Project Controls Manager

Project Controls Manager

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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

In the role of Project Controls Manager, we'll count on you to:

Partner with designers, contractors, inspectors and other third-party entities to proactively identify, communicate and resolve scope and pricing variances

Establish a procedural framework for preparing, reporting and reconciling variances, including developing and/or enhancing reporting procedures and tools

Manage and enforce adherence to project controls practices and procedures, including change management and records management

Develop and monitor key performance indicators and report to project and program staff and clients

Proactively seek collaboration and cooperation

Set up and lead coordination meetings

Review project change documentation and ensure compliance with change procedures and contract specifications

Establish project schedules, forecast and cost controls procedures

Perform other duties as needed

Additional responsibilities include the following:

Scheduling:

Work closely with Project Management to develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project

Establish work breakdown structure (WBS), baseline, status, and monitor project schedules using established performance measurements.

Develop and maintain summary level schedule reports used to support critical path analysis, near-term deliverable requirements, resource allocations, performance variances, and to support cost/schedule integration.

Develop schedule version control processes, policies, and procedures.

Troubleshoot and monitor potential scheduling problems.

Financial

Work closely with Project Management to develop and maintain financial reports using Microsoft Excel

Perform financial reporting in financial planning, tracking, analysis, and reporting of projects/programs.

Establish WBS, baseline, status, and monitor financials through dashboards, oracle EBS systems, and custom Excel templates

Work with Project Management to perform Earned Value Management (EVM) analysis, percent complete, and forecasting on projects.

Perform forensic analysis on project to determine project health and future risk.

Other

Facilitate and participate in weekly schedule reviews.

Collaborate with Cost Controls to ensure project schedule and budgets are in-phase.

Mentor and train other Project Controls Specialists.

Manage workload of Project Controls team.

Experienced working knowledge of PMIS/CDE Applications, Data Visualization Tools, and comfortable in emerging technology

Preferred Qualifications:

Degree in Construction, engineering or related field

Certifications (one or more): CPE, CEP, PSP, EVP, PMI-SP, PMP, CCM, PRMP, DRMP, CFCC, PE, MCSA: BI Reporting

Ability to interpret construction schedules

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

A minimum of 7 years of experience in project controls work on engineering and construction projects, including planning, estimating, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, schedule control, and project reports

Ability to manage proposal preparation, contract review and negotiation, client relationship and win strategy for medium to large EPC Projects

Strong decision-making skills

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple long- and short-term tasks simultaneously

Strong organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities

Strong oral and written communication skills

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Sponsorship (visa) for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Toronto: $123,000 - $173,000.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location:

Canada-Ontario-Toronto

Industry:

Transit

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Project Controls

Job Posting:

Jun 29, 2026