Program Controls Manager managing complex infrastructure programs at Stantec. Ensuring project delivery through cost, schedule, and reporting oversight.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement program/project controls standards, procedures, and reporting tools
Monitor project cost and schedule performance, including baselines, forecasting, and variance analysis
Lead planning and scheduling activities (Primavera P6 or similar systems)
Establish and maintain WBS/CBS structures, dashboards, and performance metrics
Prepare reports, presentations, and KPIs for program leadership and clients
Identify risks/issues and implement corrective actions with project teams
Oversee change management, document control, and QA/QC processes
Lead and mentor project controls team members
Support Earned Value Management (EVM), accruals, and cost forecasting
Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure program success
Requirements
Strong expertise in project controls (cost, schedule, reporting, and process development)
Proven ability to manage and support large, multi-project programs
Experience building and maintaining project budgets, schedules, and performance metrics
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to identify risks and drive proactive solutions
Experience with project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CMAR, etc.)
Proficiency with project controls systems and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, PMIS)
Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and mentorship capabilities
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 10 years of experience in program/project controls, preferably in infrastructure or utilities
Experience with WBS, scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting, and document control systems
Certifications such as PMP or related (PgMP, PMI-SP, CCM, PE, etc.) preferred
Municipal/public sector experience considered an asset
Benefits
health, dental, and vision plans
wellness program
health care spending account
wellness spending account
group registered retirement savings plan
employee stock purchase program
group tax-free savings account
life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
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