Associate Director, Project Controls & Commission Management

Turner & Townsend • $120K — $150K *
Ottawa, ON K1G 3J6In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 10+ years in project controls or related fields for major capital projects.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary project controls teams.
  • Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management or a related field.
  • Professional certification (PMP, CCP, RICS, etc.) preferred.
  • In-depth knowledge of project controls principles and practices.
  • Proven skills in delivering project performance reports to senior leaders.
  • Ability to obtain a Government of Canada Reliability Status clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the Project Controls lead for large-scale projects, ensuring integration and delivery.
  • Provide strategic oversight for cost management, scheduling, and risk management.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams for timely and accurate deliverables.
  • Establish project controls frameworks aligned with best practices.
  • Monitor project performance metrics, including schedule and cost.
  • Develop integrated reports and briefings for senior stakeholders.
  • Manage forecasting, cash flow, and performance analysis decision support.

Benefits

  • 100% health and dental coverage for employees and dependents.
  • Health spending account for expenses outside the benefits plan.
  • Company-matched RRSP option.
  • Annual learning and development budget.
  • Access to online learning tools and career support.
  • Coverage for one professional membership fee annually.
  • Flexible work approach to support work-life balance.
  • Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Who are you?

You are an experienced Project Controls leader with 10+ years of experience delivering major capital projects and programs. You have a proven track record of leading multidisciplinary project controls teams and providing strategic oversight across cost management, scheduling, risk management, reporting, governance, and commercial functions. You thrive in complex stakeholder environments and are passionate about driving successful project outcomes through integrated project controls leadership.

Job Description:

As an Associate Director, Project Controls & Commission Management, you will be responsible for providing leadership and oversight across the full spectrum of project controls services on large-scale capital projects and programs.

Responsibilities:
  • Serve as the Project Controls lead across major capital projects or programs, ensuring the effective integration and delivery of all project controls functions.
  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight for cost management, scheduling, risk management, reporting, forecasting, and project controls governance activities.
  • Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project controls teams to ensure consistent, accurate, and timely project controls deliverables.
  • Establish and maintain project controls frameworks, standards, processes, and reporting protocols aligned with project objectives and industry best practices.
  • Oversee project performance monitoring, including schedule progress, cost performance, risks, trends, commitments, and key project metrics.
  • Lead the development, review, and presentation of integrated project controls reports, dashboards, and executive-level briefings for senior stakeholders.
  • Manage project forecasting, cash flow reporting, contingency tracking, commitment management, and performance analysis to support informed decision-making.
  • Oversee project risk management processes, including risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and monitoring of potential impacts to project cost, schedule, and delivery objectives.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to project leadership teams, providing strategic guidance on project performance, controls, governance, and delivery risks.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives within project controls, identifying opportunities to enhance reporting, processes, tools, and overall project performance.


Qualifications
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in project controls, program controls, cost management, scheduling, risk management, or the delivery of major capital projects.
  • Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project controls teams and overseeing integrated project controls functions across complex projects or programs.
  • A recognized university degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Architecture, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline. If the degree was obtained outside Canada, an equivalency verification may be required.
  • Professional certification in a relevant discipline such as PMP, CCP, PSP, AACE, RICS, CIQS, P.Eng., or equivalent.
  • Strong understanding of project controls principles, including cost management, scheduling, forecasting, risk management, change management, reporting, and performance monitoring.
  • Experience developing and implementing project controls frameworks, governance structures, reporting processes, and performance measurement systems.
  • Proven ability to prepare and present project performance reports, dashboards, forecasts, and recommendations to senior stakeholders and executive leadership.
  • Ability to obtain, or currently possess, a Government of Canada Reliability Status security clearance at a minimum.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Government of Canada Secret clearance.
  • Experience working with the public sector.
  • Understanding of local market dynamics, with established industry contacts and experience navigating regional construction and project delivery practices.


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
  • Coverage of one professional membership or license fee 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


The base salary for the full-time Associate Director role is CAD $120,000 - 150,000. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.

This posting reflects an existing vacancy that we are actively hiring for.

About Turner & Townsend

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Joining Turner & Townsend offers a unique opportunity to contribute to some of the most exciting projects worldwide. As a global leader in professional services, Turner & Townsend is at the forefront of transforming the industry through expertise, innovation, and leadership.

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Turner & Townsend is committed to the professional growth and continuous development of its team members. The company supports career advancement through robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, ensuring every team member has the tools and knowledge to succeed.

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For those starting their career journey, Turner & Townsend offers internship programs that provide a rich learning environment. Interns gain hands-on experience, working alongside seasoned professionals and contributing to impactful projects. These internships are a gateway to full-time employment and a flourishing career within the company.

Cultivating a Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Turner & Townsend prides itself on fostering an inclusive culture where diversity is celebrated. The company believes that a diverse workforce enhances creativity and drives innovation. Employees from various backgrounds are encouraged to share their unique perspectives, promoting a collaborative and supportive workplace.

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Understanding the importance of a work-life balance, Turner & Townsend offers comprehensive benefits designed to support the wellbeing of its team. Benefits include health care, flexible working conditions, and competitive retirement plans, all aimed at enhancing the quality of life for employees.

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