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Aecon Group Inc.

Project Controls Director

Aecon Group Inc., Beaumont, Texas, us, 77726

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Come Build Your Career at Aecon! As a North American leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.

Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.

Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.

Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us!

What is the Opportunity? Aecon is seeking a Project Controls Director to join the Urban Transportations Solutions group to support dynamic, transit projects in North America. We are proud to support projects that are committed to faster and more convenient travel, ultimately improving transportation experiences.

Please note this project is based in Texas and on‑site presence is required.

What You'll Do Here

Overall responsibility for project's compliance to Aecon's Project Controls standards & applicable contract documents.

Establish and maintain the project's integrated Project Controls systems, oversee the setting of the cost & schedule baseline.

Lead meetings focused on communicating project performance status to the wider project team.

Lead a team of Project Controls staff specializing in planning, scheduling, cost control, change management and risk management.

Support Project Managers in tracking overall project health; establish & maintain communication plan to ensure accurate and timely flow of information.

Provide input into the continuous improvement of Aecon's Project Controls policies and guidelines.

Oversee analysis and reporting of project performance key metrics (e.g., CPI, SPI, key commodity tracking, etc.); propose corrective actions to maintain performance/productivity; provide timely alerts on adverse trends.

Implement & maintain an Earned Value Management plan to measure project performance, identify variances, and inform accurate forecasting.

Lead the development of project-specific Project Controls plans, documenting processes and procedures to be followed on the project.

Lead the development & implementation of a project-specific change management plan, ensuring compliance with contract conditions and Aecon's standards.

Provide support to Commercial & Procurement teams on subcontractor claims assessment, client claims development, negotiations & dispute resolutions.

Provide commercial and technical expertise to support proposal development and provide commercial input into contractually defined project control requirements.

Ensure adherence to all contract conditions regarding Project Controls requirements, project set-up, monitoring & close-out.

Establish & maintain strong partnerships with client counterparts & joint venture stakeholders (where applicable).

Provide feedback & guidance to direct reports for annual goal setting; support in the establishment of individual career development plans and in identifying training & professional development opportunities.

Conduct annual performance reviews (with mid‑year check‑ins) & provide constructive feedback; implement performance improvement plans as needed with support from Human Resources.

Develop a project‑specific reporting management plan for incorporation into the Project Controls Plan.

Develop a project‑specific Risk Management Plan for incorporation into the Project Controls Plan.

What You Bring To The Team

Undergraduate degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent.

10 years construction industry experience.

Proven experience and ability in planning, scheduling, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, estimating and cost control.

Strong knowledge of the “Earned Value Management” principles.

Ability to produce, read and modify schedules and scheduling curves/reports.

Natural leader and team builder who can build strong relationships quickly.

Proven strong analytical skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proven problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability.

Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees.

Detail oriented and customer focused.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of SAP and required project controls software which may include Primavera, Hard Dollar, Accubid.

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.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Construction

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