WSP

Senior Project Controls Manager

WSP • $110K — $130K *
Portland, ME 04103In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent; advanced degrees or certifications like PMI-SP, AACE CCP/CEP are advantageous.
  • 10 years of project controls experience in large-scale projects, covering both field and office environments.
  • Deep understanding of cost estimating methodologies, cost control techniques, and schedule management best practices.
  • Experience developing reports and dashboards using Microsoft Power BI or Tableau; proficiency in Microsoft Excel is essential.
  • Familiarity with PMIS tools like Oracle Primavera Unifier, e-Builder, or Procore is necessary.
  • Exceptional communication skills, able to engage stakeholders effectively in a fast-paced context.
  • Self-directed with a capability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

  • Support project planning, staffing, scheduling, budget management, and coordination of subcontractors.
  • Develop project cost breakdown structures and establish a baseline budget.
  • Implement cost control measures to monitor expenses and analyze variances.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to identify cost-saving options and recommend project improvements.
  • Measure project progress and utilize performance data for cost assessment.
  • Utilize integrated project controls methodologies for aligning cost with schedule management.
  • Communicate project updates and performance to stakeholders to aid decision-making.

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work environment that promotes work-life balance.
  • Opportunity to work on large-scale projects, enhancing your professional portfolio.
  • Continuous improvement and training opportunities for career development.
  • Collaborative team culture that values communication and relationship-building.
  • Comprehensive health benefits and a supportive workplace environment.
Full Job Description
Job Description

WSP is seeking a Senior Project Controls Manager to join our Project Controls team at one of our offices in Maine.

Your Impact:
  • Work under the direction of the Project Manager to support the planning, staffing, scheduling, budget management, quality control, safety, and coordination of subcontractors and Internal technical and support staff.
  • Work with project team members to develop the project cost breakdown structure and baseline budget.
  • Develop and implement effective cost control procedures to track project expenses, analyze cost variances.
  • Collaborate with engineering and design teams to evaluate cost-saving options and recommend value-added changes to optimize project costs.
  • Establish methods to measure project progress and utilize project performance data to assess cost performance.
  • Implement integrated project controls methodologies to effectively align cost and schedule management efforts.
  • Communicate project status, cost performance, and schedule updates to stakeholders to facilitate informed decision-making.
  • Attend project meetings with stakeholders to track and resolve cost and schedule management issues.
  • Provide all necessary documents, information, and monthly reports to client, as needed.
  • Maintain financial reports for individual project subtasks and provide roll-up summary reports.
  • Review funding availability and procurement documentation to ensure conformance to approved project budgets.
  • Manage change order processes and assess the impact of proposed changes on project costs and schedules.
  • Participate in the development of project estimates, budgets, forecasts, estimates to complete, and cost trends.
  • Support PMIS system administration, maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts.


Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (e.g., PMI-SP, AACE CCP/CEP) are a plus.
  • 10 years of combined field and office project controls experience on large-scale projects.
  • Extensive knowledge of cost estimating methodologies, cost control techniques, and schedule management best practices.
  • Reporting & BI Tools: Demonstrated experience developing dashboards and reports in Microsoft Power BI and/or Tableau. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required.
  • PMIS: Experience working with and/or administering Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) such as Oracle Primavera Unifier, e-Builder, Procore, or similar platforms.
  • Communication: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to present clearly to stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
  • Work Style: Self-starter who thrives in a hybrid work environment and can manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.
  • Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proficiency in cost management software, project management tools, Power BI and relevant industry standards.
  • Understanding of financial principles and budgeting practices.
  • Familiarity with project scheduling preferred.
  • Confident self-starter with the ability to operate in a dynamic environment.
  • Attention to detail and organization while working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Skilled at building and sustaining relationships with all stakeholders.


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About WSP

WSP is a Canadian engineering consulting firm that provides services to transform the built environment and restore the natural environment. The firm's expertise ranges from environmental remediation and urban planning, to engineering iconic buildings and designing sustainable transport networks, to developing the energy sources of the future and enabling new ways of extracting essential resources. It has approximately 54,000 employees, including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors, program and construction management professionals, and various environmental experts. WSP has offices in more than 40 countries and territories around the world.
Learn more about WSP
Size
54,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1959
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