Project Controls Specialist

Stantec

Edmonton

On-site

CAD 110,000 - 170,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Project Controls Specialist in Edmonton, AB to lead scheduling and cost control, collaborating with project managers and accounting to align baselines, budgets, and cash flows. The role emphasizes EVM, data integration, and proactive risk management within engineering and construction settings.

You will work with Primavera P6, SharePoint, and other PM tools to forecast, report, and optimize project performance, while communicating effectively across teams and stakeholders in

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business, or related field.
10+ years of experience in project controls, including both scheduling and cost controls.
Advanced expertise in Primavera P6 for schedule development, resource loading, and cost integration
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and earned value analysis
Familiarity with project management systems such as SharePoint, Trimble Unity Construct, Aconex, or similar
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other standard business tools

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated project schedules and cost control systems to ensure alignment with project objectives
Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Accountant to establish baseline schedules (cost and resource loaded), set up program and projects’ control budget and tasks
Perform ongoing schedule updates and cost tracking, including progress measurement, forecasting, and variance analysis by updating the actual cost and resources in the schedule
Prepare and maintain cash flow projections, budget forecasts, and schedule forecasts, ensuring consistency between cost and schedule data
Monitor project performance related to scope, schedule, and cost, and recommend corrective actions when deviations occur
Analyze and report on schedule performance (critical path, delays, float) and cost performance (earned value, variances, trends)
Support and administer change management processes, including evaluation of both schedule and cost impacts, and implementing the change orders in the Project CBS and the schedule
Prepare Backup for the Invoices in full liaison with Project Accountant
Support Project Managers to prepare input for the monthly reports
Interface with project team and subs on all project controls matters related to scheduling and cost management
Implement and support project control processes, including progress measurement, forecasting, change control, and reporting cycles
Track, document, and communicate variances, trends, and risks affecting both schedule and budget
Maintain accurate data in a centralized system of record to ensure consistency and reliability of project reporting

Skills

CPM scheduling

Earned value management

Scheduling & cost control

Excel & data analysis

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

SharePoint

Trimble Unity Construct

Aconex

Excel

Job description

When you care deeply about the work you do, it’s rewarding to see it through from concept to completion. We partner with clients to provide both program management and construction management to strategize, plan, and implement projects that drive organizations forward. From hospitals and airports to university campuses, mass transit systems, water treatment facilities, mines, and wind farms, we've successfully managed thousands of projects.

Joining our team, turning visionary ideas into reality, will shape your future—and the future of your community.

We are strategizing, planning, and implementing projects that help clients achieve their organization’s objectives. Join our award-winning program management team and bring transformational project solutions to life.

Your Opportunity

We are currently looking to add a Project Controls Specialist to support program and project management activities. In this role, the individual will apply technical expertise in both project scheduling and cost controls, contributing equally to planning, performance monitoring, forecasting, and reporting within a fast-paced, professional design and construction environment under the guidance of program leadership.

Your Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and monitor integrated project schedules and cost control systems to ensure alignment with project objectives
Collaborate with Project Managers and Project Accountant to establish baseline schedules (cost and resource loaded), set up program and projects’ control budget and tasks
Perform ongoing schedule updates and cost tracking, including progress measurement, forecasting, and variance analysis by updating the actual cost and resources in the schedule
Prepare and maintain cash flow projections, budget forecasts, and schedule forecasts, ensuring consistency between cost and schedule data
Monitor project performance related to scope, schedule, and cost, and recommend corrective actions when deviations occur
Analyze and report on schedule performance (critical path, delays, float) and cost performance (earned value, variances, trends)
Support and administer change management processes, including evaluation of both schedule and cost impacts, and implementing the change orders in the Project CBS and the schedule
Prepare Backup for the Invoices in full liaison with Project Accountant
Support Project Managers to prepare input for the monthly reports
Interface with project team and subs on all project controls matters related to scheduling and cost management
Implement and support project control processes, including progress measurement, forecasting, change control, and reporting cycles
Track, document, and communicate variances, trends, and risks affecting both schedule and budget
Maintain accurate data in a centralized system of record to ensure consistency and reliability of project reporting

Your Capabilities and Credentials

Strong understanding of both scheduling and cost control principles, including CPM scheduling and earned value management (EVM)
Proven experience in developing and managing project schedules and budgets within engineering and construction environments
Ability to integrate cost and schedule data to provide meaningful performance insights and forecasts
Experience in preparing cost and resource loaded schedules and updating the actual costs and resources monthly to prepare the cashflow and resource forecast
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and recommend practical solutions
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Detail-oriented with a strong focus on data accuracy, completeness, and consistency
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
Proactive and results-driven, with the ability to anticipate risks and support decision-making
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in project controls, including both scheduling and cost controls
Advanced expertise in Primavera P6 for schedule development, resource loading, and cost integration
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and earned value analysis
Familiarity with project management systems such as SharePoint, Trimble Unity Construct, Aconex, or similar
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other standard business tools

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.

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Pay Transparency

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary

Regular full‑time and part‑time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax‑free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short‑term/long‑term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax‑free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location

Canada | AB | Edmonton

Other Locations

Canada | AB | Calgary

Organization

BC-1319 EnvSvcs-CA PMCM

Employee Status

Regular

Business Justification

New Position

Travel

Yes