Senior Project Controls Advisor

Enbridge; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits program

Paid parental leave

Retirement savings with company stock

Paid time off and holidays

Employee & Family Assistance Program

Wellness program

FlexWork hybrid options

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking a Sr. Project Controls Advisor in a Regular-Full time role based in Minnesota. You will lead cost, schedule, forecasting, and performance management for complex projects, work with PMs and engineers, and drive standardization of controls practices.

The role requires 7+ years in project controls, strong Excel, PowerBI, and Oracle/SAP skills, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. Flexible work arrangements and travel are possible.

Qualifications

• University Degree or Technical Diploma in Engineering or Accounting related fields.
• 7+ years of Project Controls or Project Management experience.
• General understanding of pipeline operations.
• Excel proficiency required (v-lookups, pivots, graphs).
• Ability to distill large data into clear analysis.
• PowerBI and Power Pivot understanding.
• MS Office Suite and Oracle/SAP experience.
• Identify obstacles and mitigate risks with proactive solutions.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Strong problem solving, decision-making, organization, planning and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide full Project Controls leadership across assigned projects and/or portfolios (cost, schedule, forecasting, performance).
• Lead development and improvement of project controls processes, tools, reporting frameworks.
• Deliver advanced cost/schedule analyses and KPIs to leadership.
• Influence project strategy by identifying risks and mitigation opportunities.
• Partner with PMs, Engineers, and stakeholders for scope, change management and governance.
• Oversee and validate forecasting, including accruals and long-range outlooks.
• Lead variance analysis with clear driver explanations and recovery plans.
• Establish and track KPIs to improve portfolio execution and predictability.
• Support earned value or milestone-based performance measurement approaches.
• Mentor junior team members and guide capability development.
• Collaborate with contractors and field teams for accurate cost capture.

Skills

Excel proficiency

PowerBI

Power Pivot

Data analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Driving license

Education

Engineering or Accounting degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Oracle/SAP

Job description

Posting End Date

November 12, 2026

Employee Type

Regular-Full time

Union/Non

This is a non-union position

Are you an experienced project controls professional who can turn complex project data into clear, actionable insight? We are looking for a Sr. Project Controls Advisor to lead cost, schedule, forecasting, and performance management activities that support predictable, successful project outcomes. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to our success, we encourage you to apply today!

What You Will Do

• Provide full Project Controls leadership across assigned projects and/or portfolios, including cost, schedule, forecasting, and performance management.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of project controls processes, tools, and reporting frameworks.
• Deliver advanced analysis and insights (cost, schedule, KPIs), translating complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership.
• Influence project strategy and execution by identifying risks, challenging assumptions, and recommending mitigation and optimization opportunities.
• Partner with Project Managers, Engineers, and stakeholders to drive scope definition, change management, and financial governance.
• Oversee and validate project forecasting, including expenditure profiles, accruals, and long-range outlooks.
• Lead variance analysis and ensure clear articulation of drivers, impacts, and recovery plans to senior leadership.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to improve portfolio execution and predictability.
• Support and guide the implementation of earned value or milestone-based performance measurement approaches.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior Project Controls team members and support capability development across the function.
• Collaborate with contractors and field teams to ensure accurate cost capture, including oversight of Digital LEMs and field cost processes.
• Drive consistency and standardization of project controls practices across projects and programs.

Who You Are

• University Degree or Technical Diploma in Engineering or Accounting related fields. Other post-secondary education may be considered.
• 7 or more years of Project Controls or Project Management experience.
• General understanding of pipeline operations
• Extremely high proficiency in MS Excel required (v-lookups, pivot tables, graph generation, sumifs, etc.).
• An ability to distill large sets of data into easily understandable analysis.
• A working understanding of PowerBI and Power Pivot.
• Software experience with MS Office Suite and Oracle/SAP.
• Predict obstacles, challenges, and risks to proactively determine mitigation strategies and innovative solutions to problems.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Problem solving, decision-making, organization, planning and leadership skills.
• Collaborative, team- and service-oriented work style.
• Motivated self-starter who works well independently in a fast-paced team environment.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP) designation
• Earned Value Management (EVM) experience or training
• Experience in Oil and Gas

Working Conditions

Primarily office-based with occasional travel.

• Standard office hours with the potential for extended hours based on project needs.
• A valid driver's license and maintenance of a responsible driving record is required, which will be validated before hire.
• Interaction with various collaborators including project managers, vendors, and contractors.

Physical Requirements

Include but are not limited to: Grasping, kneeling, light – moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement.

Mental Requirements

Include but are not limited to: Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions, organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology, organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis, make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area, understand and follow basic instructions.

Salary

• Ranges from $96,000 – $130,000 USD for US locations based upon candidate’s experience, skills, and internal equity.
• Applicable compensation policies and guidelines apply to internal candidates.

Benefits

• A flexible benefits program that allows each employee to select the level of coverage needed for their family in the areas of health, dental, insurance, and disability.
• A paid maternity and parental leave benefit that offers up to 20 weeks of paid leave for birth-giving parents and up to 12 weeks for other eligible parents, providing flexibility and support during this important life event.
• Valuable retirement savings plans, including a savings plan with company stock as an investment option.
• Paid time off/vacation/sick, plus paid personal days off (depending on location), and paid holidays.
• An Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• A Wellness Program, which focuses on supporting healthier employees by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to improve physical, mental, social, and financial well-being.
• Enbridge’s FlexWork (hybrid work model) offers eligible employees (Manager and below) the option to work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays, opt for a compressed work week schedule, or have flexible start and end times. Role requirements determine your eligibility for each option.

Enbridge is committed to using AI responsibly. AI may assist with certain recruiting activities, but it is not used to make employment decisions. All employment decisions are made by people.

At Enbridge, we are dedicated to our core value of Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, veteran status, Indigenous status, disability, or any other reason protected by federal, state, or local law. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats, communication supports, or other accessibility assistance by contacting [e-mail].

Information For Applicants

• Enbridge is committed to using AI responsibly. AI may assist with certain recruiting activities, but it is not used to make employment decisions. All employment decisions are made by people.
• Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system only.
• We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
• Final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a security screening, including a criminal records check.

To learn more about us, visit www.enbridge.com