Manager, Project Controls

Aecon Group Inc.; Gävleborgs län; On-site; SEK 945,180 - 1,323,252; Full time

Job summary

Aecon Group Inc. is looking for an experienced Project Controls Manager to oversee cost control and scheduling for construction projects based in the Caribbean. This role involves leading project controls staff, implementing strategies for risk management, and ensuring project data is accurately reported.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction, expertise in Earned Value Management, and excellent leadership skills. A degree in Business or Engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years construction industry experience.
• Proven ability to effectively lead project controls staff.
• Proven strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cost control, scheduling, and risk management for projects.
• Implement Earned Value Management to measure project performance.
• Collaborate with Estimating and Operations for financial forecasting.

Skills

Earned Value Management principles

Leadership and team building

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer focused

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business or Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Primavera

Procore

Aconex

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Controls Manager to oversee cost control, scheduling, risk management, and reporting for large scale construction projects in the Caribbean. This role will be based in the U.S. Virgin Islands and will require a strategic thinker who can manage project cost and schedule performance, drive efficiency, and ensure project data is being reported accurately, on time and within budget.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon’s Civil East sector is a cornerstone of our construction and infrastructure operations, delivering innovative solutions to some of the most complex and impactful projects globally. Renowned for its expertise in heavy civil construction, our Civil East sector specializes in building essential infrastructure that powers economies and enhances communities. Our portfolio features cutting‑edge work on bridges, highways, tunnels, and airports to name a few. In the Caribbean region, we are leveraging our expertise and collaborative approach to deliver world‑class infrastructure projects tailored to meet the unique needs of island communities.

What You’ll Do Here

• Set project controls guidelines and responsibilities for Project Controls Plan, and implement tools and systems necessary to manage effectively and proactively, control, and report on earned value management, cashflow, cost, revenue, forecasting and schedule (progress and projection) for projects.
• Provide guidance to project controls and operations/project management teams to recognize emerging issues, leverage lessons learned and drive toolset/process adoption, ensure accuracy of key project metrics in a timely manner, and adherence to corporate guidelines and best practices.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Operations and Finance personnel to develop methodologies that enhance accuracy of project level financial forecasting.
• Attend and contribute to Estimate Handover and Project Kick‑Off meetings.
• Provide project controls input on the commercial, administrative and reporting requirements during project setup.
• Collaborate with Estimating, Operations and Finance in project setup to ensure best practices are followed and project team requirements are set to fulfill project cost, productivity and reporting expectations.
• Oversee scheduling functions to ensure projects meet standards and target completion dates.
• Oversee the management of the progression of the Schedule throughout the project life‑cycle.
• Oversee all schedule analysis, critical path management, and forecasting reporting.
• Oversee analysis and reporting of project performance key metrics (e.g., CPI, SPI, key commodity tracking); propose corrective actions to maintain performance/productivity; provide timely alerts on adverse trends.
• Implement and maintain an Earned Value Management plan to measure project performance, identify variances, and inform accurate forecasting.
• Ensure management is provided with timeline review and progress of all projects and activity including completion of monthly project status report and forecasting reporting and endorse suggested corrective actions to keep the project within planned cost and schedule.
• Ensure tracking and forecasting, progress monitoring, cost reporting meet specific project requirements.
• Ensure the preparation and updating of project cash flows and forecasting as required throughout the project life‑cycle.
• Identify commercial risks and develop mitigation measures to ensure project control deliverables.
• Identify opportunities for Project Controls improvement for management review and consideration.
• Lead the development of the project risk register and establish regular risk review meetings with key stakeholders to identify, evaluate and update risks that may have a cost and/or schedule impact.
• Collaborate on commercial Risk Identification and Assessment activities.
• Creates and maintains a culture and environment that is open and respectful.
• Hire, supervise, coach, develop and mentor project controls personnel (i.e., Project Controls Specialist, Lead, Cost Controller, Planner / Scheduler).
• Communicate with Senior Leadership to ensure adequate resources are provided.
• Communicate with external clients, client groups and partners, vendors and subcontractors as required.

What You Bring To The Team

• Undergraduate degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years construction industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of the “Earned Value Management” principles.
• Natural leader with good communication skills and team builder who can develop and maintain strong relationships.
• Proven ability to effectively lead project controls staff.
• Proven strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly identify and articulate issues.
• Proven problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability.
• Detail oriented and customer focused.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of SAP and required project controls software which may include Primavera, Hard Dollar, Procore, Aconex or similar.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.