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From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
With offices located globally, you're never far away from our services. Working from 113 offices in 46 countries, we make the difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Turner and Townsend is looking for an amazingly talented Program Controls Lead to join our team in Ottawa who can support a team of professionals overseeing every phase of exciting Major Programs. In this role, you will be required to advise client on developing, managing, and executing all phases of the project controls effort on the program through preconstruction and delivery stages. The candidate will manage an existing team of professionals across all aspects of project controls functions, utilizing widely diversified knowledge of best practices and drawing upon extensive experience and exposure to similar Major Projects.
- Provides guidance, direction, and specialized assistance for the resolution of difficult and complex project control problems.
- Client interface, attends regular meetings and provides strategy-type recommendations on critical matters to support decision-making.
- Advise client on the establishment of the program master coding architecture, integration of all functional requirements, and development of a robust, scalable reporting system across the program.
- Advise client on the development and implementation of project controls procedures to support the implementation of best practices, primarily for schedule, cost, earned value, risk, and change management processes.
- Oversees the preparation and progress of the Master Development Schedule.
- Manages a team of Project Control specialists who are qualified to analyze, evaluate, and forecast project costs and performance against an established schedule with critical milestones. Assesses the impact of design and construction changes and schedule slippages.
- PMIS oversight and reporting to this position
- Recommends and oversees the implementation and customization of project control systems to meet specific project requirements.
- Coordinates staffing requirements, assigns and supervises project work activities, and trains personnel.
- Completes performance reviews and provides personnel development goals and opportunities for the assigned employees.
- Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or related field)
- 10-15 years of related experience, including supervisory/managerial experience.
- Strong cost management and reporting background is required.
- Requires basic engineering knowledge in electrical, mechanical, civil, or related fields.
- Proficient PC skills, including proficiency in various Project Controls Software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Proven ability to perform in a supervisory capacity.
- Thorough knowledge of industry practices is required.
- Secret clearance or ability to get it
- P.Eng, PMP a bonus
Additional Information
Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company specializing in program management, project management, cost management and consulting across the property, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. With 108 offices in 45 countries, we draw on our extensive global and industry experience to manage risk while maximizing value and performance during the construction and operation of our clients' assets. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request
Turner & Townsend does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV's that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV's will be treated as a direct application.
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