools, Risk tools, MS Excel, and ERP system
  
  

We’re a dream team of purpose-driven, collaborative and passionate people, and we are constantly looking for others to join #TeamMDA to ignite new and innovative approaches to problem-solving that push us forward to improve life on and above Earth. If you’re excited to expand our place in space and driven to inspire the next generation, we’ll take you there.

We have entered a new era of exploration and development, and MDA welcomes all who yearn to suit up and be part of it. An equal opportunity employer prizing diversity, integrity and collaboration, we are committed to growing MDA’s and Canada’s leadership in this next golden age.

MDA provides competitive compensation and benefits packages for its employees at all locations. As a team member of MDA, you and your qualified dependents are eligible to participate in a benefit plan that ensures a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including; extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

MDA is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us.

Salary

The compensation range for this position is $70,000 - $85,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate

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