Project Controls Manager

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

Aecon delivers some of the most complex and impactful infrastructure projects — from transformative transportation networks to critical energy, industrial and nuclear programs. The projects we build connect communities and power future generations. With deep roots in North America and a strong footprint internationally, Aecon brings global expertise and proudly serves public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

Safety Always is not only our #1 core value – it is the standard that anchors our culture. We believe the most ambitious projects deserve the most committed people. At Aecon, you won’t just build your career — you’ll help build what matters to enable future generations to thrive.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. The safety of our people, projects, partners, and stakeholders is our priority focus – today and always.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued, supported, and empowered to contribute fully.

We deliver infrastructure with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. Aecon employees are incredibly proud to build some of the most impactful infrastructure of this generation – we call it Aecon Proud.

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to creating work environments focused on mutual respect, teamwork, collaboration, and new ideas, through meaningful initiatives, training, partnerships with Veteran groups, our Aecon Women in Trades and diversity programs, as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
• Operate responsibly by managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.

Our success is built on the passion, expertise, and dedication of our people. Together, we embrace strong execution, innovation, and continuous improvement — values that come to life through the unique talents and collaborative spirit of every team member. If you’re inspired to make a difference through future-building projects, join our best-in-class team.

What is the Opportunity?

Aecon Civil is a recognized leader in the market, backed by strong self-perform capabilities and deep local expertise. We play a key role in building and enhancing infrastructure across Canada, the U.S., and an expanding international footprint improving everyday life through the roads, bridges, tunnels, and transit systems that connect communities. With more than a century of experience and a full suite of integrated services, Aecon is a trusted partner for delivering complex civil projects, including tunnels, transit expansions, airports, ports, highways, and large-scale site development.

Reporting to the Sr. Director, Integrated Operational Controls (IOC), the Project Controls Manager oversees cost, schedule, and performance tracking to support effective project delivery. The role requires strong analytical skills and close coordination with project teams in a fast-paced environment.

What You'll Do Here:

Planning & Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project schedules.
• Establish Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and schedule coding structures.
• Monitor schedule performance and identify variances from baseline.
• Conduct critical path and schedule health analyses.
• Develop recovery and mitigation plans for schedule impacts.
• Review contractor and subcontractor schedules for compliance and quality.

Cost Management

• Develop project control budgets and cost management frameworks.
• Monitor commitments, expenditures, accruals, forecasts, and estimates at completion (EAC).
• Analyze cost variances and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure alignment between cost and schedule data.
• Support monthly financial and project performance reporting.

Progress Measurement

• Establish progress measurement methodologies and KPIs.
• Validate physical progress and earned value metrics.
• Monitor productivity trends and performance indicators.
• Ensure consistency between field progress and reporting systems.

Risk Management

• Facilitate risk identification and assessment workshops.
• Maintain project risk registers.
• Perform quantitative schedule risk analysis (QRA/QSR).
• Monitor risk mitigation actions and contingency utilization.
• Support Monte Carlo simulations and probabilistic forecasting.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor project controls personnel.
• Foster collaboration among project teams.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent.
• 10+ years of planning experience in infrastructure or mega-projects.
• Proven expertise in Primavera P6.
• Strong expertise in planning, scheduling, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, estimating, cost control, risk management, change management and analytics.
• In-depth knowledge of Earned Value Management principles, production and productivity tracking, cost and revenue forecasting.
• Experience with 4D/5D modeling and integration of cost and schedule data.
• Familiarity with quantitative schedule risk analysis (QSRA) and cost risk analysis (QCRA).
• Ability to interpret and apply outputs from AI simulations to real-world project constraints.
• Professional certifications such as PMI PMP, PMI-RMP, PMI-SP, AACEI CCP and/or PSP considered an asset.
• Ability to establish program policies and procedures and evaluate their effectiveness.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, eager to learn and takes initiative to get involved. Detail-oriented with a customer-focused mindset.
• Experience in training and mentoring planning professionals.
• Willingness to travel to perform frequent visits to project sites across Canada.

Reason for Vacancy: New

The expected pay range for this role is $140,000 - $180,000 per year.

Individual pay is determined based on several factors, including work location, education, experience, unique skills and job conditions. Other considerations may include certifications, specialized training, and the complexity or scope of the role.

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.