Job Description

The Opportunity:

WSP

is currently seeking a

Project Controls Director

to join our Transportation Systems team. Reporting to the Operations Director, you will support the Rail & Transit team in leading and managing major multi-disciplinary projects in the Rail & Transit industry. You will be accountable for project schedule development and cost control, variance analysis, forecasting and reporting, earned value management, change management and risk management.


As a member of the Transportation Systems team, you will be given opportunities to use your transferrable skills to define processes, create execution plans, mentor the junior team members, and be the technical lead for multiple projects. You will be supported by management to develop work plans and professional skills to become a strong leader in the consulting environment.

Why choose WSP?

We value and are committed to upholding a culture of

inclusion

and

belonging

Our

Flexible

Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives. A

Canadian

success story - we're

proud

to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

Enhance

the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.

Outstanding

career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to

your

ideas and trying

new

things. A phenomenal

collaborative

culture and a workforce filled with genuinely

good

people

who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.
We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.


#

WeAre

WSP

What you can expect to do here:

Provide project controls oversight for complete design & engineering for a multi-disciplinary Rail & Transit project with a collaborative contractual structure Act as a deputy to the Project Director and work with our construction partners to make best-for-project decisions for overall project delivery success Establish an interface with Clients and our internal Project Controls team Perform project management (budgeting, schedules, contract administration, invoicing, quality review of deliverables etc.) Actively manage baseline budgets and work breakdown structure to manage hours and expenditures Ensure that the project execution plans, financial forecasting, resource plans, and schedules are prepared, managed and updated as necessary Present operational information to senior management in a clear, concise, and confident manner, with the goal of aligning them to WSP's growth strategy Leading WBS and project coding structures using Primavera P6 software with Project Planners and Schedulers Identify, notify and propose resolutions, for the deviations from the current plan, including items that have a notable threat impact to project scope, schedule and cost Implement and execute methods for effective progress measurement based on the size and complexity of a project Assist in preparing reporting packages for project, sponsorship and executive review teams Participate in meetings and information sessions with business management and executive management as required Review monthly billings to the client for accuracy, appropriateness, and approve prior to submission Track receipt of payments and distribution to sub-consultants; report status internally as needed Work with multidisciplinary teams of Project Managers, Engineers, Designers, Contract Administrators, Sub-Consultants, and other staff as required

What you'll bring to WSP:

15+ years of relevant experience in leading Project Controls Post-secondary diploma or degree (project management, finance or business preferred) PMP Designation is required Project Controls leadership experience on major and complex multidisciplinary design and construction projects Highly advanced in Microsoft Excel, Primavera P6, and/or cost estimating Able to manage and adapt to deadline pressures, ambiguity, and change Strong interpersonal skills, as the role requires continuous interaction with team members Strong communications skills, both written and verbal, including report writing, editing, and proofreading abilities Strong analytical and quantitative skills are a must Experience in a Consulting Engineering environment is an asset

WSP

est l'une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels a travers le monde. Notre mission est d'assurer la perennite de nos villes et nos environnements.


Notre equipe compte plus de 65 000 membres dans le monde. Au Canada uniquement, nous sommes plus de 12 000 personnes impliquees dans tous les domaines; de l'assainissement de l'environnement a la planification urbaine, de l'ingenierie de batiments emblematiques a la realisation de reseaux de transport durables. Nous trouvons de nouvelles facons d'extraire des ressources essentielles et developpons des sources d'energie renouvelables pour l'avenir.


Chez

WSP

:


Nous accordons une grande valeur a nos employes et a notre reputation. Nous oeuvrons localement, mais avec une envergure internationale. Nous sommes axes sur l'avenir et remettons en question le statu quo. Nous favorisons la collaboration dans tout ce que nous faisons. Nous soutenons une culture d'autonomie et de responsabilisation.
Veuillez noter:



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Les offres d'emploi pour des postes impliquant des travaux sur le terrain et assujettis en matiere de securite sont conditionnelles a ce que les candidats soient en mesure d'effectuer des taches physiques cles du travail tel que decrit dans l'offre d'emploi et lors de l'entrevue. Cela peut inclure la capacite de travailler dans une variete de conditions environnementales, telles que les regions eloignees ou isolees, travailler seul, et dans des cas de mauvais temps (dans des limites sures et raisonnables).


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