Project Controls Subject Matter Expert (SME) Location: Ottawa. You will strengthen our national capability and support multidisciplinary teams driving major projects across Canada. Responsibilities Guide project teams in applying best‑in‑class project controls methodologies across cost, schedule, risk, change management, performance tracking, and reporting. Support enterprise‑level project governance by developing standardized tools, templates, dashboards, and workflows. Collaborate closely with project managers, finance partners, and technical leads to ensure alignment between scope, schedule, cost, and performance metrics. Advise senior leadership on trends, variances, mitigations, and opportunities based on robust data analytics. Champion continuous‑improvement initiatives and contribute to digital transformation in project delivery systems and processes. Ensure project controls practices meet corporate standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations. Mentor project teams and provide SME‑level guidance across WSP’s Canadian operations. Engage external stakeholders (clients, regulators, partners) to ensure alignment and transparency throughout the project lifecycle. Assist major projects on project set‑up and rollout, performance assessments, and recovery teams where required. Serve as the key liaison for project controls, facilitating clear communication and transparency on project status and issues. Develop, implement, and maintain standardized project control processes, methodologies, and tools for scheduling, budgeting, cost monitoring, and risk management across all projects. Develop and deliver training sessions or workshops, fostering project controls capability across WSP Canada. Continuously evaluate the effectiveness of project control tools and processes. Implement improvements and new technologies as needed. Oversee quality assurance processes related to project controls deliverables, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance. Capture and disseminate lessons learned to support organizational knowledge and future project success. Qualifications Experience in project controls within consulting, engineering, infrastructure delivery, or major capital projects. Strong proficiency with project controls tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Power BI, cost‑control systems – in‑eight experience is an asset). Demonstrated ability to develop and interpret cost models, schedules, dashboards, and performance metrics. Knowledge of best practices for risk management, change control, earned value, and project governance. Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and influence decision‑making using data‑driven insights. Relevant post‑secondary degree in engineering, project management, business, or a related field; industry certifications (PMP, PMI‑SP, AACE) are an asset. 10+ years of experience in project controls, project management, or a related field, including at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role overseeing project control functions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage stakeholders, present complex information, and facilitate workshops or training sessions. Experience supporting organizational change, guiding teams through process, technology, or cultural transformations. Proven ability to coach, mentor, and develop junior team members. Proficiency in both English and French is a significant asset for national roles. Experience establishing a project controls framework or improving project controls systems within an organization. Proficient in earned value management (EVM) and other advanced project performance measurement techniques. Compensation AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $122,900 – $162,800 MB & ON: $112,100 – $154,400 NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $111,000 – $147,400 WSP adheres to principles of equity in employment. Only those who are selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. WSP welcomes and encourages applications from persons in disability. Reasonable accommodations are offered upon request throughout the selection process. Health and safety is a fundamental value with WSP. Adherence to our Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) policy is required at all times. All project sites have specific operational policies and procedures. Complying with workplace safety guidelines, personal protective equipment, specific site risks and applicable standards is mandatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr