Project Planner

Employee Benefit Consultants, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation 4 weeks

Group insurance

RRSP with DPSP

Telemedicine access

Training and development programs

Employee assistance program

Wellness committee

Job summary

EBC Inc. is seeking an experienced Construction Planner/Scheduler to support major infrastructure projects in Ontario. You will develop and manage schedules across bid, design, procurement, and delivery phases, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and best practices.

Your role involves collaborating with project teams, preparing progress reports, and implementing EVM via Primavera P6 to track performance and forecast trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years as Construction Planner/Scheduler.
• Strong Primavera P6 expertise with WBS and coding.
• MS Project is an asset; Synchro 4D/Navisworks are assets.
• Scheduling certifications (PMI-SP, AACE PSP) are assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and monitor project schedules using Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Develop complex schedules for major projects and manage lifecycle planning.
• Coordinate planning activities and communicate with stakeholders.
• Prepare progress reports and performance indicators (SPI, CPI).
• Lead Earned Value Management implementation within Primavera P6.

Skills

Construction sequencing

Scheduling

WBS coding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Synchro 4D

Navisworks

Job description

State/Province Ontario

K1S

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, and marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets, along with our extensive expertise, allows us to play an active role in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM), and the Site C hydroelectric power station near Fort St. John, BC.

Responsibilities:

• Support project teams in the development, updating, and monitoring of project schedules using industry-standard planning software (Primavera P6 and MS Project), while ensuring compliance with contract requirements and industry standards.
• Participate directly in the development of complex schedules for major projects.
• Be responsible for planning activities throughout the entire project lifecycle, from bid preparation and design through procurement and project delivery.
• Ensure effective communication among all stakeholders involved in project delivery and work closely with project teams.
• Promote and standardize the use of project schedules through the development of project management practices and scheduling culture across projects.
• Integrate all required information to enable detailed tracking of every phase of project execution.
• Prepare weekly or on-demand progress reports and performance indicators (SPI, CPI).
• Develop cash flow curves and lead the implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM) within Primavera P6.
• Prepare the planning section of the monthly project progress report.
• Ensure the effective dissemination of schedule-related information, including schedule evolution, critical path status, delays, data analysis, and impacts on project delivery.
• Demonstrate advanced proficiency with scheduling software while maintaining close collaboration with operations teams throughout all project phases (bidding, execution, and claims management) to optimize and enhance business processes.
• Identify and monitor the project critical path.
• Develop project schedules and distribute them to the appropriate teams.
• Coordinate planning activities with other team members.
• Ensure compliance with project management best practices.
• Attend meetings related to planning and scheduling activities.
• Attend site meetings as required.
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Construction Planner/Scheduler.
  
• Strong expertise in Primavera P6 (essential) including the use of Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and coding
  
• systems. MS Project (an asset),
  
• Knowledge of schedule quality audits (DCMA 14-Point Assessment) and 4D scheduling software (Synchro 4D,
  
• Navisworks) is an asset.
  
• Scheduling certification is an asset (PMI-SP, AACE PSP).
  
• Risk management training is an asset.
  
• Solid understanding of construction sequencing and methodologies.
  
• Knowledge of the Last Planner System (LPS) in construction projects (an asset).
  
• Bilingualism: English required, French (an asset)
  
• Eligibility to obtain security clearance for projects requiring it.
  
• Valid driver’s license
  

Desired Profile

• Strong team player with attention to detail, rigor, organizational skills, prioritization abilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to train and lead change.
  
• Curious and willing to think outside the box.
• Ability to coordinate activities effectively with other team member
• Commitment to applying project management best practices.
• Accountable and dependable.
• Strong analytical mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain flexibility and availability when required
• Detail-oriented approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong foundation in construction sequencing and project execution methodologies.
• Good knowledge of quantitative schedule risk analysis, schedule maintenance, change management, progress measurement and assessment, trend analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
  
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, make decisions, and provide direction to others to ensure the quality of project deliverables.
  
• 4 weeks of annual vacation
  
• Flexible group insurance program from day one
  
• Group RRSP with employer contributions to a DPSP
  
• 24/7 access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine)
  
• Training and professional development programs
  
• Employee assistance program
  
• Active social club and wellness committee
  
• Innovative, diverse, and collaborative work environment
  
• Company culture based on respect, integrity, and quality workmanship
  
• Recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
  
• Corporate clothing program upon hiring.
  

In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $90,000-$140,000 . Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance-based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals.

EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.