At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment; we live and breathe it every day.
That’s why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change.
We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life.
Who are we looking for?
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Project Controls Specialist to support our Central Canada Region, based in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) or Waterloo, Ontario.
This individual will bring strong technical knowledge in planning, scheduling, cost control, and risk management within a consulting engineering environment.
The Project Controls Specialist will provide cost and schedule analytical support to Project Managers across multiple sector groups within GHD’s Ontario Region.
Support will vary depending on project requirements and will be delivered both in person and remotely.
Be part of the dynamic culture!
Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility.
Join us in office three days a week to contribute, connect, and excel in our vibrant environment.
Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
Implement all aspects of project controls for a project or portfolio of projects, including scheduling, cost control, change management, and risk management, in accordance with GHD policies, procedures, and industry best practices.
A strong understanding of project measurement and earned value principles is essential.
Take a hands-on approach to delivering project controls activities, either in full or in part, depending on project complexity and assigned resources.
Work closely with Project Managers on key project functions, with a primary focus on managing and supporting project controls activities.
Provide recommendations on financial, schedule, and other project-related implications to help ensure project KPIs are met or exceeded.
Regularly review budgets and schedules with the Project Manager, Design Manager, and Discipline Leads; identify gaps and provide practical solutions to achieve scope, budget, and schedule requirements.
Review and provide recommendations on change notices in alignment with best practice change management processes.
Collaborate effectively with the Finance team, particularly Project Administrators, to ensure project budgets and invoices are accurate, and coordinate with Project Managers to support timely client invoicing.
Provide coaching and mentoring on project controls best practices to project team members and other project controls staff, as required
What you will bring to the team:
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent diploma from a recognized college or university, with a minimum of 10 years of relevant technical, administrative, and project experience, including experience in project controls within a design or engineering environment.
