Position Title:  Lead, Project Controls

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a North American 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 Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Accessibility 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!

Position Overview

Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the Lead Project Controls Specialist is responsible for overseeing all aspects of project controls on complex projects, ensuring cost, schedule, and risk management processes are implemented effectively. This role provides leadership to junior team members, drives continuous improvement, and ensures alignment with Aecon’s standards and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Oversight

• Complete all roles and responsibilities expected of a Senior Project Controls Specialist.
• Lead project set-up activities, including establishing the WBS and control accounts, reconciling bids to awards, and setting cost and schedule baselines.
• Lead meetings to communicate project performance status to the wider project team.
• Provide coaching and hands-on training to junior team members, adapting teaching styles to suit the audience.
• Provide oversight and guidance to direct reports.
• Contribute to Lessons Learned and ensure implementation of Best Practices.
• Provide input into the continuous improvement of Aecon’s Project Controls policies and guidelines.

Risk & Change Management

• Oversee risk assessments and provide inputs into impact calculations for cost, schedule, quality, and safety.
• Support development and maintenance of risk registers and quantitative risk analysis.
• Ensure integration of risk analysis results into project forecasts.

Performance & Reporting

• Drive the preparation of project performance reports, dashboards, and KPIs for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of cost and schedule performance, including Earned Value Management metrics.
• Facilitate variance analysis and corrective action planning.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process optimization and contribute to Aecon’s Project Controls best practices.
• Champion data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics and visualization tools.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Project Controls, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, SAP, and MS Office; experience with BI tools is an asset.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills.
• Expertise in cost control, scheduling, risk management, and Earned Value Management.
• Due to the nature of work conducted by Aecon, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.

Why Aecon?

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs for you and your family.
• Career development through Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through dedicated programs and ERGs.
• A leader in sustainable construction with a strong commitment to minimizing environmental impact.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization.  We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.