Project Control Lead

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Job Description

This position supports a major hydroelectric project in New Brunswick and requires two weeks per month at the project office in Fredericton, NB. Travel and lodging expenses will be covered.

The Project Control Lead is responsible for managing and directing all cost control activities on large-scale and mega capital projects. This role oversees budget development, cost tracking, forecasting, reporting, and change management to ensure successful financial performance throughout the project lifecycle. The Project Control Lead works closely with project leadership, engineering, procurement, construction, and contractors to establish a robust cost management framework aligned with corporate and client requirements.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience (15+ years) in cost control on major EPC / EPCM programs and is highly skilled in cost systems, data analysis, risk management, earned value, and strategic financial leadership.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership & Cost Management Strategy

• Lead the development and implementation of the project cost management plan for mega projects.
• Establish and maintain the Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS), budget coding structure, and cost control procedures.
• Oversee cost control teams and provide mentorship, direction, and technical guidance.
• Ensure alignment between cost, schedule, procurement, and risk management functions.

2. Budget Development & Cost Baseline

3. Cost Monitoring & Forecasting

4. Earned Value Management (EVM)

5. Change & Trend Management

6. Contractor Oversight & Governance

7. Executive Reporting & Stakeholder Management

8. Tools, Systems & Data Management

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

$500M).

Preferred Qualifications :

Additional Information

Sponsorship for obtaining a Canadian work permit is not available for this position

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

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