Project Control Officer

 Reference Number : 983 

Status : Permanent - Full-time  

Annual Salary / Hourly Rate : $86 366 - $106 687

Number of positions to be filled : 1 

Application Deadline : 11/08/2025

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility. 

Are you ready to help shape the future of sustainable transportation in Canada? VIA Rail is looking for a Project Control Officer (PCO) to join our dynamic Maintenance Center Modernization Program team. This is a high-impact role where you’ll contribute to the modernization of our infrastructure while growing your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Why Join VIA Rail?

At VIA Rail, we don’t just move people—we move careers forward. We offer:

• Competitive Compensation & Pension Plan
• Comprehensive Group Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Life)
• Generous Vacation & Paid Time Off
• Hybrid Work Options & Flexible Schedules
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Free or Discounted Travel Privileges Across Canada
• Inclusive and Diverse Work Environment
• Professional Development & Training Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Internal Mobility & Career Advancement Pathways
• Mentorship & Leadership Development Programs

Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise or take on new challenges, VIA Rail supports your growth every step of the way.

As a PCO, you’ll play a strategic role in supporting project managers, ensuring the successful delivery of multiple initiatives through expert financial oversight, planning, and advisory support.

What You’ll Do

• Financial Oversight: Monitor and control project finances including accruals, forecasts, budgets, and invoicing.
• Cycle Management: Ensure timely delivery of monthly financial project management cycles.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Procurement and Accounts Payable on change requests and invoicing.
• Project Tracking: Oversee progress reports and maintain project logs (approvals, risks, issues, resources, etc.).
• Project Initiation: Support project start-up activities including drafting business plans, budgets, and timelines.
• Performance Analysis: Assess project progress and support mitigation strategies with project and portfolio managers.
• Advisory Role: Guide project teams on standards, methodologies, templates, and tools.
• Project Closure: Facilitate lessons learned and administrative close-out activities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, administration, or management.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in project control.
• PMI certification (CAPM or PMP) is an asset.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Project Online, Power BI, and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of cost tracking, project planning, and PMBOK methodologies.
• Experience with Oracle’s project costing modules is an asset.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is required.

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At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

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