Aecon Group Inc. · 2 days ago
Lead, Project Controls
Aiken, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAecon Group Inc. is a North American leader in infrastructure development, committed to building sustainable projects that benefit future generations. The Lead Project Controls Specialist will oversee project controls on complex projects, providing leadership and ensuring effective cost, schedule, and risk management processes.
Construction
Responsibilities
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
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
Experience with BI tools is an asset
Benefits
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.
Company
Aecon Group Inc.
Aecon Group Inc. (TSX: ARE) is a North American construction and infrastructure development company with global experience.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Jean-Louis Servranckx
President and Chief Executive Officer
Thomas Clochard
Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
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