Project Controls Manager

Pursuit Collection

. Establish scheduling standards and support project managers in developing, reviewing, and maintaining schedules from feasibility through closeout .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeCalgary • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the built environment, focusing on design and construction processes, budget and schedule management, and risk assessment. Proficient in utilizing project management software to enhance reporting and communication across teams.

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Project ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementRisk AssessmentClient-Side Project Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementRisk AssessmentChange Order EvaluationContract ManagementQuality AssuranceData AnalysisFeasibility StudiesLessons Learned Capture

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsTeam Management AbilitiesAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

MS ProjectPrimaveraAutoCADBluebeamSmart SheetMicrosoft Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementCivil EngineeringArchitectureInterior DesignHospitality IndustryDevelopment Projects Process

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Establish scheduling standards and support project managers in developing, reviewing, and maintaining schedules from feasibility through closeout
Review critical paths, approval and procurement milestones, dependencies, progress updates, and recovery plans
Maintain Stage-Gate requirements, templates, and review checklists
Check completeness, consistency, and quality of project deliverables and readiness for approval submissions
Own and standardize Development reporting, including corporate capital forecasts
Consolidate and validate budgets, commitments, actual costs, forecast final costs, contingency, cash flow, and schedule status with project managers and Finance
Explain variances and highlight decisions required
Support evaluation of change orders and contractor and consultant time and cost claims
Review contractual basis, supporting records, pricing, and schedule impacts; maintain change and claims registers
Establish risk registers with owners and mitigation actions, facilitate reviews, monitor actions, and escalate material risks
Maintain an integrated view of project milestones, resource demands, and dependencies
Identify trends, resource conflicts, and emerging risks, and recommend actions to the Sr. Director and project managers
Prepare and coordinate Business Case submissions across Development, Finance, and Operations
Capture lessons learned at key milestones and closeout and translate findings into updated templates, standards, and recommendations
Report to the Sr. Director, Development Projects and work closely with project managers and VP Operations
Work closely with the project coordinator on template updates and reporting
Participate in online meetings with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
Perform frequent site visits to Jasper, Banff, Waterton, and Golden

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design or a related field
PMP certification is an asset
Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management (design & construction) in the built environment, residential, preferably in the hospitality industry
Proven track record of successfully managing projects in design and construction from inception to completion
Familiarity with the end-to-end development projects process
Experience with budget, schedule management and reporting structure
Strong knowledge of client-side project management
Exceptional communication skills and team management abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with project management software, including MS Project, Primavera, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Smart Sheet, and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
Exceptional PowerPoint and presentation skills, including creating automated reports
Strong in automated sheets and reports
Detail-oriented with a proactive mindset
Eligible to work in the country where the role is located

Benefits

Comp & perks

Free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends
Discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail
Subsidized mental health and wellness resources
Inclusive, global team environment
Opportunities to build career experience and make life-long connections