Senior Manager Project Controls

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Aecon Group Inc.
North American construction and infrastructure development company delivering civil, transport, nuclear, utility and industrial projects.
Lead project controls, cost, schedule, risk for large infrastructure projects.
5 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Hybrid
Company Size
9,427 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
General Contractor
Property Development
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Nuclear
Civil
Industrial
Urban Transportation
Utility
Electrical Transmission and Distribution
Renewables
Pipeline Distribution
Role
What you would be doing
earned value
risk management
change management
baseline setting
performance metrics
client partnership
  • Assist risk owners in establishing, implementing and tracking mitigating actions and contingency plans.
  • Lead a team of Project Controls staff specializing in planning, scheduling, cost control, change management and risk management.
  • Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
  • Support Project Managers in tracking overall project health; establish and maintain communication plan to ensure accurate and timely flow of information.
  • Provide input into the continuous improvement of Aecon’s Project Controls policies and guidelines.
  • Lead the development of project-specific Project Controls plans, documenting processes and procedures to be followed on the project.
  • Overall responsibility for project’s compliance to Aecon’s Project Controls standards and applicable contract documents.
  • Implement and maintain an Earned Value Management plan to measure project performance, identify variances, and inform accurate forecasting.
  • Establish and maintain strong partnerships with client counterparts and joint venture stakeholders (where applicable).
  • Lead meetings focused on communicating project performance status to the wider project team.
  • Establish and maintain the project’s integrated Project Controls systems, oversee the setting of the cost and schedule baseline.
  • Participate in project-level resource planning, utilization analysis and resource leveling; manage and maintain Project Controls staffing plan forecasts.
  • Provide commercial and technical expertise to support proposal development and provide commercial input into contractually defined project control requirements.
  • Lead the development and implementation of a project-specific change management plan, ensuring compliance with contract conditions and Aecon’s standards.
  • Ensure adherence to all contract conditions regarding Project Controls requirements, project set-up, monitoring and close-out.
  • Provide support to Commercial and Procurement teams on subcontractor claims assessment, client claims development, negotiations and dispute resolutions.
  • Establish cadence for risk reviews and lead risk review meetings to identify, evaluate and update risks that may have a cost and/or schedule impact.
  • Conduct annual performance reviews and provide constructive feedback; implement performance improvement plans as needed with support from HR.
  • Establish quantitative risk analysis (QRA) cadence; oversee QRA and articulate the results and variance analysis to project leadership.
  • Develop a project specific Risk Management Plan for incorporation into the Project Controls Plan.
  • Oversee analysis and reporting of project performance key metrics (e.g. CPI, SPI, key commodity tracking, etc.); propose corrective actions to maintain performance/productivity; provide timely alerts on adverse trends.
What you bring
sap
primavera
earned value
leadership
bilingual
cost control
  • Proven ability to effectively lead project controls staff.
  • Undergraduate degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of SAP and required project controls software which may include Primavera, Hard Dollar, Accubid.
  • Proven problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability.
  • Strong knowledge of the “Earned Value Management” principles.
  • Proven strong analytical skills.
  • Natural leader and team builder who can build strong relationships quickly.
  • Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or management experience.
  • Proficient in English and French required.
  • 20 years construction industry experience.
  • Ability to produce, read and modify schedules and scheduling curves/reports.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly identify and articulate issues.
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.
  • Detail oriented and customer focused.
  • Proven experience and ability in planning, scheduling, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, estimating and cost control.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
C$9.7B Backlog
Record Project Orders
Signifies a substantial and growing pipeline of construction and infrastructure projects.
C$150M Investment
Utilities Expansion Fund
Strategic financial backing to bolster and expand utilities infrastructure development.
  • From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877.
  • Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works.
  • Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations.
  • Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments.
  • Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development.
  • While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions.
  • Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.
Culture + Values
  • Safety First - Ensuring a safe, healthy work environment and fostering a 'zero injury' culture.
  • Trust and Candour - Conducting ourselves professionally, with candour, respect, and integrity.
  • Passion for Excellence - Being pace-setting and innovative, always striving to find a better way, and doing it right the first time - every time.
  • A People Focused, Learning Culture - Developing the best leaders and realizing the full potential of our people. Learning is core - we never stop trying to improve.
  • Results Oriented - Having a 'do whatever it takes' attitude. Empowered and entrepreneurial operations within a common framework of values, strategies, and key processes.
Environment + Sustainability
30% COâ‚‚ Reduction
COâ‚‚ Emissions Intensity Target
Aims to reduce COâ‚‚ emissions intensity (Scopes 1 & 2) by 30% by 2030 compared to 2020 levels.
59% Revenue from Sustainability
Revenue Linked to Sustainability Projects
59% of 2024 revenue is tied to projects focused on climate change mitigation, energy transition, renewable energy, and water management.
78% Backlog Sustainability
Backlog Linked to Sustainability
78% of the company's backlog is connected to sustainability-related projects, highlighting a strong focus on environmental initiatives.
34% Early Target Achievement
Early Achievement of 2030 Target
Surpassed the 2030 target for Scope 1 & 2 emissions intensity reduction by achieving a 34% cumulative reduction by 2024, relative to revenue.
  • Net‑zero target for Scopes 1, 2 & 3 by 2050
  • 20% cumulative Scope 1 & 2 GHG reduction by end of 2023 (vs 2020)
  • Projects include grid‑scale SMR, nuclear refurbishments, Oneida Energy Storage, Site C hydroelectric, RĂ©seau express mĂ©tropolitain, Surrey Langley SkyTrain
  • Approved science‑based near/long‑term emissions targets; SBTi‑verified net‑zero by 2050
  • Envision‑qualified company; offers employee Envision certification
  • Silver Certification from Progressive Aboriginal Relations; procured $127 M Indigenous goods/services in 2024
Inclusion & Diversity
$275M Procured
Indigenous Procurement
Significant investments in Indigenous goods and services were made in 2023 and 2024.
0.89 Injury Frequency
Safety Metrics
Improved workplace safety with a low Total Recordable Injury Frequency in 2023.
  • Inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan established
  • Silver Certification in Progressive Aboriginal Relations
  • Established three Indigenous‑led joint ventures
  • Expanded Aecon Women in Trades program (added nuclear cohort)
  • Inclusion stated as core value alongside Safety Always, Integrity and Accountability
  • Committed to inclusion through equitable opportunities, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, Women in Trades and Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups
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