In Office Project Controls Specialist - PL#64961

Peter Lucas; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A project management firm in Canada is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to provide project management support and ensure efficient controls. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in the utility sector, strong knowledge in project management, and proficiency in relevant software. The role offers health and dental benefits, pension matching, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health and Dental Benefits

Pension Matching

Company Incentives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project controls, cost control, or project management support experience.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and controls support including cost, schedule, metrics.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts.
• Monitor progress against deliverables and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Project management principles

Cost control

Strong analytical skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Primavera P6

Experience with financial reporting

Education

PMP or CAPM certification

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

SAP

Excel

Job description

Overview

Peter Lucas Project Management is a group of energetic and curious problem-solvers in the mining industry; we are currently looking for a Project Controls Specialist to join our team.

We provide a variety of work, professional challenges, and learning opportunities with an environment that supports targeted professional growth, a diverse community, health and dental benefits, and improved job security. We seek to create an environment where everyone can succeed in a career they are passionate about while contributing to a better future.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management and controls support, including cost, schedule, metrics, and reporting.
• Assist PMs with planning, supervision, performance tracking, and process development.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
• Monitor progress against deliverables, analyze variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare project control deliverables, reports, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Manage change orders, invoices, financial transactions, and cost-control files.
• Support procurement activities and ensure timely communication of project risks and status.
• Drive continuous improvement in schedule efficiency.

The ideal candidate will work out of the Regina office supporting the project, Monday to Friday.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project controls, cost control, or project management support experience (utility, power, or energy sector preferred).
• Strong knowledge of project management principles (scope, schedule, cost, change management, risk management).
• Proficiency in project controls software and tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Excel, SAP or similar ERP systems).
• Experience with cost forecasting, variance analysis, invoicing, and financial reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating with Project Managers, teams, and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic project environment.
• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification (asset).
• Experience working on utility or large industrial construction projects (asset).

Benefits

• Health and Dental Benefits
• Pension Matching
• Company Incentives

Salary: Open to wage negotiations based on experience and qualifications.

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis. We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada. As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.