Project Controls Manager in Port Colborne

We recognize that the construction industry is changing at a rapid pace and we continually strive to be at the forefront. Our core values empower people to deliver great careers to one another and develop creative solutions for complex problems on some of the most exciting projects. It doesn’t matter what your expertise and craft is – there are no boundaries. We are a group of professionals with a variety of expertise within pre‑construction, construction, and post‑construction.

Above all, we are a group of individuals with unique experiences and at EllisDon, we choose to celebrate the strength in our differences, every day. EllisDon’s commitment to Inclusive Diversity is to work together to create an environment where every employee feels safe to be their true and authentic self. Ultimately, EllisDon’s purpose is to provide people with similar values the opportunity to achieve to their full potential; to deliver that opportunity for great careers to one another; and to contribute meaningfully to the community we share with others.

Reporting to the Construction Manager / Project Director, the Project Controls Manager will be responsible for providing cost control, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and change management leadership on advanced manufacturing, mission‑critical, or life sciences projects.

You as a Project Controls Manager will:

• Lead project forecasting, including Estimate at Completion (EAC), earned value analysis, and variance reporting, while identifying risks and opportunities affecting project performance.
• Implement an Earned Value Management (EVM)-based reporting system for assigned projects to measure actual project performance against a baseline (cost and schedule) and effectively communicate results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Responsible for the preparation, submission, and presentation of cost reports and cash flow forecasts to the owner.
• Lead the project change management process, including establishing procedures in accordance with contractual requirements and managing the process throughout the project lifecycle.
• Responsible for the preparation, submission, and approval of progress billings, as well as the timely payment of subcontractor progress billings and vendor invoices.
• Responsible for creating a WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) in collaboration with Project Managers and technical subject matter experts.
• Establishing and maintaining a CBS (Cost Breakdown Structure) in accordance with contractual requirements and obtaining buy‑in from internal and external stakeholders on assigned projects.
• Analyze processes, optimize them, and build systems to support those processes.
• Ensure the quality, consistency, and traceability of project controls data within the systems in place.
• Preparation of effective ad hoc analyses based on internal and external stakeholder requirements.
• Responsible for financial updates as part of the quarterly Internal Project Review (IPR) process.

Is this the right role for you?

• Have 10+ years of experience in project controls, cost management, project planning, or related disciplines within major construction, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• Bring a post‑secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Have experience developing forecasts, analyzing project performance, and providing meaningful insights that support effective project decision‑making.
• Are comfortable working with Earned Value Management (EVM), cost reporting, cash flow forecasting, and project performance measurement.
• Have a strong understanding of project change management and can effectively manage project controls processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Excel at building relationships and collaborating with project teams, clients, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders.
• Enjoy working with data, identifying trends, and translating complex information into clear and actionable reports.
• Experience on large-scale or complex EPC, infrastructure, energy, or industrial projects.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced environment where strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and attention to detail contribute to successful project outcomes.

The salary range for this position is between $80,000 - $130,000 CAD. EllisDon is proud to provide this unique career opportunity that provides continuous learning, opportunity for growth, and a competitive compensation package within an environment that is committed to inclusion and respects diversity.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome people of any age, culture, subculture, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnicity, race, size, mental or physical status, veteran status, religion, language, political opinion, working-style preference, family status, education, and socio-economic status.

Accommodation for Applicants with disabilities will be made during the recruitment process when requested. We are committed to providing a positive candidate experience and ensuring timely updates are provided to all candidates.