Project Controls Analyst

We are strategizing, planning, and implementing projects that help clients achieve their organization's objectives. Join our award-winning program management team and bring transformational project solutions to life.Your OpportunityWorking within the context of the communities we serve, Stantec provides planning, detailed engineering and design, construction inspection, construction management, program management, and traffic operations services that fill the needs of our clients and advance transportation system experiences. The successful performance of these projects depends on appropriate planning and execution. Our Project Controls Analyst (PCA) will support Project Managers to help ensure the successful financial execution of projects to contribute to the profitability of the company.Joining our team as a Project Controls Analyst offers significant opportunities for mentorship and growth, through working on diverse projects, both small and large, and working directly with internal and external clients. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, empowerment, and thought leadership.As part of a collaborative project management team, our Project Controls Analysts provide financial analysis support, performance data, timely cost forecasts, and forward-looking advice to Project Managers. This role requires being an integrated member of project teams and interfacing with internal staff such as office leadership, internal financial managers, design teams, and external clients and consultants. Your Key ResponsibilitiesGain a thorough understanding of project scope and actively assist in development of project proposals, fee estimates, schedules, resource plans and work breakdown structures (WBS)Develop proficiency in Stantec's Project Management tools and develop a thorough understanding of Stantec's overarching project management framework processes to become a resource for Project Managers in organizing and maintaining project records in conformance with the frameworksWork closely with the project team to maintain a current and accurate understanding of project status, issues and changes, and produce understandable, timely and useful project performance reportsWork with Stantec's financial team to issue timely project invoices, follow up on Accounts Receivables (AR), and monitor consultant budgets and agreementsManage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously by effectively communicating and coordinating with Project Managers, Project Controls Professionals, Discipline Leads, and Operations LeadershipAs an integral member of the regional project controls group, actively participate in knowledge- sharing and best practices sessions with a focus on optimizing processes and fostering innovative approaches to improve project management practices at StantecThe responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Project Management AssistanceSupport Project Manager with compliance of Stantec and ISO standards and practice frameworksAssist the project team in creating and maintaining project set-up documentation, project work plans, schedules, and change ordersAssist with contract and legal compliance reviewsParticipate in project meetings and assist in the coordination and tracking of action items and deliverablesLead subconsultant management tasks such as sub agreements, insurances, invoicing, prequalification checks. M/W/DBE/SDVOB tracking and reportingFinancial Management AssistanceGain a thorough understanding of Stantec's project financial system and tools, and work with Project Managers and Project Controls Professionals to create financial forecasts with detailed back-ups and risk registersCreate customized cost control and tracking reports or dashboards (Power BI, SharePoint)Assist in project financial performance analysis, "what-if" scenarios for gross margin, risk analysisSupport in preparing Client earned value or financial reportsDocument Control AssistanceSupport the project team with project SharePoint site creation and managementSchedule and oversee design quality reviews (e.g. Bluebeam studio sessions)Assist in packaging of submissions and tracking deliverablesManage RFI logs, submittal logs, correspondence logs, document registers, drawings listUse tools such as Planner, Power Automate for task assignments and auto reminders to teamsProposal Assistance / Business Leadership AssistancePrepare weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial and utilization reports and notify leadership of trends and anomaliesWork with finance team and leadership to track variances to project budgetsAssist with periodic revenue forecasts and budgetingSupport and/or participate in various teams and office committees Your Capabilities and CredentialsProficient in MS Office skills, with advanced skills in MS ExcelExcellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of communicating to multiple groups across multiple officesUnderstanding of project accounting principles and project profitabilityStrong problem solving and analytical mindset with ability to synthesize data and ideas, identify potential issues and trends, and make recommendationsAbility to analyze large datasets within spreadsheets or database systems to produce reports or dashboardsAbility to interpret and act upon the requirements outlined in agreements and contractsStrong attention to detail and documentationDemonstrated ability to multi-task and manage time, work on several projects or tasks at once, organize workflows, set priorities and make timely decisions in a rapidly changing environmentAble to work with a combination of work styles - collaboratively as part of a team as well as work independently and maintaining autonomyWilling to take initiative and ownership of areas of responsibility to meet project requirementsWillingness and ability to learn new software applications as they are introduced to improve project deliveryEducation and ExperienceBachelor's or Associate degree in finance, business, engineering, or related is preferred with a minimum of 2 years' experience or equivalent combination of skills and experienceExperience in an architecture / engineering firm, accounting firm or construction related company is preferred2 years of experience performing project controls, project management, financial analysis, cost management, and other related project controls functions over the life of a project is preferredExperience with Financial/Cost systems (Oracle, Prolog, etc.) is preferredExperience with scheduling software (Primavera, Microsoft Project, etc.) would be an assetThis description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.Why Choose Stantec?Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives. We put people first and want to help you make that appointment or the activity that you need to attend. At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.Are you interested in this role but don't meet every single requirement? At Stantec we create opportunities by inviting, embracing, and celebrating differences. So even if your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.