Advanced Work Packaging Planner - Services

Graham Contracting, Ltd.; Town of Bonnyville; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Living Out Allowance (LOA)

Travel allowance

Job summary

Graham Contracting, Ltd. in Bonnyville, Alberta seeks an Advanced Work Packaging Planner to align engineering, procurement and construction activities, developing CWPs, IWPs, and Work Face Planning to deliver safe, predictable project outcomes.

Reporting to the Planning Manager, the role requires 5+ years in industrial construction planning, PMP/PMI-SP or equivalent assets, and strong coordination across teams. On-site schedule-driven project with LOA and travel allowances.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering Technology
• Construction Management degree (asset)
• PMP/PMI-SP/PSP or similar certifications (assets)
• Proficiency with Primavera P6 and MS Office; 4D scheduling tools an asset

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated schedules for medium- to high-complexity industrial projects.
• Lead AWP planning including CWPs, IWPs, and Work Face Planning deliverables.
• Monitor schedule performance with EV analysis, dashboards, and forecasting.
• Identify schedule risks and opportunities; propose mitigation and scenario analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractors, and project controls teams.

Job description

Advanced Work Packaging Planner - Services

Requisition ID: 32486

Employment Type: Permanent FT (CAN)

Workplace Type: On-Site

Build What Matters

At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just maintain assets, we extend their life and maximize their value. As part of our Services Division, you’ll contribute to critical work across the region, supporting sectors such as oil and gas, petrochemical, renewable energy, power, mining, forestry, underground, heavy construction, maintenance, turnarounds, and sustaining capital.

Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting.

Your Impact Starts Here

Graham is seeking expressions of interest from motivated individuals to join our talent pipeline for future opportunities supporting the Services Division at the Bonnyville location.

Reporting to the Planning / Scheduling Manager, the Advanced Work Packaging Planner plays a key role in supporting project execution by aligning engineering, procurement, and construction activities through the development of Construction Work Packages (CWPs), Installation Work Packages (IWPs), and Work Face Planning processes that drive safe, predictable, and efficient project delivery.

This project is based out of Bonnyville, Alberta and is on a 10 days on, 4 days off schedule. Living Out Allowance (LOA) and travel allowance are available based on candidate eligibility.

Your Role in Building What Matters – From Office to Site

• Develop and maintain integrated project schedules for medium- to high-complexity industrial construction projects, ensuring alignment with contract requirements, project milestones, and execution strategies
• Lead Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) planning activities, including the development and coordination of Construction Work Packages (CWPs), Installation Work Packages (IWPs), and Work Face Planning deliverables
• Monitor and report project performance through schedule updates, earned value analysis, progress dashboards, milestone tracking, and forecasting to support informed decision-making
• Identify schedule risks and opportunities, develop mitigation strategies, and provide scenario analysis to help keep projects on track and optimize project outcomes
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, subcontractor, and project controls teams to integrate project deliverables, improve work readiness, and support successful project execution

The Right Tools for the Job

• Education: Diploma in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline; a Degree in Engineering or Construction Management is considered an asset
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of industrial construction planning and scheduling experience, with demonstrated expertise in Advanced Work Packaging (AWP), Work Face Planning (WFP), Construction Work Packages (CWPs), and Installation Work Packages (IWPs). Experience supporting projects from initiation through closeout within EPC, Design-Build, CM, or similar delivery models is preferred
• Certifications: PMP, PMI-SP, PSP, EIT, P.Eng., CCDA, CET, or other relevant project controls and scheduling certifications are considered assets
• Software: Proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite required. Experience with Microsoft Project, TILOS, Powerproject, vPlanner, model integration, and 4D scheduling tools are considered an asset
• Knowledge & Skills: Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, project controls, delay analysis, schedule risk management, and cross-functional coordination. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across project teams and stakeholders

At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from people with disabilities. Accomodations are available on request to your recruiter for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Information at a Glance

Why Graham?

As proud employee-owners, we believe in sharing our success.Your contributions don't just matter – they create our success.

We offer opportunities to work on diverse projects across Canadaand the U.S. across our Buildings, Infrastructure, Industrial, Waterand Services divisions.

Enjoy competitive benefits, career mobility, and a culture built on commitment, integrity, and reliability.