Manager, Business Controls

Manager, Business Controls

Where Greatness Grows

The greatest achievements in history are borne from the greatness within people - where human potential meets vision, and passion fuels evolution. Unlocking this potential is the most important thing we do at Bird.

As a leader in Canadian construction for over 100 years, the impact of our team is etched deeply within the core of our legacy. Beyond Bird, this impact is felt in the fundamental aspects of our everyday lives. From the critical infrastructure we depend on, to the energy and resources that keep us moving - we are powering our communities and shaping Canada's skylines coast-to-coast. Entrenched in the foundation of a culture built more than a century ago is an enduring quest to reimagine what is possible. Our impact is greater than ever, and we are looking for those who seek to redefine their story.

We are a dynamic team of over 5,000 with a range of professions, backgrounds, and areas of expertise. This breadth of diversity in people and opportunities is one of greatest aspects of building your career with Bird. Every trajectory looks different. At Bird, you hold the pen, and you write your story. As you unlock your potential, you are surrounded by a team that supports you every step of the way.

Be a part of our team, where we pride ourselves on the quality of our work and the way we treat each other and our partners. You will build a career and long-lasting relationships based on respect, collaboration, and a solution-focused mindset. Bird is a place where you will unlock your potential and achieve your goals.

The Manager, Business Controls - Major Projects is responsible for developing and overseeing the planning/scheduling and budget cost controls within Bird's Major Projects Division
This position can be based out of any Bird office in Western Canada with frequent travel to site. Bird promotes a flexible office/home work schedule.

What You Will Be Working On

Advanced Work Planning (AWP):

• Implement AWP principles throughout the project lifecycle to enhance work efficiency and ensure alignment of scope, schedule, and resources.
• Facilitate the breakdown of work into manageable, clearly defined packages (e.g., Work Packages, Sub-Work Packages, etc.), ensuring clear definition of scope and deliverables.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to develop detailed work plans and execution strategies.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to ensure project milestones and critical path are met.

Project Controls Systems & Tools

• Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules using InEight Scheduling, ensuring alignment with project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Set project controls guidelines and responsibilities within a business unit or Project Execution Plan, as well as implement tools and systems necessary to effectively and proactively manage, control, and report on earned value management, cashflow, cost, revenue, forecasting and schedule (progress and projection) for projects
• Provide guidance to project controls and operations/project management teams to recognize emerging issues, leverage lessons learned and drive toolset/process adoption, ensure accuracy of key project metrics in a timely manner, and adherence to corporate guidelines and best practices
• Collaborate with Estimating, Operations and Finance personnel to develop methodologies that will enhance accuracy of project level financial forecasting

Project Setup

• Attend and contribute to Handover and Kick-Off meetings
• Provide project controls input on the commercial, administrative and reporting requirements during project setup
• Collaborates with Estimating, Operations and Finance in project setup to ensure best practices are followed and project team requirements are set

Scheduling

• Directs scheduling functions to ensure projects meet standards and target completion dates
• Oversees the management of the progression of the Schedule throughout the project life-cycle
• Oversees contributions to the Baseline Schedule
• Manage the administrative procedures relating to Schedule updates
• Oversee all schedule analysis and forecasting reporting
• Contribute to all change management scheduling activities

Progress & Cost Tracking

• Utilize InEight Cost Management to track and manage project costs, ensuring alignment with the approved budget.
• Conducts detailed review and analysis of project performance control and reporting to understand and articulate key metrics and trending
• Utilize InEight Project Controls and other project management software to create comprehensive reports on key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure management is provided with timeline review and progress of all projects and activity including completion of monthly project status report and forecasting reporting and endorse suggested corrective actions to maintain the project within planned cost and schedule
• Ensures that tracking and forecasting, progress monitoring, cost reporting meet specific project requirements
• Reviews and approves all project controls reporting
• Ensures the preparation and updating of project cash flows and forecasting as required throughout the project life-cycle

Scope & Change Management

• Oversees and supports project change management, including subcontractor claims, change requests, claims and dispute resolution

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and document project risks using InEight Risk tools and provide recommendations for mitigation strategies.
• Identifies commercial risks and develops mitigation measures to ensure project control deliverables
• Identify opportunities of Project Controls improvement for management review and consideration
• Contribute to Risk Mitigation Plan
• Collaborate on commercial Risk Identification and Assessment activities

People Management

• Creates and maintains a culture and environment that is open and respectful
• Hire, supervise, coach, develop and mentor project controls personnel (ie Project Controls Specialist, Lead, Cost Controller, Planner / Scheduler)
• Communicates with Senior Leadership to ensure adequate resources are provided

Communication

• Key partner to Estimators, Project Managers, Operations teams and Senior Leadership
• Communicates with external clients, client groups and partners, vendors and subcontractors as required

What We Are Looking For

• Undergraduate degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent
• 10-15 years construction industry experience
• Strong proficiency with InEight software suite, including InEight Cost, InEight Schedule, InEight Risk, and InEight Analytics.
• Proven experience and ability in planning, scheduling, financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, estimating and cost control
• Strong knowledge of the "Earned Value Management" principles
• Ability to produce, read and modify schedules and scheduling curves/reports
• Natural leader and team builder who can build strong relationships quickly
• Proven ability to effectively lead project controls staff
• Ability to travel up to 50% (Bird promotes a flexible/hybrid work schedule)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to clearly identify and articulate issues
• Proven problem solver with sound judgment who accepts ownership and accountability
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and employees
• Detail oriented and customer focused
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

We Put Safety First

A healthy and safe work environment is non-negotiable. We build a culture of operational and psychological safety through engagement, learning and leadership.

We Lead With Honesty

We speak and act with integrity, clarity and care so people can trust our word and our work. Being honest means we can deliver the best outcomes and consistent results.

We Are Stronger Together

Success is a team effort. Our inclusive workplace enables our combined expertise, humility and creativity to unlock our greater potential.

We Are Driven To Do Great Work

We built our name on quality. We have a passion for excellence in our work and relationships that honours our businesses and our industry.

We Create Opportunity

Rooted in a solid foundation, we adapt and grow to face the future. We are committed to elevating each other to chart the best path forward in an evolving world.

Bird is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). This is a core part of our culture and guides our actions and strategic priorities. We strive to create an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive and share their unique perspectives and talents. Our ongoing commitments focus on addressing inequities and promoting a better understanding of diversity to build an inclusive and fair culture. We recognize that diverse teams are more knowledgeable, perform better, and achieve greater success. As such, we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and creating opportunities for all employees to grow and succeed.