Project Controls Manager at Aecon

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can't do it safely, we don't do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We're passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

At Aecon we:

• 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.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement - driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We're always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon holds a Master Construction Contract with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) for completing projects at their Chalk River, Ontario site. This is a dynamic growth opportunity in a fast-paced environment working with an exciting client and site that is rich in history, as it was the location of the first nuclear reactor in Canada. Today, you can be a part of history by joining the nuclear renaissance. 

Reporting to the Senior Director, Project Controls, the Project Controls Manager will be responsible for providing leadership to project controls teams, in support of Aecon's ongoing mega-projects in the Nuclear sector.

What You'll Do Here:

• Overall responsibility for project's compliance to Aecon's Project Controls standards & applicable contract documents
• Establish and maintain the project's integrated Project Controls systems, oversee the setting of the cost & schedule baseline
• Develop a project-specific reporting management plan for incorporation into the Project Controls Plan
• Lead meetings focused on communicating project performance status to the wider project team
• Lead a team of Project Controls staff specializing in planning, scheduling, cost control, change management and risk management
• Support Project Managers in tracking overall project health; establish & 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
• Overee 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
• Implement & maintain an Earned Value Management plan to measure project performance, identify variances, and inform accurate forecasting
• Lead the development of project-specific Project Controls plans, documenting processes and procedures to be followed on the project
• Lead the development & implementation of a project-specific change management plan, ensuring compliance with contract conditions and Aecon's standards
• Provide support to Commercial & Procurement teams on subcontractor claims assessment, client claims development, negotiations & dispute resolutions
• Provide commercial and technical expertise to support proposal development and provide commercial input into contractually defined project control requirements
• Participate in project-level resource planning, utilization analysis & resource leveling; manage & maintain Project Controls staffing plan forecasts
• Lead project-level recruitment efforts for new Project Controls resources; communicate resource needs with senior leadership
• Develop a project-specific Risk Management Plan for incorporation into the Project Controls Plan
• Lead the development of the risk register, and summary risk reports to ensure compliance with the standards and procedures
• Establish cadence for risk reviews & lead risk review meetings to identify, evaluate & update risks that may have a cost and/or schedule impact
• Assist risk owners in establishing, implementing & tracking mitigating actions & contingency plans
• Establish quantitative risk analysis (QRA) cadence; oversee QRA and articulate the results & variance analysis to project leadership
• Ensure adherence to all contract conditions regarding Project Controls requirements, project set-up, monitoring & close-out
• Establish & maintain strong partnerships with client counterparts & joint venture stakeholders (where applicable)
• Provide feedback & guidance to direct reports for annual goal setting; support in the establishment of individual career development plans and in identifying training & professional development opportunities
• Conduct annual performance reviews (with mid-year check-ins) & provide constructive feedback; implement performance improvement plans as needed with support from Human Resources
• Create, promote, and maintain a safe, open & respectful workplace culture and environment

What You Bring to the Team:

• 10-15 years of related experience.
• Demonstrated Analytical & Adaptive Thinking.
• Quantitative, Engineering or Construction Management Post-Secondary Degree.
• Strong Team Collaboration Skills.
• Detail Oriented Approach, Focused on Quality.
• Strong Verbal & Written Communication Skills.
• Agility & Flexibility in a Dynamic Environment.
• Innovative Problem-Solving Skills.
• Project Controls Ambassador.
• EPC Contractor (Self-Perform) Experience.
• Construction Field Experience.
• Mega-project or Portfolio Projects Experience.
• Demonstrated Project Controls Technical Knowledge (e.g. via PMI or AACE Certification).
• Stakeholder Management Experience.
• Strategic Orientation.
• Consensus Building Experience.
• Claims Avoidance and/or Claims Negotiation Experience.
• Leadership Experience in High-Performing Teams.
• Microsoft Excel Expertise.
• Primavera P6 Expertise.
• ERP Systems Expertise (e.g. SAP, Oracle, JDE).
• Cost Management or Estimating Systems Expertise (e.g. Hard Dollar, EcoSys, Prism).
• Due to the nature of the work, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.
• Our background check process includes a full security check and clearance process as well as reference checks. The security clearance process includes a comprehensive list of previous residences, employment, education and other pertinent information. Those with a valid Bruce Power security clearance are strongly preferred.

Reason for Vacancy: New

Pay Range: $139,000 - $189,000 

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

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. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon's AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.