Field Cost Analyst

Field Cost Analyst (Contract)
Location: Calgary, Edmonton (AB) | Hybrid
Work model: In-office Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Remote Wednesday and Friday.
Contract duration: Dec 7, 2026 – Dec 6, 2027
Hours: Monday–Friday, core business hours
Pay: Up to $65.00/hour + 4% vacation pay
About the Opportunity
Our client, a leader in energy transportation (crude oil and natural gas gathering and transportation), needs a Field Cost Analyst to start right away. You will join the Core Programs Project Controls team and report to a Supervisor or Team Lead. The team supports maintenance projects that last one to two years and range from under $500K to $100MM.
Most of the work is in the office. You will travel occasionally to other offices or project sites in Canada and the US. This is a contingent contract. The final length depends on your performance and on project workload.
What You'll Do
Record, track and maintain all submissions for cost, budget, progress and change.
Use digital LEMS (Labour, Equipment, Material and Services tickets) to review daily field construction costs.
Help contractors set up and use digital LEMS and meet other reporting requirements.
Review and record daily progress and change requests, and report variances from estimates.
Work with the assigned Project Scheduler to review the schedule and progress, and to update the schedule for Change Orders.
Analyze project costs, budgets and LEMS data. Work with fellow Field Cost Analysts and Project Controls Advisors to recommend savings, such as volume and vendor discounts, daily vs. hourly equipment rates, and execution efficiencies.
Work with contractors to confirm correct rates and estimates for reporting.
Work with Inspectors to audit and validate LEMS and quantities, and to keep documentation accurate.
Review invoices to confirm dates and amounts match contract terms. Work in Ecosys, Oracle Cloud and with Accounts Payable to make sure invoices are coded correctly and routed to the right approver.
Prepare scheduled and ad hoc reports for execution teams and partners.
Attend project and contractor update meetings.
Work closely with Project Managers and Project Controls Advisors as an active member of the project matrix team.
Follow all company policies and procedures, and uphold the values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion and High Performance.
What You Bring
Must-haves
A diploma, degree, or related construction or operational training and/or experience.
At least 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Construction experience in cost and schedule controls on multi-discipline projects.
A general understanding of pipeline and terminal operations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong MS Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, etc.).
Experience with MS Office Suite and Oracle or SAP.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, organization, planning and leadership skills.
A collaborative, team- and service-oriented work style.
Nice-to-haves
Industrial construction experience and experience with the Engineering, Procurement, Contracting, Execution and Commissioning phases.
Ecosys experience.
Power BI experience.
Knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) techniques.
Working Conditions
Standard office environment.
Periodic field visits to meet Contractor Controls and Representatives.
Physical requirements include sitting at a computer for long periods, typing, repetitive motion, standing, kneeling, reaching above the shoulder and light-to-moderate lifting (up to 20 lbs). You also need to be able to see screens, detect colour coding, read fine print and hear.
Use AI for Hiring: Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications.
Why Kelly?
At Kelly®, we’re committed to finding rewarding opportunities that help you thrive—both professionally and personally. We partner with leading organizations across industries, connecting talented individuals to roles that fit their skills, interests, and goals. As part of the Kelly team, you’ll have access to a diverse network, ongoing career support, and resources to help you succeed. We value inclusion, respect, and work-life balance, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. Join us and discover what’s next for your career!