Project Controls Director

AtkinsRéalis; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Controls Director to oversee major engineering projects. This role involves leading project controls strategy, managing teams, and ensuring effective communication with clients and partners. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project cost and schedule control, particularly in the nuclear sector. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to engineering a better future for communities worldwide. With a focus on work-life balance and professional development, this opportunity offers a competitive pay package and a chance to make a real impact.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Employee share plan

Pension

Learning and development opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 15+ years of project cost and schedule control experience.
• Experience leading teams in project controls roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead Project Controls strategy.
• Manage project controls teams and ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Project Cost Control

Schedule Control

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

MS Office

Primavera P6

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Are you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities worldwide? Are you seeking to join an inclusive and diverse team that you can truly count on? You’ve come to the right place!

Come join us in reshaping the future with AtkinsRéalis. AtkinsRéalis is dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

AtkinsRéalis is one of Canada's largest private sector nuclear engineering groups. We have been providing a wide range of services to the nuclear industry in Canada and around the world for more than 60 years. We are proud to be the steward of Canadian CANDU nuclear technology.

Location – Mississauga, ON

Your Role Within The Team

• Oversee and lead Project Controls strategy.
• Participate in developing, enhancing, and adhering to project controls processes and procedures.
• Develop and lead Project Controls strategy for the project and Joint Venture.
• Ensure Joint Venture partners are kept informed through reporting and status updates.
• Manage the project controls teams for smooth operation.
• Identify and resolve issues, variances, and develop corrective actions.
• Report to a Project Director.
• Create team strategies and lead a team of Planners and Cost controllers, including performance evaluations.
• Client interface regarding the project.

Why choose AtkinsRéalis as an employer?

• Opportunity to work on major projects for diverse clients.
• Work-life balance in an exciting environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive pay, benefits, employee share plan, and pension.
• Focus on health and safety.

The Ideal Candidate

• Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in senior project controls roles, preferably in nuclear.
• 15+ years of project cost and schedule control experience, with 5-10 years leading teams.
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel; knowledge of Primavera P6 is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project management techniques, including PMBOK, critical path method, earned value, and complex reporting.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and build relationships with clients and partners.
• Leadership skills to mentor staff and lead teams.

Are you up for this challenge? Apply today and help engineer a better future for our planet and its people.