Senior Project Controller - Primavera P6 Scheduler

Why Choose WSP?

• We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and are committed to maintaining it.
• Flexible work policy: We recognize the importance of work-life balance and support our employees in achieving it.
• A Canadian success story: We are proud to represent Canada and showcase its expertise around the world.
• Enhancing the world around us: From the environment to infrastructure and buildings, we contribute to the sustainable development of communities.
• Exceptional career opportunities: We continue to grow, embrace innovation, and pursue continuous improvement.
• We offer competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, a strong organizational culture, and comprehensive employee benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the financial planning, management, and control of projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial plans.
• Oversee project revenues, costs, margins, profitability, and cash flow performance.
• Partner with Project Managers to ensure project financial objectives and contractual requirements are achieved.
• Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual project financial review processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports, dashboards, and performance analyses to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Monitor financial and operational KPIs to evaluate project health and performance.
• Identify financial risks and opportunities and develop mitigation and optimization strategies.
• Coordinate and provide guidance to Project Controllers and Financial Analysts on project financial matters.
• Ensure compliance with corporate financial policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
• Support strategic planning, portfolio analysis, and business decision-making initiatives.
• Develop financial models, forecasting tools, and scenario analyses to support project and business objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and financial process optimization across the organization.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Financial Engineering, or a related field.
• Master's degree or postgraduate qualification in Finance, Business Administration (MBA), Project Management, Project Controls, or a related discipline is highly preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in project financial management, financial PMO environments, project controls, financial planning, or similar leadership roles.
• Proven experience managing budgets, forecasts, financial controls, profitability analysis, and cash flow for large and complex projects.
• Experience within engineering, infrastructure, construction, consulting, or professional services organizations.
• Demonstrated experience working with multidisciplinary teams and managing relationships with senior stakeholders.

Technical Skills

• Advanced financial analysis and financial modeling.
• Budget management and forecasting.
• Cost control and project profitability analysis.
• Cash flow management and financial performance reporting.
• Financial risk management.
• KPI development and performance measurement.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Proficiency in Power BI or other business intelligence and data visualization tools.
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, JD Edwards, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of PMO frameworks, project management methodologies, and project controls principles.

Core Competencies

• Leadership and team management.
• Strategic thinking.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Data-driven decision-making.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder management and influence.
• Results-oriented mindset.
• Collaboration and teamwork.
• Continuous improvement and innovation.

Languages

• Advanced English proficiency (C1 or higher) required, both written and spoken.
• French language proficiency will be considered an asset.

Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and qualifications demonstrating the ability to successfully perform the responsibilities of the role will be considered.