Project Controls Director

at  Turner Townsend

Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a leading independent professional services company. 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 133 offices in 49 countries, we make a difference to projects across the real estate, infrastructure and natural resources sectors worldwide. 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.
Who are you?
You are an experienced Project Controls Leader with 15+ years post-graduate experience, looking to lead a team of controls professionals on a mega program in the GTHA.
You are a knowledgeable, personable, and enthusiastic individual motivated to implement best in class controls practice, provide strong leadership, and make the difference to both our business and our clients.

Job Description

• Deliver project controls services, taking responsibility for end-to-end service delivery, relating to large, complex, and mega projects and programs.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a team of controls professionals.
• Lead and manage multiple project controls functions including risk management, schedule management, cost management, scope, and change.
• Build relations with senior stakeholders to influence, guide, and support to improve project performance.
• Ability to positively contribute to working in a collaborative, one-team environment with team members from multiple employers.
• Act as the key, day to day project team interface, ensuring that client objectives are met, and the project is delivered within time and cost targets and to the appropriate quality standards.
• Project controls delivery meets the client’s objectives and is in line with the conditions of appointment.
• Involvement in technical services delivery including supporting the centre of expertise in developing and implementing the PMO project controls service.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Recognized degree in engineering or relevant discipline
• AACE, PMI, or RICS qualifications an asset
• Significant experience in project controls management for large scale and complex projects and programs; particularly in the rail or broader transportation field an asset
• Demonstrated experience in implementing project controls in different procurement models including progressive and target cost.
• Experience across complex portfolios and programs beneficial
• Proven experience and demonstrated strong people leadership capabilities
• Overall knowledge of project controls software solutions including but not limited to Primavera P6, EcoSys, ARM, etc.
  Additional Information

What’s in it for you…

• 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
• Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
• RRSP option with company matching
• Annual learning and development budget
• Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
• Cost coverage of up to two memberships and license fees per year (if directly related to your role)
• We believe in work-life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex and sick days
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives
• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
At Turner & Townsend, we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.
Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/
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