Aecon Group Inc.

Project Controls Manager

Aecon Group Inc.

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Calgary • Canada

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About the role

  • Provides support to project controls, procurement, commercial, and construction teams to ensure controls systems are properly implemented and utilized on the project.
  • Participates in developing, establishing, and maintaining project cost/control systems.
  • Assists with evaluating and documenting processes and procedures related to cost controls to be followed by project teams.
  • Provides input on an ongoing basis for improvements/modifications to Aecon’s project controls policy & guidelines.
  • Develops and implements processes, cadence and requirements for cost recording, progress claiming plans, forecasting and reporting.
  • Responsible for setting-up and implementation of project cost systems (cost codes, job cost processing procedures, project rules of credit).
  • Develops, or assists in the development of, quantity detailed quantity trackers and manpower utilization plans and actuals for discipline or specialty activities bases for the assumptions.
  • Plans, coordinates, and directs/performs the preparation of specific budgets, codes of accounts and recommends appropriate modifications and revisions as project progresses.
  • Identifies or defines data sources and techniques for data acquisition and collects required data for a specific discipline or other specialty applications.
  • Performs data analysis, performance monitoring, control functions and reforecasts as well as problem identification, and makes recommendations for improvement.
  • Responsible for required project status reports for internal management and for the customer, including the overall project Dashboard, project performance reports (Earned Value, SPI, CPI, etc.).
  • Performs, or coordinates the performance of, pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances within a discipline or other specialty.
  • Ensures all the contract conditions (invoicing, reporting, change management, etc.) are applied and fulfilled for project set-up, project tracking and reporting, and project closeout.
  • Assists with contract management and payments.
  • Supports project change management, including subcontractor claims, change requests, claims and dispute resolution as well as the incorporation of approved and forecast changes in the project controls systems.
  • Supports in risk management activities, actively identifying threads and opportunities, developing and implementing risk treatment strategies, monitoring, control and reporting.
  • Creates and maintains a culture and environment that is open and respectful.
  • Supervises, coaches, develops and mentors cost controls personnel (i.e. Project Controls Specialist, Lead, Cost Controller).
  • Acts as a key partner to Project Managers, Operations teams and Senior Leadership.
  • Communicates with external clients, partners, vendors and subcontractors as required.

Requirements

  • 5-10 years minimum of Project Control experience in construction.
  • Knowledge of financial reporting systems and controller account codes and an understanding of Controller instructions, which impact Project Controls (including Project Financial Status Reports and Earned Revenue Determination Data).
  • Accreditation from PMI, AACEI or CIQS is an asset.
  • College and/or University degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Strong knowledge of Project Management and Cost Controls principles, "Earned Value" P6 experience is an asset.
  • Ability to produce, read and manipulate schedules and scheduling curves/reports an asset.
  • Experience with Hard Dollar/InEight and SAP ERP systems is an asset.
  • Intermediate to expert proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  • Organizational skills to handle multiple tasks within a high-pressure worksite environment.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • A problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability.
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.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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Certifications
PMIAACEICIQS