Team Lead, Project Controls

SECURE is a leading Waste Management and Energy Infrastructure company based in Calgary, Alberta. Our comprehensive infrastructure network spans across western Canada and North Dakota and includes Waste Management Facilities, Industrial Landfills, Pipeline Operations, Metals and Mining, Specialty Chemicals, as well as Energy Infrastructure services such as Blending, Facility Supply, Trading, and Storage.

At SECURE, safety is our top priority. As outlined in our core values, working the SECURE way begins with working safely. Safety is the foundation of our culture—because without safety, nothing else matters.

The Team Lead, Project Controls is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing SECURE’s project controls program, ensuring effective cost, schedule, and performance management across SECURE’s portfolio of projects. This role provides both technical and people leadership by guiding project controls practices, coaching team members, and driving process improvements.

The Team Lead manages a team of project controls professionals and is accountable for developing scalable processes that align with SECURE’s governance frameworks. They will partner closely with Project Managers, Construction, Finance, Supply Chain, and Senior Leadership to establish consistent reporting, governance, and controls across Capital, Operations, Landfill and Optimization projects.

The Technical Services team is collaborative, engaging, and made up of dynamic individuals who are passionate about driving SECURE’s success.

The Team Lead, Projects Control position is a full-time role based at our Calgary Brookfield office. It follows a Monday to Friday schedule, with a standard 40-hour work week.

The responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:
 

• Partner with Project Managers, Construction, Operations, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure alignment of budgets, forecasts, and execution strategies.
• Facilitate month end activities with Project Managers ensuring accurate accrual, forecasting, and variance reporting across active projects.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain to revise and issue project-related purchase orders as required, maintaining alignment with budgets, forecasts, change management processes, and project reporting requirements.
• Lead the development and optimization of project control processes, templates, and reporting tools, driving efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Champion the effective use of ERP (Microsoft D365 F&O) and related systems for project tracking and reporting.
• Lead the ownership, development, and governance of all project management tools, including D365 SOPs, AFE approval templates and reporting frameworks, ensuring alignment with corporate standards such as the Project Management Manual (PMM) and Cost Control Framework.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of project controls professionals.
• Foster autonomy within the team by delegating tasks effectively and mentoring team members to increase capacity for strategic contributions.
• Establish team priorities and align them with SECURE’s strategic project goals and objectives.
• Support integration of business intelligence tools (Power BI, Power Apps, Excel) to enable data-driven decision-making.
• Lead the adoption of digital solutions to improve efficiency and visibility across project controls functions.

The individual in this role will have:

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in project controls, cost control, or project management support, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in oilfield, energy, or industrial projects preferred.
• Strong understanding of project control methodologies, forecasting, earned value management, and reporting.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Power BI, Power Apps, Outlook).
• Advanced ERP experience; Microsoft D365 F&O preferred.
• Familiarity with project cost systems, vendor management tools, and invoice processing (e.g., OpenInvoice).
• Strong communication skills, able to influence and collaborate across levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to build, mentor, and scale high-performing teams.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities.
• Professional certifications such as PMP, AACE (Cost Control), or other related designations are considered strong assets.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and SECURE’s core values.
• Ability to travel to SECURE facilities as required

At SECURE, we are committed to fostering growth and continuous improvement—for our employees, customers, partners, and the communities where we operate. Our energetic team is driven by customer needs, and we are passionate about making a meaningful impact.

We recognize and reward our employees' contributions by offering a competitive compensation package designed to attract, retain, and motivate top talent. Our offerings include:

• Competitive industry wages
• Employer-paid benefits, including health, dental, and more
• Health Care Spending Account and Employee Livewell Program
• Employee Savings Plans to support financial well-being
• Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
• A competitive employee referral program
• Industry-leading safety standards ensuring a secure workplace
• Community investment initiatives that make a real difference – Learn more

At SECURE, we believe that diversity is our strength.

Every employee has the right to feel safe, valued, and empowered. We take pride in fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities, support, and success.

Join us and be part of a team that’s making a difference.