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Your Opportunity

Stantec is seeking a Project Controls Specialist with a solid project control function background.  The Project Controls Specialist is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for all aspects of the position as outlined below. 

Your Key Responsibilities Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers Understand contract terms and assist Project Managers with maintaining the life cycle of projects per client requirements and company guidelines. Coordinate with project accounting staff to ensure invoices are submitted per established timelines and contractual requirements. Audit project management reports for financial impacts and provisions for gross profit optimization Assist Project Managers with monthly forecasts and financial estimates Support Project Managers with project/program enterprise structures, i.e. Work Breakdown Structures and Cost Breakdown Structures as part of project budgeting and setup  Perform and manage all budget and cost control functions Prepare month-end reports, variance reports, and ad hoc reports as required Complete analytics and interpret project/program data for continuous improvement Perform financial reconciliations Train, manage, or mentor others as needed Administrate the use of Project Management Information Systems in areas such as budget/cost control, document control, and reporting Your Capabilities and Credentials Experience is required in all aspects of budget and cost controls including budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management Functional understanding of project accounting methods and requirements Proficient in principles and methods related to Earned Value Management Ability to functionally coordinate with both internal and external business processes and to blend the requirements of both Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite (specifically desired: expertise in MS Excel).  Experience with MS Project and SQL /Share point Applications is a plus Applies a detailed approach with exceptional organizational and time management skills Excellent communication skills (both oral and written) Ability to see the "big picture" and use common sense to make decisions Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability and desire to build trusting, long-term relationships and a natural propensity to provide a superior service standard Experienced in working with and providing support to diverse groups at all levels of management Proven self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision  Education and Experience

Relevant technical college graduate or BS degree with 3+ years of experience in project/program controls, project management, or project accounting
A combination of education and experience equalling 5 years or more will be considered
Experience working in a consulting or project management environment is preferred

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.

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Additional Information Salary Range(s): Pay transparency laws require employers to provide the following information for positions that may be in the following jurisdiction(s): Location Description: Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in CO and HI and MD Min Pay Range: 70,200 Max Pay Range: 101,900 Note: The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.