Manager, Project Controls, Financial Planning & Business Performance

Manager, Project Controls, Financial Planning & Business Performance Reporting directly to the President of Hall Mechanical Services, this role provides financial leadership, project controls, business planning, and performance analysis across the organization. The Manager works closely with Operations, Project Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership to strengthen financial accountability, improve forecasting accuracy, identify business risks, and support informed decision-making. The position provides functional financial oversight across project teams, establishing reporting expectations, challenging financial assumptions, and driving improvements in project and business performance. The role strengthens financial discipline, promotes consistent practices, and supports sustainable growth across Hall Mechanical Services. Core Responsibilities: Project Financial Controls & Forecasting • Provide independent financial oversight of projects, including job cost integrity, budget performance, work-in-progress (WIP) reporting, and cost-to-complete assumptions. • Lead the project forecasting process, establish financial reporting expectations, and ensure consistent financial practices across project teams. • Review and challenge project forecasts, cost-to-complete assumptions, and productivity performance, working with Project Managers to address variances and improve financial results. • Monitor project profitability, margin trends, and financial performance to identify emerging risks and opportunities for improvement. • Require supporting financial analysis and corrective action plans where performance concerns are identified, escalating material risks to senior leadership as needed. Financial Risk & Working Capital Management • Identify, assess, and communicate commercial and financial risks, including contractual exposure, procurement risks, productivity concerns, claims, disputes, and margin erosion. • Monitor cash flow, accounts receivable, holdbacks, collections, and working capital performance. • Identify emerging financial risks and recommend strategies to protect profitability and improve business performance. • Provide leadership with timely financial information and recommendations to support risk management and cash flow planning. Financial Reporting, Governance & Compliance • Work with Shared Services Finance to support accurate and consistent monthly financial reporting, financial controls, and compliance requirements. • Ensure consistency between project financial reporting and corporate financial reporting. • Support financial reporting processes, budget monitoring, reconciliations, and internal control improvements. • Identify opportunities to improve the accuracy, reliability, and consistency of financial information across the organization. Budgeting, Business Planning & Performance Analysis • Support annual budgeting, business planning, financial forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives. • Provide financial analysis to support workforce planning, capital investment decisions, resource allocation, and business growth. • Develop dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), and executive reporting that provide visibility into project and overall business performance. • Analyze financial trends, operational performance, and business results to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement. • Prepare financial analysis, scenario modelling, and recommendations to support executive decision-making. Process Improvement & Operational Collaboration • Identify and implement improvements to forecasting, financial reporting, billing, and project controls processes. • Standardize reporting practices, templates, dashboards, and financial processes to improve consistency and efficiency. • Work with Operations, Project Management, and Finance to identify recurring issues, evaluate root causes, and recommend practical improvements. • Provide functional financial leadership across project teams, supporting consistent reporting practices, accountability, and improved financial decision-making. • Ensure project financial planning incorporates safety-related costs, risks, and compliance requirements. • Identify and escalate financial pressures or business decisions that could compromise safe work practices. You have the following qualifications, technical and interpersonal skills: Qualifications: • Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in construction project management, project controls, construction accounting, financial planning, or a related leadership role. • Demonstrated experience managing construction project budgets, forecasting costs to complete, evaluating financial and productivity performance, and identifying commercial and operational risks. • Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent industry experience may be considered. • CPA designation considered an asset. • Strong knowledge of project forecasting, WIP reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, job costing, and financial reporting. • Experience developing financial reporting, business intelligence, or performance management processes. • Experience providing financial leadership, establishing reporting expectations, and driving accountability across operational teams. Technical Skills: • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial analysis, reporting, and data management. • Strong understanding of construction accounting, project financial controls, cost-to-complete forecasting, WIP management, and margin analysis. • Ability to analyze project financial information, identify variances, evaluate risks, and recommend corrective actions. • Experience developing financial budgets, forecasts, management reports, KPIs, and business performance dashboards. • Familiarity with Acumatica considered an asset. • Experience with Power BI and construction management software considered an asset. • Strong understanding of financial controls, cash flow management, revenue recognition, and working capital. Interpersonal Skills: • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with sound financial and commercial judgment. • Ability to challenge assumptions and communicate financial risks and recommendations constructively. • Strong communication skills, including the ability to present complex financial information clearly to operational and executive leaders. • Ability to build effective working relationships across Finance, Operations, Project Management, and other business functions. • Ability to influence decisions, establish expectations, and drive financial accountability across teams without direct reporting authority. • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and accountability. • Proactive approach to identifying risks, improving processes, and supporting business decisions. • Able to balance competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. You can expect these great benefits: • Competitive compensation packages • Extended health benefits • RRSP matching program to help you plan for your future • Team building and social events • Training, development and mentorship opportunities • Opportunity to advance in your career • Work-life balance • A great culture where we truly value our employees • Only residents in the Lower Mainland of BC will be considered