Analyst, Project Controls

Aecon; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility contractor in Toronto seeks a Project Controls Analyst to provide project controls support and assist with implementing project controls systems. Responsibilities include monitoring project performance, developing dashboards, and training staff on change management. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of experience, knowledge of data analytics tools, and a post-secondary education in engineering or commerce. This role promotes an inclusive culture valuing diversity.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of related experience.
• Understanding of cost engineering and cost control.
• Experience developing dashboards, KPIs, and analytics.

Responsibilities

• Provide project controls support to ongoing projects.
• Develop and maintain data, dashboards, KPIs, and predictive analytics.
• Monitor project performance and ensure proper system implementation.

Skills

Data analytics tools (MS Excel, Power Query, SAP, Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate)

Knowledge of Earned Value principles

Strong organizational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of SQL & Python

Education

Post-secondary education in engineering or commerce

Tools

MS Excel

Power BI

SAP

Job description

What is the Opportunity?

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We are Ontario’s premier utility contractor and aim to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider.

Reporting to the Director of Project Controls, the Project Controls Analyst will:

• Provide project controls support to ongoing projects and assist the estimating and construction teams in implementing the project controls system.
• Develop and maintain data, dashboards, KPIs, and predictive analytics for Utilities projects.

What You'll Do Here :

• Participate in establishing and maintaining the company’s project cost control systems.
• Assist in setting up project WBS, cost codes, and baseline budgets.
• Monitor project performance and ensure proper system implementation.
• Train project staff on change management procedures.
• Provide management with project controls reports and analyses.
• Review contracts to ensure compliance with invoicing and reporting requirements.
• Set up and control project structure (WBS) and cost structure (CBS).
• Coordinate between estimating and site teams for system implementation.
• Monitor change management processes on site and ensure proper tracking.
• Ensure staff understand the cost code structure and charge hours correctly.
• Analyze project controls reports and suggest corrective actions.
• Review scheduling and cost reports for project performance.
• Prepare and update project cash flows.
• Supervise and mentor junior Project Controls Analysts.
• Assist in preparing project reports and forecasts.
• Support schedule development and maintenance.
• Promote an inclusive culture that values diversity and career development.

What You Will Bring to the Team :

• Knowledge of Earned Value principles.
• Experience with data analytics tools such as MS Excel, Power Query, SAP, Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate.
• Experience automating data flows and setting up data pipelines is an asset.
• Knowledge of SQL & Python is an asset.
• Experience developing dashboards, KPIs, and analytics.
• Ability to interpret schedules and reports.
• 2 to 3 years of related experience.
• Understanding of cost engineering and cost control.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team skills.
• Willingness to learn and advance technical knowledge.
• Detail-oriented and customer-focused.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Hydro and Utilities experience is a plus.
• Post-secondary education in engineering or commerce.
• Flexible work schedule and willingness to travel.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Champion of inclusion and diversity.