Senior or Lead Project Controls - Mining, Minerals and Metals

Worley; Oakville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Senior or Lead Project Controls Specialist in Oakville, Ontario. This role is crucial for ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery of large-scale projects in the Mining, Minerals, and Metals sector. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Engineering or a related field and possess expert skills in project planning and cost control using Primavera P6. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in project controls for large-scale EPC/EPCM projects.
• Direct experience in Mining, Minerals, or Metals sectors.
• Expert proficiency in Primavera P6 and advanced MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated master schedules using Primavera P6.
• Perform critical path analysis and advise on mitigation plans.
• Establish and control detailed budget and cash-flow forecasts.

Skills

Project Planning

Cost Control

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Advanced MS Excel

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Job description

Senior or Lead Project Controls – Mining, Minerals and Metals

Join Worley as a Senior or Lead Project Controls Specialist, responsible for ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery of large‑scale capital projects within the Mining, Minerals, and Metals sector.

Purpose

We are seeking an experienced and highly analytical professional to serve as a subject matter expert in all facets of project control, including cost, schedule, estimating, and reporting, working closely with Project Management and Executive Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning and Scheduling – develop and maintain integrated master schedules (Level 3‑5) using Primavera P6 for all project phases.
• Perform critical path analysis to identify potential delays and advise on mitigation and recovery plans.
• Manage and control the scheduling baseline, ensuring change tracking and approval via formal change management.
• Oversee the progress measurement system (physical and earned value) and coordinate reporting.
• Cost Control and Forecasting – establish and maintain WBS and CBS, manage detailed budget and cash‑flow forecasts, monitor expenditures, analyze variances.
• Implement and maintain Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, calculate SPI, CPI, EAC, etc.
• Support internal estimates and external proposals for capital projects.
• Reporting, Analysis, and Leadership – prepare and present comprehensive monthly status reports, lead change‑management process, champion adherence to project controls procedures.
• Lead role: manage, mentor, and train a team of junior project controls analysts/specialists.

Qualifications & Experience

• Senior‑level, progressive experience in project controls for large‑scale EPC/EPCM industrial projects.
• Direct experience within Mining, Minerals, or Metals sectors is essential.
• Expert‑level proficiency in Primavera P6 and advanced MS Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables).
• Strong understanding of EVM methodologies.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.

Desired Assets

• Experience with integrated project management systems (SAP, Oracle, InEight, EcoSys, Power BI).
• Previous experience in a lead or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of Canadian regulatory and permitting processes related to mining projects.

Company Commitment

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

Location & Details

Primary Location: CAN-ON-Oakville

Job Posting: Nov 17, 2025

Unposting Date: Dec 17, 2025

Reporting Manager Title: Senior Director, Project Management