Project Controls Manager

Airswift is currently seeking a Project Controls Manager to join our client's team on a permanent basis in either Edmonton or Calgary.

Our client is a major EPC multinational operating in various Energy, Process and Infrastructure-type projects and they are currently looking to add to their Field Construction Business Unit.

This position will be sitting in their offices with some traveling to site as needed but Field Construction experience is a must have for this opportunity. The PCM will have a hands-on role as well as managerial/leadership role and it will not be an oversight or supervision only.

Primary Objectives

To support the project control personnel of projects utilising the Project Control Systems and processes in all phases of project execution
Work with project teams to provide guidance on Project Controls requirements and data gathering
Provide strong leadership to the entire PC team both locally and globally
Ensure accurate and on-time reporting of data

Responsibilities

Take ownership of the project control activities i.e. Cost Control, Management of Change, Forecasting, Progressing and Scheduling and Planning on Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects and ensure integrity of the data being processed
Interface with project personnel to establish project WBS/CBS and ensure that control applications are set up according to the project controls plan using approved control budget data, project WBS/CBS and appropriate control accounts/cost codes
Interface with project controls team to setup, generate and update Engineering / construction progress and cost reports.
Ensure accuracy of coding on all daily timesheets and organize cost coding on Procurement requisitions and Subcontractor invoices
Manage project change management process including development and submission of change proposal for client approval, setup and maintenance of Change log
Guide construction planners/schedulers in the development and maintenance of resource loaded project schedule
Ensure all reporting timelines are met, and data integrity is maintained
Represent Project Controls in meetings with project team, client and sub-contractor
Organize monthly cost review and change management meetings
Liaise with Client for reporting purposes
Preparation of monthly financial reports for the project. Also prepare other financial analysis as required on an ad hoc basis
Implement financial controls including controlling authorisations of expenditure and cash flow projections
Preparation of budgets in conjunction with engineering and construction team members
Ensure effective coordination and cooperation between other team members, particularly on cost and planning (forecasting)
Training and mentoring of project controls personnel
Liaise with project teams to ensure the correct utilisation of the project control systems based on project specific requirements and corporate guidelines

Qualification

Relevant degree or diploma from recognized educational institute
15+ years’ experience as Project Controller in the oil and gas or mining industries
7+ years’ experience as a Project Controls Manager preferably in EPC/EPCM projects
Field project controls experience with a construction contracting company on oil and gas/ mining projects is an asset
Primavera P6 scheduling experience is required
Working knowledge on Ecosys and Power BI is considered an asset
Strong costing experience is required
Working knowledge on Ecosys is considered an asset
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Client Benefits

Every Friday afternoon OFF (40 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8.75 hours per day, Friday 5 hour day)
RRSP matching program of up to 5% from day one
FREE benefits from day one, including generous paramedical, dental and vision benefits
Both a health spending and wellness account
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Paid vacation and sick time
Opportunity to grow your career and be a part of some of world's most challenging heavy-oil facilities, gas plants, power-stations and other sustainable energy projects