Senior Project Controller - Scheduling

TransLink; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit pass

Extended health

Dental

Public Service Pension Plan enrollment

Job summary

TransLink is seeking a seasoned project controls professional in Vancouver to lead schedule development for large capital projects. The role drives performance monitoring, forecasting, and governance across a diverse portfolio with expert use of Primavera OPC and related tools.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management/business, PMP certification, and has extensive CPM scheduling and earned value experience.

Qualifications

• The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field and PMP certification.
• Experience with CPM scheduling, EVM, and governance-based delivery models.
• Strong schedule risk assessment and analytics capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead schedule development for large capital projects or programs.
• Monitor performance, governance, and forecasting across portfolios.
• Integrate scheduling with cost control and risk management.
• Perform schedule risk analyses and recovery planning.

Skills

CPM Scheduling

Earned Value Management

Governance delivery

Stakeholder communication

Risk analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/ Construction Management/ Business

PMP certification

P.Eng. designation (asset)

PMI-SP/PMI-RMP/EVP assets

Tools

Oracle Primavera Cloud (OPC)

Power BI

Excel

Primavera Risk Analysis

@RISK

Job description

A career at TransLink and our family of companies means working with people with a wide range of skills and perspectives, all teaming up towards a common goal: preserving and enhancing the region's world-envied quality of life. Together, we connect the region and enhance its livability by providing a sustainable transit and transportation network, embraced by our communities and people.

At TransLink we are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace, recognizing the unique value and skills every individual brings.

Looking for a great place to work where your contributions are valued and you can make a difference in a vibrant city? At TransLink, one of BC’s Top Employers, you'll help make Metro Vancouver a better place to live, built on transportation excellence. Put your future in motion!

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

The competencies of this position would typically be acquired through completion of bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline, plus minimum 8 year of progressive experience leading schedule development, performance monitoring, and schedule governance for large, complex capital projects or programs. PMP certification is required (or active pursuit at time of hire); Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation is considered an asset. Extensive Certifications such as PMI-SP, PMI-RMP, AACE PSP, CCP, or EVP are considered strong assets.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Advanced knowledge of project management principles, including Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling, earned value management (EVM), and governance-based delivery models.

Deep understanding of the interdependencies between scheduling, cost control, estimating, and risk management, with demonstrated ability to support integrated planning and forecasting.

Experience with schedule risk assessment methodologies, including Monte Carlo simulations, and proficiency with tools such as Primavera Risk Analysis, @RISK, or equivalent.

Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a strong ability to diagnose schedule performance issues, develop recovery strategies, and forecast long-term delivery impacts.

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex schedule data into actionable insights for senior leadership, technical teams, and external stakeholders.

Proven ability to influence and guide multidisciplinary project teams, build alignment across functions, and foster collaboration with vendors and delivery partners.

Excellent time management and organizational skills, capable of balancing strategic leadership with tactical execution across a diverse portfolio.

High proficiency in project management and business intelligence tools, including Oracle Primavera Cloud (OPC), Power BI, Excel, and industry-standard scheduling software.

Extensive hands‑on experience with Oracle Primavera Cloud (OPC) scope and schedule modules, including configuration of enterprise-level scheduling structures, baselines, and reporting workflows.

Proven track record of supporting schedule risk assessments, integrating scheduling with earned value and cost forecasting, and informing funding or stage‑gate decisions (AiP, SPA, PCA).

Demonstrated success operating within a formal project controls framework, preferably in a public‑sector infrastructure or multi‑stakeholder governance environment.

Other Information

Recruitment Process: An applicant will be required to demonstrate their suitability for this position by meeting the minimum level of qualifications and experience in order to be invited into the selection process. A standard interview format will be used including general, scenario and behavioural descriptive interview questions.

Work Schedule

37.5 hours per week.

Work Designation

Hybrid

This position offers the flexibility of working both on-site and remotely within B.C.

Rate of Pay

The salary for this position ranges from $100,080 - $150,120 per annum. Actual salary offered will be based on education, experience, skills, and qualifications as they relate to the role.

We aim to provide competitive pay that reflects your professional background and expertise. We want to ensure our offer will align with your strengths considering experience, skills, and internal equity to offer a fair and equitable salary. The Total Compensation Package, which includes Extended Health, Dental, Transit Pass and enrollment in the Public Service Pension Plan as well as other employment offerings will be discussed in detail as your application progresses.

TransLink is committed to employment equity and building a diverse workforce, representative of the customers we serve and the many communities in the Metro Vancouver region. We welcome and encourage Indigenous applicants, people of colour, all genders, 2SLGBTQ+ and persons with disabilities to apply. Learn more about TransLink's commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, simply email us at [e-mail].