Project Controls Director

4 days ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Parsons Full time

Job Summary:

Parsons is seeking a highly experienced Project Control Chief to lead our team in executing a major Progressive Design Build rail and transit project in Canada. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for developing, managing, and executing all phases of the project controls effort, including planning, scheduling, reporting, and cost analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Provide guidance, direction, and specialized assistance to project teams to resolve complex project control problems.
  2. Interface with clients, attend regular meetings, and provide statistical reports to ensure project progress and performance.
  3. Lead a team of Project Control Engineers/Specialists who are qualified to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs and performance against established schedules with critical milestones.
  4. Assess the impact of design/construction changes and schedule slippages on project timelines and budgets.
  5. Oversee the development and maintenance of a comprehensive system to show the hierarchy of plans and schedules, ensuring project and company management are fully informed.
  6. Coordinate staffing requirements, assign and supervise project work activities, and train personnel to ensure project success.
  7. Complete performance reviews and provide personnel development for assigned employees to enhance their skills and knowledge.
  8. Recommend and oversee the customization of project control systems to meet specific project requirements, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency.
  9. Create statistical reports for management on a recurring or one-of-a-kind basis to inform project decisions.
  10. Participate in business development efforts by gathering and presenting background data to support project proposals.
  11. May be required to make informal or formal presentations to stakeholders to communicate project progress and results.

Requirements:

  1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field).
  2. 15+ years of related project controls management experience, including supervisory/managerial experience in complex design/construction heavy civil projects.
  3. Basic engineering knowledge and understanding.
  4. Experience working in large integrated joint venture infrastructure projects, with a minimum project value of $1 billion.
  5. Proficient PC skills, including proficiency in Project Controls Software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Solid understanding of Primavera P6 system.

Benefits:

Parsons offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, vision, dental, employer-paid provincial care premiums, Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA), Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), life insurance, paid time off, sick leave, all province-observed holidays off, and gym membership discounts.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace. We value our employees' wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities for career advancement.



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