Project Controls Director overseeing project compliance and performance on major Quebec rail infrastructure. Managing a team and ensuring standard practices in project controls are followed.
Responsibilities
Ensure project compliance with Aecon’s Project Controls standards and contractual requirements.
Establish and maintain integrated Project Controls systems; oversee cost and schedule baseline development.
Lead meetings to communicate project performance status to the wider team.
Manage and mentor a team of Project Controls professionals in planning, scheduling, cost control, change management, and risk management.
Support Project Managers in tracking overall project health; maintain communication plans for timely information flow.
Drive continuous improvement of Aecon’s Project Controls policies and guidelines.
Oversee analysis and reporting of key performance metrics (CPI, SPI, commodity tracking); recommend corrective actions and alert on adverse trends.
Implement and maintain Earned Value Management plans to measure performance and forecast accurately.
Develop project-specific Project Controls plans, including processes and procedures.
Lead development and implementation of change management and risk management plans.
Support Commercial and Procurement teams in claims assessment, negotiations, and dispute resolution.
Provide commercial and technical expertise for proposals and contractual requirements.
Ensure adherence to contract conditions for project setup, monitoring, and close-out.
Build strong partnerships with client counterparts and joint venture stakeholders.
Provide feedback and guidance for team goal setting, career development, and training opportunities.
Conduct annual performance reviews and implement improvement plans as needed.
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Engineering, or equivalent.
20+ years of construction industry experience, including at least 7 years in Project Controls on large-scale projects (heavy civil, infrastructure, industrial) as a Manager or Director.
Strong knowledge of planning, scheduling, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, estimating, and cost control.
Expertise in Earned Value Management principles.
Strong proficiency in Project Controls tools, including: Primavera P6 (mandatory), SAP, Ineight, advanced Excel, Power BI.
Experience across all project phases: engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
Bilingual in French and English is required.
Must be local to Quebec City or willing to relocate.
Benefits
Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
Are a leader in sustainable construction.
With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.
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