Position Title:  Project Controls Lead

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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.

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• Safety First. 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! 

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• 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!

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Controls Lead will be responsible for providing cost controls and scheduling support to the project's Operations team, to ensure that the company's project controls and scheduling systems are properly implemented and utilized. This project will be located in Burnaby.

What You’ll Do Here:

• Leads and oversees cost controls reporting, forecasting and reconciliation of project cost reporting for one project
• Works closely with the Operations team to develop and maintain the project construction schedule across the entire project life cycle
• Assist with the development of the work breakdown structure (WBS), interfacing with Operations and Finance departments as needed
• Create and implement key scheduling requirements such as coding, naming conventions, client requirements management protocol, project calendars and resource loading
• Work with the Operations team to establish progress and quantity tracking processes
• Analyze schedule variances, monitor schedule KPI’s and support resource planning and analysis
• Performs productivity analysis of construction operations and identifies opportunities for improvements
• Prepare required progress reports and dashboards to provide project status updates to the project team and external clients
• Develop and facilitate payment applications to the client
• Collaborate with all cross functional teams to maintain, add, or modify the schedule data and plans

What You Bring to the Team:

• 5+ years planning and cost controls experience in Civil construction projects 
• College or University degree in related field, or equivalent experience
• Extensive knowledge of project planning and scheduling software (Primavera P6)
• Experience with SAP and Hard Dollar is considered an asset
• Proven experience and ability in planning, scheduling and managing complex projects
• Proven problem solver and a team player with sound judgment, who accepts ownership and accountability
• Interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)

The expected salary for this position is $105,000 - $115,000.

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.

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