Project Controller Student

Hatch; Calgary; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Calgary is offering a 4-month Project Controller Student internship starting January 2027. You will support the Project Controls team across global offices from the Calgary location, gaining hands-on experience in scheduling, cost control, and reporting.

We encourage eager students in Engineering/Construction Management/PM to apply, with opportunities to learn Primavera P6, MS Project, and Power BI while collaborating with engineers and project managers on diverse projects around the

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management.
• Strong interest in developing a career in Project Controls with exposure to planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, Power BI is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating project schedules to support planning and monitoring.
• Prepare weekly and monthly project controls reports, dashboards, and KPIs for teams and management.
• Assist with cost tracking, budgeting, commitment management, and variance analysis.
• Support forecasting activities, including estimating costs at completion and trend analysis.
• Assist with resource planning and workforce forecasting by analyzing labor hours and productivity data.
• Participate in change management processes and monitor impacts on scope, cost, and schedule.
• Help maintain project controls systems, databases, and reporting tools.

Skills

Excel

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Power BI

Job description

Career Opportunities: Project Controller Student (102187)

Requisition ID102187-Posted10/08/2026

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Our Project Delivery Group (PDG) is a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Looking to get the most out of your upcoming internship?

Hatch is seeking a Project Controller Student for a 4-month internship beginning in January 2027. Reporting to the Project Controls Manager in the Project Management & Construction group you will support offices globally working from our Calgary, AB office location.

What Will an Internship at Hatch Offer You:

You will:

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects around the world in meaningful ways.
• Work on problems and gain experience relevant to your field of study in an office environment.
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally.
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis.
• Benefit from formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry.
• Participate in local Lunch and Learns, Hatch Charity Events, the triannual Student Showcase, and more to develop your skills.
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees.

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Assist in the development, maintenance, and updating of project schedules to support project planning, execution, and monitoring activities.
• Assist in preparing weekly and monthly project controls reports, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for project teams and management.
• Assist with cost tracking, budget monitoring, commitment management, and variance analysis.
• Support project forecasting activities, including estimating costs at completion, analyzing trends, and identifying potential risks to project performance.
• Assist with resource planning and workforce forecasting by collecting and analyzing labor hours, productivity data, and resource utilization information.
• Participate in the administration of project change management processes by tracking trends, changes, and potential impacts on project scope, cost, and schedule.
• Help maintain project controls systems, databases, and reporting tools to ensure accurate and timely project information.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, estimators, field personnel, and other stakeholders to gather project data and support decision-making.

You bring to the role:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, at an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Strong interest in developing a career in Project Controls, with exposure to project planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, resource planning, and performance reporting.
• Basic understanding of project management principles and an eagerness to learn Project Controls methodologies and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for data analysis, reporting, and information management.
• Familiarity with project controls tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Power BI, or other project management and reporting software is considered an asset.

Competencies (knowledge, skill, attributes):

• Good understanding of engineering and business fundamentals as they apply to engineering problems and projects.
• Ability to learn quickly and to take on new challenges.
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving and brings forward solutions for our clients' toughest challenges.
• Adapts and embraces change.

Compensation:

Range: $26.00 - $34.00

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well‑being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.