Project Controls Manager

PCL Construction

. Provide overall leadership for costing and scheduling of industrial construction projects.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeEdmonton • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project controls, including scheduling, cost management, and risk mitigation within the construction industry. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and manage complex projects valued over $100MM.

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Project Controls ManagementConstruction Trade CertificationScheduling And PlanningCost Control And ForecastingStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Cost ManagementSchedule Delay MonitoringChange ManagementEstimating MethodsContract NegotiationResource-Loaded SchedulingCritical Path AnalysisProject BudgetingRisk AssessmentCompliance Auditing

Soft Skills

LeadershipProblem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsPresentation SkillsRelationship Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeIn-House Software Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

Construction Trade CertificationRelevant Designation

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementBuilding MaterialsConstruction SpecificationsCanadian Construction LawProject Management FunctionsDirect Hire Contractor ExperienceMultidisciplinary Project ControlsContract TypesSite Meeting CoordinationStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide overall leadership for costing and scheduling of industrial construction projects.
Collaborate with construction/project managers and project teams to identify, manage, and resolve problems, conflicts, and schedule challenges.
Develop and implement recovery plans and anticipate and resolve project issues.
Communicate work performance, productivity, quality, and safety expectations to own forces and trades.
Monitor trade contractor coordination and progress.
Present information at client engineering meetings.
Supervise, direct, coach, train, and mentor project teams and superintendents across one or multiple sites.
Lead a multidisciplinary project controls team covering scheduling and planning, estimating, cost control, subcontract, and document control.
Define scope of work, budget and schedule changes, and variances from the original plan.
Develop and maintain resource-loaded schedules, critical path analyses, and schedule delay/variance monitoring.
Analyze and communicate schedule, progress, and cost information.
Manage project scope and change management, including estimates and impact analyses.
Create control estimates and maintain project budgets.
Audit projects for compliance with PCL project control requirements.
Issue project reporting on progress, cost, and schedule, and support project strategy refinement.
Maintain project controls policies, procedures, standards, and systems.
Participate in subcontract packaging and project finance reporting, forecasting, and audits.
Ensure accurate costing for labor, materials, equipment, and staff.
Approve requisitions and purchase orders.
Prepare and present contractual claims, delay analyses, negotiations, close-outs, extra-work, and additional fee entitlements.
Assess subcontractor claims and manage project risks and mitigation strategies.
Negotiate contract disputes and prepare notices and formal client communications.
Lead direct and indirect reports, including onboarding, training, mentoring, career development, performance management, recruitment support, and salary/bonus review recommendations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Construction trade certification with equivalent experience, or post-secondary diploma or degree in construction management or engineering preferred.
Relevant designation is an asset.
10 years of progressive project controls experience in construction or related field.
4 years of experience in a supervisory role is an asset.
Working knowledge of and exposure to the construction industry and company operations, including building materials, construction specifications, and methods and procedures.
Complete understanding of scheduling, progress monitoring, and completing project forecasting (e.g., cost, materials, staff, equipment).
Ability to lead and organize others, including coordinating multiple scopes.
Thorough understanding of contract language and ability to identify and mitigate risks and identify and improve opportunities.
Intermediate ability to lead and run effective site meetings with the client, consultants, trades, own forces work (OFW), and internal employees; ability to present at client meetings or for project pursuit work.
Previous experience managing Project Controls on projects valued $100MM+.
Experience working for a direct hire contractor is essential.
Thorough understanding and the ability to put into standard methodology engineering and construction management principles and practices.
Working knowledge of estimating methods and practices.
Advanced skills using Microsoft Office applications.
Thorough understanding of or the ability to learn in-house software applications quickly.
Thorough understanding of Canadian construction law and different contract types.
Keeps up to date with current industry practices and new developments.
Advanced business acumen and commercial awareness.
Working knowledge of all project management functions including scheduling and planning, cost control and forecasting, progressing, change management and document control.
Strong written and verbal communication with excellent presentation skills.
Ability to adapt communication style across multiple departments and functions including clients, supervision, and craft workers.
Strong analysis and problem-solving abilities.
Advanced organizational skills, high level of detail orientation, and ability to multitask and prioritize conflicting deadlines.
Ability to travel to project sites for extended periods of time.
Strong ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders and decision makers.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions