Scheduler / Project Controls Specialist

ARJAE Design Solutions Ltd.; Nisku; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ARJAE Design Solutions Ltd. in Alberta seeks a Scheduler / Project Controls Specialist to plan, monitor, and report on engineering and fabrication projects.

You will develop integrated schedules, coordinate with project teams, and support forecasting and status reporting to keep projects on track. The role requires 3–7 years in project scheduling or controls, experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Project Management, or related technical program.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and update integrated project schedules for engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction activities.
• Track project performance against plans and identify variances.
• Prepare project reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Assist with progress tracking and status reporting.
• Support change management by documenting schedule impacts.
• Participate in job cost analysis and project performance reviews.
• Assist with risk identification and mitigation planning.

Skills

Project scheduling

Project controls

Forecasting

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Construction Management

Engineering Technology

Project Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Excel

Job description

Arjae is seeking aScheduler / Project Controls Specialistto support the planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of engineering and fabrication projects. This role combines project scheduling expertise with project controls functions, providing critical support to Project Managers, Engineering Teams, and Fabrication Teams throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining project schedules, tracking performance, supporting forecasting activities, and providing meaningful project insights that help ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Scheduling

• Develop, maintain, and update integrated project schedules for engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction activities.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Foremen, and Leads to develop realistic project execution plans.
• Conduct schedule reviews and participate in project team meetings.
• Perform critical path analysis and identify schedule risks, constraints, and opportunities.
• Monitor project progress and schedule performance and communicate impacts to stakeholders.
• Analyze schedule changes resulting from scope revisions, delays, or productivity issues.
• Support schedule recovery planning and optimization efforts when required.
• Track manpower, equipment, and resource utilization requirements.

Project Controls

• Assist in establishing and maintaining project baselines for schedule, cost, and progress measurement.
• Track project performance against established plans and identify variances.
• Support project forecasting activities, including schedule and resource forecasts.
• Prepare project reports, dashboards, and performance metrics.
• Assist Project Managers with progress tracking, earned progress measurement, and project status reporting.
• Support change management activities by documenting and assessing schedule impacts.
• Participate in job cost analysis and project performance reviews.
• Assist with risk identification and mitigation planning.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Support

• Partner with Project Managers and project teams to support effective project execution.
• Communicate schedule status, risks, and forecasted outcomes to stakeholders.
• Support proposal development and estimating activities through schedule preparation and planning input.
• Foster collaboration between engineering, fabrication, procurement, and project management teams.
• Promote and support Arjae’s Safety Management System and programs.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Completion of a Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Project Management, or related technical program.
• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant work experience will be considered.
• PMP, AACE, or other project controls certifications are considered assets.

Experience

• 3 to 7 years of experience in project scheduling, project controls, or project coordination within industrial, energy, fabrication, manufacturing, EPC, or construction environments.
• Experience developing and maintaining schedules usingPrimavera P6and/orMicrosoft Project.
• Understanding of engineering and fabrication project execution processes.
• Experience with project reporting, forecasting, progress measurement, or cost tracking is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Why Join Arjae?

• Work on exciting projects within the helium, oil & gas, and energy sectors.
• Be part of a growing, entrepreneurial organization.
• Collaborate with experienced engineering, fabrication, and project professionals.
• Opportunity for professional growth and career development.

Additional Information

• This position is based inNisku, Alberta.
• Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Occasional travel to client sites may be required.