Senior Project Controls Specialist - Services

Graham; Town of Bonnyville; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Inclusive workplace

Accommodations available

Job summary

Graham in Bonnyville, Alberta, is seeking a Senior Project Control Specialist to support cost control, scheduling, forecasting, and risk management across industrial construction projects. Reporting to the Planning / Scheduling Manager, you’ll ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, with accurate reporting and strong governance.

The role requires 10+ years in project planning/scheduling in industrial or civil environments, with Primavera P6 and MS Office proficiency;

Qualifications

• Diploma in Engineering Technology, Construction Management or related field.
• Engineering/Construction Management degree preferred.
• 10+ years of project planning and scheduling in industrial/civil/commercial construction.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost and schedule control activities, including forecasting and variance analysis.
• Develop and maintain project controls systems, WBS, baseline budgets, and cost/schedule integration.
• Monitor progress, earned value, labour productivity, and expenditure trends.
• Manage change control and scope variations with updated schedules and financial reporting.
• Prepare and present project performance reports and guide project teams.

Skills

Mentor junior planners

Team collaboration

Scheduling analysis

Risk management

Cost control

Education

Diploma in Engineering Technology, Construction Management

Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Tilos

Powerproject

vPlanner

4D/model-based scheduling

Job description

Requisition ID32487-Posted10/16/2026

At Graham, one of North America’s largest general contractors, we don’t just maintain assets, we extend their life and maximize their value. As part of our Services Division, you’ll contribute to critical work across the region, supporting sectors such as oil and gas, petrochemical, renewable energy, power, mining, forestry, underground, heavy construction, maintenance, turnarounds, and sustaining capital.

Here, your work has purpose. Your safety and growth are supported. And your impact is lasting.

Join a team that builds with commitment, reliability, and integrity.

Your Impact Starts Here

Graham is seeking expressions of interest from motivated individuals to join our talent pipeline for future opportunities supporting the Services Division at the Bonnyville location.

Reporting to the Planning / Scheduling Manager the Senior Project Control Specialist plays a key role in supporting the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects through cost control, scheduling, forecasting, performance analysis, risk management, and project reporting. The role provides critical insights that help ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with project objectives.

Your Role in Building What Matters – From Office to Site

• Lead project cost and schedule control activities, including forecasting, performance measurement, variance analysis, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• Develop and maintain project controls systems, work breakdown structures (WBS), baseline budgets, and cost/schedule integration processes
• Monitor project progress, earned value performance, labor productivity, and expenditure trends to identify risks and support informed decision-making
• Manage change control and scope variations, ensuring impacts are accurately reflected in project schedules, forecasts, and financial reporting
• Prepare and present project performance reports, participate in project review meetings, and provide guidance to project teams and junior project controls staff

The Right Tools for the Job

• Education: Diploma in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline; Engineering or Construction Management degree preferred
• Experience: 10+ years of project planning and scheduling experience within industrial, civil, infrastructure, or commercial construction environments, including experience managing projects from initiation through closeout
• Software: Advanced proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Microsoft Project, Tilos, Powerproject, vPlanner, and 4D/model-based scheduling is considered an asset
• Certifications: PMP, PMI-SP, PSP, EIT, P.Eng., CCDA, and/or CET designations are considered assets
• Leadership: Proven ability to mentor junior planners and schedulers, lead schedule review processes, and collaborate effectively with project teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors

Lay the Foundation for Your Next Career Move

At Graham, we’re building more than structures, we’re building futures. Join a team that delivers excellence from the ground up and makes a lasting impact across Canada.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to an inclusive, accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from people with disabilities. Accomodations are available on request to your recruiter for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Unsolicited resumes or candidate profiles will not be accepted and will become the property of Jardeg/Graham.

As Graham’s trusted recruitment partner, Jardeg supports the hiring of skilled professionals across Buildings, Industrial, Infrastructure, Water, Development, and Services projects nationwide.