Project Controls Manager - Michels Canada

Project Controls Manager
Full-time, Permanent
Nisku, AB

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About us:
Michels Canada is a nationally recognized general contractor in energy, infrastructure and power construction based in Nisku, Alberta, with offices in British Columbia and Ontario. We are part of the Michels Family of Companies.

The Michels Family of Companies is a privately owned global construction company with operations across North America, Australia, Singapore, and Germany. It is headquartered in Brownsville, Wisconsin, USA.

Michels Canada is seeking a Project Controls Manager to join our Canadian Corporate Head Office in Nisku, AB. In this role, you will oversee the planning, scheduling, and cost control for major projects, including cost estimation and analysis, schedule development and monitoring, and the preparation of accurate cost forecasts. The Project Controls Manager provides strategic guidance to address cost and scheduling challenges and is accountable for managing the overall Project Controls plan.

Responsibilities:

• Implement Project Controls programs on assigned projects in alignment with Michels Canada’s standards and guidelines.
• Review, validate, and approve Earned Revenue Determination data, Proposal Financial Summaries, and project working capital calculations for assigned projects or programs.
• Prepare, coordinate, and deliver Project Controls presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan and manage staffing requirements for assigned projects.
• Support the development, coaching, and training of Project Controls team members.
• Implement and maintain project control systems to meet project requirements, providing accurate progress and performance reporting.
• Lead Project Controls initiatives, including the development of schedules, managing change, cost and trend analysis, planning, and addressing claims.
• Ensure consistent application of Project Controls standards and practices across all Michels Canada projects.
• Lead by example to maintain and promote Michels Canada's culture and core values by complying with Michels Canada Standards and Policies. Lead team members by fostering constructive and effective professional connections, establishing trust, and giving/receiving candid and fair feedback, and demonstrating competence and character, inspiring confidence in those you work with.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 10- years of project controls experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 3 years of people management experience leading project controls, cost, or scheduling teams.
• Strong knowledge of cost control, scheduling, forecasting, and reporting for EPC or large-scale construction projects.
• Proficiency with project tracking software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working with ERP systems and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6, Viewpoint, or Tilos.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and analytical skills, with the ability to perform in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Benefits:
We offer competitive total compensation, meaningful and challenging work, and an engaging and collaborative environment. For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.michelscanada.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. For other opportunities at Michels Canada, join us at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply/

It is our commitment to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless their race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances.

If you need assistance and /or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruitment process, please send us an email to: careers@michelscanada.com

**Please be aware! **
 It has come to Michels Canada attention that job seekers have received false employment offers from individuals or organizations posing as Michels Canada. Please keep in mind these important tips:

• Michels Canada does not require payment from anyone seeking employment at any time during the recruitment and/or selection process.
• All recruitment email correspondence comes from email addresses displaying the correct spelling of our company name: @michelscanada.com or @michels.us
• Formal offers of employment are only made once the recruitment and selection process are complete. Personal and banking information is NOT collected until you have been personally onboarded by our HR team.
• We do not extend any formal offers of employment or execute employment agreements through text messaging, social media, job posting websites or social chat platforms.

We take this matter seriously and are continuously working with the appropriate authorities. Please remain aware of this matter, report any suspicious outreach to your local authorities, and email any concerns to hrcompliance@michelscanada.com.

Please note: resumes sent to this email will not be considered; please apply directly to our current career opportunities at https://www.michelscanada.com/jobs/apply.

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