Manager, Project Controls

WSP in Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada seeks a Manager for Project Controls in Ontario. This position offers leadership in project controls with responsibilities such as developing cost control processes, scheduling projects, and managing risks. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, backed by a relevant degree and significant experience in the industry.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Outstanding career opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in project controls, preferably in the infrastructure or construction industry.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PMI-SP, CCP) are highly desirable.
• Experience within an engineering consulting environment is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement cost control processes and systems to monitor project budgets.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules aligning with overall project timelines.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact project success.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration or related field

Job description

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The Opportunity : Job Description

The Opportunity : Job Description

This position provides project controls leadership and will lead a team of seasoned project controls professionals. Reporting directly to the Director Operations, the Manager Project Controls will provide project controls technical, management and financial leadership.

This position provides operational and project controls leadership for the Bridges, Highways, Roads, Major Projects, Electrical / ITS design services as well as Construction Administration services in Ontario. Working with the Director Operations, the Manager Project Controls is responsible for overseeing and managing the project controls functions for various infrastructure projects. This role requires a highly organized individual with strong leadership and analytical skills to ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.

The candidate should have a demonstrated ability to lead a team of project controls professionals with excellent communication skills both internally with staff and externally with clients. The candidate should also have experience with client interactions and project delivery.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

WeAre WSP

What you can expect to do here :

• Cost Control : Develop and implement cost control processes and systems to monitor project budgets and expenditures.
• Scheduling : Create and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring alignment with overall project timelines and milestones.
• Risk Management : Identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact project success, and develop contingency plans as necessary.
• Quality Assurance : Ensure that all project control practices comply with industry standards and WSP's quality management systems.
• Reporting : Provide regular updates to project managers, stakeholders, and senior management on project financials, schedules, and performance.
• Coordination : Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
• Documentation : Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of project controls, including cost estimates, schedules, and risk assessments.
• Team Leadership : Lead and mentor a team of project control professionals, supporting their development and fostering a collaborative work environment.

What you’ll bring to WSP :

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in project controls, preferably within the infrastructure or construction industry.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, PMI-SP, CCP) are highly desirable.
• Experience within an engineering consulting environment is an asset;
• Strong leadership, communication and customer relationship skills are essential;
• Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and written) with the internal and external clients and stakeholders, and build well-developed teams and positive relationships;
• Excellent technical, interpersonal and teamwork skills

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP :

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note :

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

Professional Services

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