Project Controls Specialist

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Project Controls Specialist, where your expertise in project scheduling and controls will help shape impactful engineering and construction projects. In this role, you will establish and maintain project schedules, coordinate with diverse teams, and contribute to the successful delivery of projects that matter. This innovative firm values inclusivity and empowers its employee-owners to bring their authentic selves to work. If you are passionate about making a difference and have a strong background in project controls, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in project controls on engineering and construction projects.
• Certifications like PSP, PMP, or PEng are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain complex project schedules and workplans.
• Coordinate with team members and monitor project metrics.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal and leadership skills

Coordination and prioritization

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community but around the world.

In the role of Project Controls Specialist, we'll count on you to:

• Establish WBS, and develop and maintain complex project schedules for various phases of the project.
• Develop and maintain project workplan.
• Coordinate with necessary team members.
• Develop and monitor project metrics.
• Participate in project coordination meetings.
• Conduct project site visits if applicable.
• Perform other duties as needed.
• This is an on-site position, and only local candidates will be considered. Regular in-office attendance is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Business Administration, or Finance.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in project controls work on engineering and construction projects, including planning, estimating, forecasting, scheduling, cost control, schedule control, and project reports.
• Certifications (one or more): PSP, PMP, PEng, CM, EVP, PMI-SP, CST, Architect AIBC, AScT.
• Working knowledge of MS Project or Primavera P6, and ability to interpret construction schedules.
• Previous experience working on healthcare projects.

Required Qualifications:

• The capability to actively progress knowledge in the areas of:
• Oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal and leadership skills
• Coordination and prioritization of multiple long and short-term tasks
• Organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the utmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Posting

: Feb 18, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.

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