Project Controls Lead

at  Sargent Lundy

Kincardine, ON, Canada -

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Immediate29 Dec, 2024Not Specified30 Sep, 2024N/ACapital Projects,Energy Industry,Workbooks,Proficiency Testing,Psp,Databases,Communication Skills,Cep,Vendors,Computer Skills,Cost Engineering,Project PlanningNoNo
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Description:

About Sargent & Lundy:
Sargent & Lundy is one of the most experienced full-service architect-engineering firms in the world. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power and energy with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, and fossil fuels. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services—from consulting, design and implementation to construction management, commissioning and operations/maintenance—with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private sector clients in the power and energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.

OUR CORE VALUES

Every decision we make is guided by our core values. By upholding these six principles, we support our clients, employees, and community. They are the compass we follow as we continue to grow our business and lead the industry.
Quality – We provide high-quality deliverables and services through an uncompromising focus on peer review, safety, and continuous improvement.
Accountability – Our actions demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and respect.
Our People – We value diverse perspectives, encourage professional growth, and are committed to providing a work community where people thrive. Our work is challenging but rewarding.
Our Clients – We deliver value and exceed our clients’ expectations through outstanding customer service, personal accessibility, and clear communication.
Innovation – Since 1891, we have invested in the people, training, tools, and technology needed to quickly adapt in a constantly changing world.
Meaningful Impact – We make a positive impact in the communities where we work and live.
We are currently looking for a qualified Project Controls Specialist to work in Kincardine, ON.
Description:
The Project Controls Lead will coordinate all project controls functions within a Project Management Office (PMO) in support of nuclear generation projects. The role will provide oversight and guidance to project controls personnel, including cost, scheduling, risk, reporting, and other project controls functional staff. The work will include collaboration with PMO team members, such as Project Managers and Program Managers, and direct interface with client management and site personnel.

The Project Controls Lead will:

  • Be responsible for the development, implementation, oversight, and management of capital projects processes, procedures, and administrative services to ensure the Project Controls functions are delivered with consistency and quality.
  • Collaborate with the PMO team to achieve the client’s business objectives.
  • Lead the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Project Controls best practices and deliverables
  • Manage oversight and performance of portfolio project controls
  • Lead projects in the implementation of project controls processes including forecasting, planning, monitoring, variance analysis, pricing, and reporting
  • Manage, develop, track, and maintain project schedules and budgets
  • Support cost and schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks
  • Manage change control process for Projects
  • Support commitments of expenditure on the project and support payment of invoices
  • Provide leadership to the Project Controls Team
  • Prime interface with client and other shareholders
  • Ensure the success of the Project Controls staff through mentoring and training.
  • There is the potential for you to travel to client offices or site locations, as required

Qualifications:

Essential skills and experience:

  • 6+ years of Project Controls and Project Management experience, preferably in the energy industry
  • Post-secondary graduate
  • Demonstrated experience in managing multiple complex projects, with full responsibility for the project controls functions in support of capital projects
  • Expert in project scheduling, cost engineering, and project controls methods and tools
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work and work under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel in creating and maintaining detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels
  • Motivation: Eager to cultivate program and project knowledge to make a valuable impact to the PMO team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand PMO team and client needs.
  • Detail-Oriented: Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • Related work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry
  • i.) AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent
  • ii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i.) above, has completed equivalent training
  • Or in lieu of i.) or ii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing

Sargent and Lundy is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization’s needs at the time

Responsibilities:

Please refer the Job description for details


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

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Kincardine, ON, Canada