Project Controls Coordinator

About the role

Bodell Construction, an Aecon company, seeks a Project Controls Coordinator to support project controls systems and tools, assist with project setup, provide scheduling support, track and report project progress and costs, and manage scope changes and claims.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and day-to-day use of project controls systems, ensuring data is entered accurately and consistently
• Aid the project team in using project controls tools for cost tracking, progress measurement, and reporting
• Assist with project setup activities, including WBS structure, cost coding, and cost loading
• Work with the project team to provide accurate field updates for the schedule, including progress, quantities, and sequencing
• Track and enter project progress, quantities, labor hours, and costs in coordination with site teams
• Help ensure labor, equipment, and materials are coded correctly to the appropriate cost accounts
• Prepare project reports, including progress, productivity, and cost performance updates
• Identify basic variances between planned and actual performance
• Develop and update the cost forecast
• Assist in gathering and organizing supporting documentation for change notices and change requests
• Track and log potential and approved changes to ensure they are captured in project records
• Support updates to the project risk register by gathering inputs from the project team
• Compile required weekly and monthly reports for internal and client use
• Work closely with Superintendents, Project Managers, and subcontractors to ensure accurate and timely information flow
• Support coordination between the field and home office project controls team
• Maintain accurate and well-organized project records

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in construction, project coordination, or project controls
• Familiarity with project schedules, cost tracking, and reporting is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced field environment and supporting site operations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP, Primavera, or similar tools is an asset
• Must be able to travel to projects
• Must possess valid driver's license and have access to a vehicle

Qualifications

Applicants must be comfortable working in a fast-paced field environment and supporting site operations. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with SAP, Primavera, or similar tools is preferred. Must be able to travel to projects and possess a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn
• Field environment comfort
• Microsoft Office proficiency
• SAP, Primavera, or similar tools experience
• Travel ability

Benefits

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safe and supportive workplace culture
• Investment in your development through Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, and Leadership Programs
• Collaborative work environment focused on mutual respect, teamwork, and new ideas
• Responsibility in managing risk, safety, and environmental considerations

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position offers a flexible schedule to accommodate the demands of the construction industry.