Project Control Manager (Orléans Island Bridge)

EBC breaks away from the beaten path and deploys all its expertise to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, and maritime facilities. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets, as well as our extensive expertise in the field, allows us to actively participate in major projects such as the Samuel-De Champlain Bridge, the Metropolitan Express Network (REM), and Site C.

Our experienced team of engineers, project managers, and other specialists also puts their energy into the construction of wind farms and in support of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power plants, tunnels, and dikes. EBC positions itself as a true leader in this sector. Our specialized services offer makes our reputation in Canada.

Come move mountains with us!

The holder of the position is responsible for supervising the activities of planning, cost control, risk management, and project progress tracking during the development phase. He or she ensures the preparation, updating, evaluation, tracking, analysis, and communication of project schedules, costs, and risks to the management.

Under the supervision of the Director - Project Control and Procurement - Performance, the holder of the position will be responsible for:

• Management of the planning team as well as major project cost controllers, organization of work, and tracking with project teams for the following activities:
• + Manage the update cycle of the schedule and cost control throughout the execution of the projects, i.e.:

The implementation of projects/mandates, tracking of budgets and schedules in the project management system from submission to project delivery.

+ Ensure the calculation of the initial budget based on the proposal.

+ Ensure planning and tracking of resources over time based on the schedule proposal; + Ensure tracking of hours, expenses, costs, and budget updates.

+ Track cost control and anticipate risks; + Participate in regular meetings with project managers and other stakeholders (internal and external) to ensure project progress and achievement of project objectives and results.

+ Ensure tracking of changes and coordination with the project team.

+ Ensure and manage project progress tracking with managers, including cost and schedule controls.

+ Prepare and transmit to the project management team reports on the financial performance of the projects.

+ Develop and implement planning and cost control policies, processes, and procedures; + Establish best practices for preparing reports for schedule updates and cost control; + Document budget and schedule issues related to projects, as well as their resolution.

+ Collaborate on legal documentation in case of claims;

General knowledge and technical skills

• Project management.
• Excellent understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction practices.
• Demonstrated mastery of health-safety, quality management, project control, and commercial and contractual administration issues.
• Mastery of computer tools, including MS Office suite, Primavera P6, SPE, and ECMS.
• In-depth knowledge of project control, planning, risk management, financial reporting, and progress measurement.

Requirements

• Holder of an engineering degree or relevant discipline, or equivalent experience;
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in construction;
• Experience in team management, particularly in leading planning and project control teams;
• Experience with engineering consulting firms, an asset;
• Knowledge of claim issues, an asset;
• Understanding of cost control and planning in a contract management context;
• Mastery of Primavera P6 (essential), including the use of WBS and other coding systems;
• Mastery of Microsoft Office, mainly Microsoft Excel (essential) and Microsoft Project;
• Knowledge of linear scheduling (TILOS), schedule audit quality (DCMA-14), and 4D software (Synchro 4D/Navisworks) (an asset);
• Safety rating level 2;
• Bilingual in English and French to collaborate with key actors across Canada;
• Hybrid modality with frequent travel to job sites or EBC offices for project planning and cost control (50% or more)

Desired profile

• Excellent organizational, communication, and writing skills;
• Strong sense of leadership and ability to rally teams;
• Excellent ability to structure files and set up procedures and tools to achieve an objective;
• Strategic planning skills over the long term;
• Ability to work in a rapidly evolving environment with tight deadlines;
• Demonstrate initiative, diligence, and integrity;
• Ability to integrate into a team environment and personal skills to encourage teamwork.
• Ability to build relationships with management teams.

What EBC offers

• 4 weeks of annual vacation;
• Complete collective insurance program from day one (health and dental coverage paid by the employer);
• Collective REER with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
• Access to a virtual doctor instantly (telemedicine) 24/7;
• Training and development programs;
• Corporate clothing program from day one;
• Employee assistance program;
• Fitness room;
• Active social club and wellness committee;
• Diverse, innovative, and stimulating environment;
• Company built on values of respect, integrity, and well-done work;
• Firm recognized in the Canada's Best Managed Companies awards.