Project Controls Manager

Brewster Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Join inclusive, global team

Free access to Pursuit attractions; 50

Hotel, dining and retail discounts

Mental health and wellness resources

Job summary

Pursuit is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead design and construction initiatives across hospitality destinations. You will collaborate with PMs, Finance, and Operations to ensure credible schedules, budgets, and risk management from inception to closeout.

Based in Calgary or surrounding locations, you will travel to sites like Jasper, Banff, and Bow Valley to oversee progress and deliver compelling guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design or related field.
• PMP certification is an asset.
• Minimum of 10 years project management experience in design & construction.
• Experience in hospitality industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish scheduling standards and support PMs through feasibility to closeout.
• Review critical paths, milestones, dependencies and recovery plans.
• Maintain Stage-Gate templates and QA/QC checklists.
• Ensure completeness and readiness of key deliverables for approvals.
• Own development reporting and corporate capital forecasts.
• Consolidate budgets, actuals, forecast costs and cash flow with PMs and Finance.
• Explain variances and required decisions to stakeholders.
• Support change orders and time/cost claims review.
• Maintain change/claims registers and negotiate implications.
• Maintain consistent project risk registers with owners and mitigations.

Skills

Schedule management

Client-side PM knowledge

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Architecture

Interior Design

PMP certification (asset)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

SmartSheet

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At Pursuit, we offer more than just a place to visit, we create opportunities for our guests to truly connect with iconic destinations. Our experiences include world-class attractions and distinctive lodges, all designed to highlight the unique beauty of each location. Beyond that, we offer thoughtfully crafted restaurants, retail, and transportation services that help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the friendly faces you’ll find along the way, the thoughtful amenities, and the delightful details that make every visit feel personal and unforgettable.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule management: Establish scheduling standards and support PMs in developing, reviewing and maintaining credible schedules from feasibility through closeout.
• Review critical paths, approval and procurement milestones, dependencies, progress updates and recovery plans.
• Governance and QA/QC: Maintain Stage-Gate requirements, templates and review checklists.
• Check the completeness, consistency and quality of key project deliverables and confirm readiness for approval submissions.
• Portfolio reporting: Own and standardize Development reporting, including corporate capital forecasts.
• Consolidate and validate budgets, commitments, actual costs, forecast final costs, contingency, cash flow and schedule status with PMs and Finance.
• Explain variances and highlight decisions required.
• Change and claims: Support PMs in evaluating change orders and contractor and consultant time and cost claims.
• Review contractual basis, supporting records, pricing and schedule impacts; maintain change and claims registers and provide recommendations for approval or negotiation.
• Project risk management: Establish consistent risk registers with named owners and mitigation actions.
• Facilitate reviews, monitor actions and elevate material risks affecting scope, cost, schedule, approvals or operational readiness.
• Portfolio controls: Maintain an integrated view of project milestones, resource demands and dependencies.
• Identify trends, resource conflicts and emerging risks, and recommend actions to the Sr. Director and PMs.
• Business Case: Prepare and coordinate submissions across Development, Finance and Operations.
• Align scope, estimates, schedule, risks, delivery assumptions and financial inputs; challenge gaps and confirm estimate accuracy and supporting information appropriate to each approval stage.
• Lessons learned: Establish a practical process to capture lessons at key milestones and closeout.
• Translate findings into updated templates, standards and recommendations for current and future projects.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design or a related field PMP certification is an asset.

IDEAL EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management (design & construction) in the built environment, residential, preferably in the hospitality industry. Proven track record of successfully managing projects in the design and construction from inception to completion Familiarity with the end-to-end development projects process. Experience with Budget, Schedule management and reporting structure

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Strong knowledge of client-side project management Exceptional communication skills and team management abilities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Familiarity with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Smart Sheet, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Exceptional power point and presentation skills in addition to creating automated reports Strong in automated sheets and reports Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Report to the Sr. Director, Development Projects and work closely with the projects managers and VP Operations Work closely with the project coordinator in terms of template updates and reporting. Online meetings with consultants, contractors and stakeholders Perform frequent site visits to Jasper, Banff, Waterton and Golden This role can be based in our Calgary, Bow Valley, Banff, Jasper office.

ABOUT US

We’re more than a hospitality and attractions company. We connect people to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences; Our team members included. Thoughtfully united by their unique power to inspire and invigorate, our collection of hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours, and travel products are tied together by iconic, destination-worthy locations in Alaska, Montana, the Canadian Rockies, Reykjavík and Costa Rica. Pursuit is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol PRSU. As a member of the S&P SmallCap 600 index, we specialize in attractions-led hospitality, consistently generating revenue and delivering value to our shareholders.

WHAT WILL YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT BE LIKE?

At Pursuit, our locations are more than just a place to work – it’s a space where you can bring your whole self, collaborate with talented teams across departments, and build lasting friendships. We believe in fostering an environment where work and play coexist, so whether you’re tackling projects or enjoying our many perks, you’ll feel supported and valued. With a variety of great benefits, we’re committed to ensuring that your time with us is as fulfilling as it is fun. Our team shares a passion for adventure and an authentic desire to play host to the world. We are united by our connection to the people and places we’re lucky to call home. Our workforce is diverse. Our team members come here to embrace the extraordinary. To watch the sunrise and set each day in a place that, for many people, exists only in their imagination. To build career experience beside seasoned professionals a community of people who say ‘yes’ to adventure time and time again. To be a part of the #PursuitLife and live each day with purpose, turning moments into memories

PURSUIT PERKS

• Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections
• Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends
• Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail
• Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Information Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the country where the role is located to apply and join our inclusive team! We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted directly.

Pursuit fulfills the dreams of friends, families, and travelers through its one-of-a-kind attractions in the world’s most iconic locations. Everyone here works in service of our guests to create inspiring and unforgettable experiences—from gondola operators in Banff to our support teams in Denver.