Project Controls Specialist & Owner's Representative

Dokainish & Company; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional consultancy firm is looking for a Project Controls Specialist to manage schedules on $50M+ commercial construction projects. This hybrid role, requiring relocation to Calgary, involves coordinating with stakeholders, verifying construction progress, and maintaining a strong focus on site safety. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in project controls with proven independence and proficiency in scheduling software. Regular travel within Alberta is required, with the potential for additional tasks in complex construction environments.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of project controls, construction management, or owner's representative experience.
• Hands-on experience with $50M+ construction projects, particularly Class A office or commercial construction.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to site safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules for construction projects.
• Conduct regular site visits to verify progress against contractor claims.
• Interface with client stakeholders and contractor teams for schedule alignment.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Scheduling software proficiency

Construction cost management

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Project Controls Specialist – Owner's Representative(Edmonton, AB)

Since 2011 Dokainish & Company has been providing world class professional consultancy services. We specialize in working diligently and collaboratively with our clients to achieve long-lasting and impactful results across numerous business functions. Our areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, Project Controls, Project Management, Quantitative Risk Analysis, Organizational Change Management, Enterprise Reporting, Estimating, Asset Management, and System Implementation for Capital Projects. We draw upon decades of project experience to deliver customized solutions to our clients’ most complex challenges.

About the Role:

We're seeking a Project Controls Specialist to serve as owner's representative on $50M+ commercial construction projects. You'll manage the client's master schedule, validate contractor progress, and coordinate across GCs, vendors, and internal client teams on complex, long-duration projects (24+ months). This role requires independence, regular site presence, and the ability to challenge vendor claims while maintaining collaborative relationships.

Location:

Remote (Edmonton, AB) with regular travel to Calgary and project sites (Relocation to Calgary required within 2-3 years).

Role Description:

• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules incorporating inputs from GCs, vendors, owner departments, IT/telecom, and FF&E providers.
• Conduct regular site visits (multiple times weekly during construction) to verify physical progress against contractor claims and challenge inconsistencies.
• Interface with client stakeholders and contractor teams to drive schedule alignment, multi-party coordination, and issue resolution.
• Coordinate construction activities around operational constraints (24/7 facilities, server rooms, control centers).
• Track change orders, schedule impacts, cost monitoring, and budget variance analysis.
• Support weekly progress updates and monthly formal reports with schedule analytics and risk assessment.

Required Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of project controls, construction management, or owner's representative experience.
• Hands‑on experience on active construction sites ($50M+ projects preferred), particularly Class A office or commercial construction.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to site safety (CSO or equivalent training an asset).
• Proven ability to work independently in remote/hybrid roles with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency with scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, or similar) and construction cost management.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills—diplomatic yet firm when validating contractor performance.
• Comfortable in complex, ambiguous environments with competing priorities.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel regularly within Alberta with occasional vendor/fabrication yard visits.
• Must be willing to relocate to Calgary, AB within 2-3 years.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Owner's representative experience on complex capital projects with mission-critical or 24/7 operational components.
• Oil & gas or energy sector client experience (corporate facilities, campus developments).
• Experience coordinating non-construction elements (FF&E, IT infrastructure, commissioning, move management).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with PMIS platforms (Procore, Aconex) or cost management systems (EcoSys, Prism).
• Professional designation (PMI-SP, PSP, PMP, CCT) or working toward certification.

Note: This role description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required.

If you believe your skillset, drive, qualifications, and experience match, we welcome your application and can’t wait to hear from you.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining Dokainish & Company. Please note only those candidates considered for an initial interview will be contacted.

Note: VACANCY STATUS: This posting is for a new position.
AI USAGE: This organization does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this particular open position. All applications are personally reviewed by our Talent Acquisition Team.

Dokainish & Company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status required by applicable law.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and Dokainish & Company AODA Policy, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.