Projects, when successfully delivered, can strengthen client organizations and the communities they serve.  By managing capital programs and projects as if they were our own, our business, technical, and project management experts work with clients to strategize, plan, and implement projects that help them achieve their organization’s objectives—without surprises.

Our Infrastructure Practice at Stantec advances our communities by way of large projects executed for public and private clients alike.  These projects include the support of integrated Project Controls Analysts who provide schedule, budget, billing support & management dashboard development using PowerBI during project execution.

Join a team of project management specialists that’s passionate about achieving predictable project outcomes for clients and communities as we continue to set high standards for performance, innovation, and service.  We help solve project challenges using formal and strategic project management processes, enabled by project management technology.  Our professionals focus on managing program activities, expectations, and risk, while leading, supporting, and/or advising clients throughout all stages of the project life cycle.  The ongoing success of our team allows you to set the pace of your career.  This is the place where great ideas and rewarding careers call home.

Your Opportunity:

Stantec is seeking an entry level Project Controls Analyst with knowledge of basic cost controls related to Project Management.  In the capacity of Project Controls Analyst, you will be a key point of contact with numerous stakeholders, both internal and external to the project.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Support Project Managers in monitoring and controlling overall project health.   Support Project Managers in timely invoicing which may involve evaluating labor charges and project progress, preparing invoicing instructions for project accountants and/or preparing custom invoices in accordance with client contract requirements. Assist Account Manager and Local Leadership with Stantec’s entries into NCDOT Prequalification System and Consultant Rate System. Create reports and update PowerBI dashboards for project specific analytics and to inform Project Managers of trends analysis as well potential financial impacts. Monitor and ControlDays Sales Outstanding (DSO) to minimize financial interest impacts to the Business Center’s (BC) bottom line. Support monthly financial updates (forecasts) with Project Managers in our Earned Value Management tools. Project Controls support (cost and schedule) for project managers in the delivery and execution of projects through Earned Value Management processes on a portfolio of projects ranging in size. Analyze and provide feedback on trends and impacts to projects costs and schedule. Assist in the preparation of project performance reports on a portfolio of projects which include Earned Value metrics, variance reports and technical information received from Project Managers. Prepare rolling forecast of staff requirements for various projects based on scope of work, input from project managers and other project controls staff; analyze and provide proactive feedback. Change Management: assist in preparation of project change notices, change orders, and maintain change order log. Requests for Equitable Adjustments (REA) as required on projects/contract agreements.

Your Capabilities and Credentials:

Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision.  Excellent communication, time-management, multi-tasking, and organizational skills.  Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with clients, contractors, and staff at all levels. Ability to blend client requirements with company standards and methodology. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel). Preferred: knowledge of scheduling software (including Primavera P6 & Microsoft Project). Preferred: knowledge of data visualization software (including Microsoft PowerBI or Tableau). Ability to report in-person 3-4 full days a week to partner with Project Managers and Business Center leadership.

Education and Experience:

The successful candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in the field of business administration, management, finance, economics, marketing, mathematics, data analytics or another relevant technical field.

Soft skills are critical for this role in interfacing with project teams, project managers & business leaders.

Preferred:

Knowledge of Project Management, Earned Value Management techniques and processes with a strong focus in data analytics, cost analysis, financial forecasting and project scheduling.

1-3 years of professional experience.

This 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.  

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.

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