Job DescriptionStantec is seeking a Program Controls Manager to support the successful delivery of complex infrastructure programs. In this role, you will provide expertise in cost, schedule, and reporting functions, helping program teams track performance, improve processes, and deliver projects efficiently. You'll also lead and mentor project controls staff while partnering closely with project, program, and client stakeholders.
Your Key Responsibilities - Develop and implement program/project controls standards, procedures, and reporting tools
- Monitor project cost and schedule performance, including baselines, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Lead planning and scheduling activities (Primavera P6 or similar systems)
- Establish and maintain WBS/CBS structures, dashboards, and performance metrics
- Prepare reports, presentations, and KPIs for program leadership and clients
- Identify risks/issues and implement corrective actions with project teams
- Oversee change management, document control, and QA/QC processes
- Lead and mentor project controls team members
- Support Earned Value Management (EVM), accruals, and cost forecasting
- Collaborate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure program success
QualificationsYour Capabilities and Credentials - Strong expertise in project controls (cost, schedule, reporting, and process development)
- Proven ability to manage and support large, multi-project programs
- Experience building and maintaining project budgets, schedules, and performance metrics
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to identify risks and drive proactive solutions
- Experience with project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, CMAR, etc.)
- Proficiency with project controls systems and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, PMIS)
- Demonstrated leadership, collaboration, and mentorship capabilities
Education and Experience - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Environmental Studies, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum 10 years of experience in program/project controls, preferably in infrastructure or utilities
- Experience with WBS, scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting, and document control systems
- Certifications such as PMP or related (PgMP, PMI-SP, CCM, PE, etc.) preferred
- Municipal/public sector experience considered an asset
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
