Senior Specialist, Project Controls

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 and training, partnerships with Veteran groups, 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?

Reporting to the Project Controls Manager, the  Sr. Project Controls Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring cost, schedule, and risk management processes are executed effectively across Aecon projects. This position supports project setup, baseline development, forecasting, reporting, and change management, while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to maintain alignment with contractual and corporate requirements.

What You'll Do Here:

• Complete all roles & responsibilities expected of a Sr. Project Controls Specialist
• Assist in developing, establishing, and maintaining the project's cost management systems
• Participate in customer and internal management project status reporting meetings
• Provide mentorship & guidance to junior team members
• Provide subject-matter expertise to project team on any customized reporting tools & dashboards
• Assist in monitoring project health & performance; ensure key performance metrics are well articulated to project leadership
• Regularly conduct detailed analysis on project performance key metrics (e.g. CPI, SPI, key commodity tracking, etc.); propose corrective actions to maintain performance/productivity; provide timely feedback to project  leadership on adverse trends
• Support the implementation of an Earned Value Management plan to measure project performance, identify variances, and inform accurate forecasting
• Support the development of project-specific Project Controls plans, and the development of tools & templates
• Assist with the development & implementation of a project-specific change management plan, ensuring compliance with contract conditions and Aecon's standards
• Assist in developing, establishing, and maintaining the project's cost management system
• Regularly conduct detailed labor rate analysis to gauge impact of economic factors & actualize cost multiplier assumptions, update forecasts accordingly
• Establish and maintain CBS and control accounts aligned with baseline budgets; integrate SAP with CPM for financial reporting.
• Manage chart of accounts and ensure WBS/CBS alignment.
• Monitor forecasts and ensure timely closure of cost accounts.
• Liaise with Finance and Procurement for subcontractor management, accruals, and invoicing.
• Prepare and update project cash flow forecasts.
• Develop and maintain resource-loaded schedules in compliance with client standards using Primavera P6.
• Document basis of schedule and assumptions.
• Perform critical path and schedule quality analysis; identify variances and develop recovery plans.
• Maintain baseline integrity and change logs; support schedule risk analysis and impact assessments.
• Assist in risk review meetings and maintain risk register.
• Support quantitative risk analysis (Monte Carlo modeling) and integrate results into forecasts.
• Track internal and external changes through the change management process.
• Lead data integration efforts and create fit-for-purpose dashboards using BI tools.
• Perform data validation and normalization; flag inconsistencies for review.

What You Bring to the Team:

• Degree or diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in Project Controls within construction or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, SAP, and MS Office; experience with BI tools is an asset.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Earned Value Management, cost control, and scheduling best practices.
• Familiarity with risk management and changing control processes.
• Due to the nature of work conducted by Aecon, mandated nuclear export controls requirements must be met for employment.

Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status, and all other characteristics protected by law.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner, through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.