Project Control Manager

OverviewJoin to apply for the Project Control Manager role at Aecon Group Inc.Aecon is a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive. We lead impactful infrastructure projects in transportation and energy, partnering to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities. What is the Opportunity? Aecon Civil is a market leader with a self-perform competitive advantage and core local strength in key markets. We’re proud of our work helping to expand and improve Canada’s infrastructure and transportation networks, and we’re ready to build the future of our country. We are currently looking for our next Bilingual Project Controls Manager to join our team at our Montreal project office location to support our major projects within our civil east division.ResponsibilitiesProject Controls Systems & Tools: Set project controls guidelines and responsibilities within a business unit or Project Execution Plan, and implement tools and systems necessary to effectively manage, control, and report on earned value management, cashflow, cost, revenue, forecasting and schedule (progress and projection) for projects.Provide guidance to project controls and operations/project management teams to recognize emerging issues, leverage lessons learned and drive toolset/process adoption, ensure accuracy of key project metrics in a timely manner, and adherence to corporate guidelines and best practices.Collaborate with Estimating, Operations and Finance personnel to develop methodologies that will enhance accuracy of project level financial forecasting.Project Setup: Attend and contribute to Handover and Kick-Off meetings; provide project controls input on the commercial, administrative and reporting requirements during project setup; collaborate with Estimating, Operations and Finance in project setup to ensure best practices are followed and project team requirements are set.Scheduling: Oversee scheduling functions to ensure projects meet standards and target completion dates; oversee the management of the progression of the Schedule throughout the project life-cycle; oversee contributions to the Baseline Schedule; manage the administrative procedures relating to Schedule updates; oversee all schedule analysis and forecasting reporting; contribute to all change management scheduling activities.Progress & Cost Tracking: Conduct detailed review and analysis of project performance control and reporting to understand and articulate key metrics and trending; ensure management is provided with timeline review and progress of all projects and activity including monthly project status and forecasting reporting and endorsed corrective actions to maintain project within planned cost and schedule; ensure tracking and forecasting, progress monitoring, cost reporting meet specific project requirements; review and approve all project controls reporting; ensure preparation and updating of project cash flows and forecasting throughout the project life-cycle.Scope & Change Management: Oversee and support project change management, including subcontractor claims, change requests, claims and dispute resolution.Risk Management: Identify commercial risks and develop mitigation measures to ensure project control deliverables; identify opportunities for Project Controls improvement for management review and consideration; develop, update and manage Risk Mitigation Plan; collaborate on commercial Risk Identification and Assessment activities.People Management: Create and maintain a culture that is open and respectful; hire, supervise, coach, develop and mentor project controls personnel (e.g., Project Controls Specialist, Lead, Cost Controller, Planner / Scheduler); communicate with Senior Leadership to ensure adequate resources are provided.Communication: Be a key partner to Estimators, Project Managers, Operations teams and Senior Leadership; communicate with external clients, client groups and partners, vendors and subcontractors as required.QualificationsUndergraduate degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent.10-15 years construction industry experience.Proven experience and ability in planning, scheduling, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, estimating and cost control.Strong knowledge of Earned Value Management principles.Ability to produce, read and modify schedules and scheduling curves/reports.Natural leader and team builder who can build strong relationships quickly; proven ability to effectively lead project controls staff.Proven strong analytical skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly identify and articulate issues; proven problem solver with sound judgment and accountability.Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees; detail oriented and customer focused; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.Knowledge of SAP and required project controls software which may include Primavera, Hard Dollar, Accubid.Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process. #J-18808-Ljbffr