Project Controls Student

Canadian Natural; Calgary; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Volunteer opportunities

Intern Social Committee

Industry leading recruitment program

Job summary

Canadian Natural is seeking a Project Controls Engineering Student to join the Oil Sands Estimating team in Calgary. You will support asset life cycle cost data management and gain exposure to cost estimation, databases, and benchmarking across Downstream and Upstream facilities.

You will work under the Manager of Estimating, with a focus on data analysis, statistical methods, and tool maintenance. This paid student term offers real-world experience and professional development within a leading

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor of Construction Management preferred. Engineering disciplines may also be considered.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Good knowledge of the basics of statistics and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of cost data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Data analysis and normalization.
• Database development and organization.
• Probability and statistical analysis.
• Develop key metrics for conceptual estimating and benchmarking.
• Labor productivity analysis.
• Maintenance of estimating tools and templates.

Skills

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Statistics

Analytical skills

Cost data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Construction Management

Engineering disciplines (considered)

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Are you a student looking for an exciting opportunity that is full of meaningful, diverse, and ambitious assignments working alongside industry leading professionals? Join Canadian Natural, where we strive to provide opportunities based on your abilities, helping you to contribute in a meaningful way and apply your academic experience to challenging and rewarding projects!

As a Project Controls Engineering Student, you will be a part of the Oil Sands Estimating team and will assist in the support of asset life cycle cost data management. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of cost estimation, database, and benchmarking development. Reporting to the Manager of Estimating, you will be working with cost data of Downstream and Upstream Oil Sand Major Facilities.

• Job location:Calgary, Alberta - Head Office
• Work schedule:5 days on, 2 days off, 8 hours per day (Monday - Friday)
• Term start & length:January 12 months or May 8 months
• Safety sensitive position:Yes

Key Accountabilities:

• Data analysis and normalization
• Database development and organization
• Probability and statistical analysis
• Develop key metrics for use in conceptual estimating and benchmarking
• Labor productivity analysis
• Maintenance of estimating tools and templates

What You Bring to The Role:

• Currently enrolled in Bachelor of Construction Management preferred. Engineering disciplines may also be considered
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Good knowledge of the basics of statistics and analytical skills
• Good understanding of cost data analysis
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

What We Offer:

• Paid time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays in July and August
• Students may be eligible for relocation assistance pursuant to Canadian Natural's Student Relocation Policy (students will be responsible for finding their own accommodations during the work term)
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Opportunities to partake in initiatives such as the Intern Social Committee

All candidates applying to Canadian Natural must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. This posting will close once a successful candidate has been selected.

About Us

Canadian Natural operates one of the largest Campus Recruitment programs in the country, hiring over 400 students every year. Students hired on with us are made to feel a part of the team, gaining high level experience, knowledge, and training that introduces and prepares them for full-time employment.

Industry Leader: We commenced business in 1989 with a handful of employees and modest production, but today we employ more than 10,000 people and produce over 1 million BOE/d.

Community Investment: Social responsibility is a critical element of our commitment to responsible operations and part of our success and pride as a Company. We are committed to investing in the communities where we live and work, creating shared value along the way.

Compensation and Benefits: We strive to share Company success with all employees through a comprehensive total compensation package.

Our People, Our Stories: Our stories demonstrate the strong culture that exists at Canadian Natural - one that focuses on developing people, working together and doing it right, with fun and integrity.