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IT Project Controls Specialist – Estimating & Forecasting

Location: Edmonton or Calgary (Hybrid)

Contract Duration: Until December 31, 2025 (High potential for extension)

Start Date: ASAP

Overview:

Our client is establishing a Center of Excellence in IT Project Estimating, Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting. They are seeking a specialized Project Controls Specialists with deep expertise in IT cost estimation and financial forecasting. These roles are ideal for professionals who have built their careers in IT financial governance and project controls—not generalists.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead early-stage benchmark estimates and refine budgets through all phases of the SDLC.
• Develop and maintain S-curves, earned value metrics, and forecasting models.
• Track plan vs. actuals and identify financial variances and trends.
• Build and maintain Excel-based templates for estimating and forecasting.
• Collaborate with PMO, IT Finance, and delivery teams to ensure financial alignment.
• Contribute to best practices and tools for IT project financial governance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced Excel : Dynamic modeling, complex formulas, pivot tables, and visualizations.
• IT Estimating Expertise : Proven experience across ideation to delivery.
• Financial Standards : Strong knowledge of IFRS and AFUDC in capital planning.
• Project Controls : Skilled in S-curves, earned value analysis, and forecasting.
• Collaboration : Effective communicator with technical and executive stakeholders.

Experience

Mandatory:

• 7–10 years in IT project estimating, budgeting, and financial controls.
• Experience applying IFRS and AFUDC in regulated environments.
• Proven ability to lead financial forecasting across complex IT portfolios.

Preferred:

• Background in regulated industries (utilities, telecom, energy, government).
• Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools.
• Understanding of financial accounting principles; CPA/CMA designation is an asset but not required.

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Title : Project Controls Coordinator III

Duration : 1 year

Location : Edmonton, ON

Hybrid Model: In-Office (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday), Remote (Wednesday & Friday)

Job Description

• Provide full Project Control Management, consisting of cost/schedule development and control during the full lifecycle of projects.

• Assist the Project Engineer/Manager in Project Scope Management by providing insight and recommendations into scope definition, verification, change control and financial health of projects.

• Work with internal team, including Field Cost Control Analyst, to understand incurred field costs and Stakeholders for indirect costs and compare against budget and monthly forecast values.

• Prepare expenditure profiles, work force histograms, comparative capital cost estimates for projects and total program monthly forecast summaries.

• Provide estimating support to other departments’ cost management for internal cost controls.

• Track Key Performance Indicators and work with groups to improve overall execution of projects.

• Generate regular and ad hoc analysis including graphs, summary tables, and presentations.

• Develop templates, examples, and policies & procedures to assist the project managers to implement Gating Controls Process.

• Prepare project status with variance analysis and reasoning for Senior and Project Management.

Qualifications:

o A diploma, degree or related construction or operational training and/or experience.

o Minimum of 7 years of previous related experience (NO MORE THAN 10-YEARS) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

o Construction experience related to cost and scheduling controls of multi discipline projects. Industrial Construction experience, and interfaces with the Engineering, Procurement, Contracting, Execution, and Commissioning phases of the project are highly desirable.

o General understanding of pipeline and terminal operations.

o Excellent oral and written communications skills.

o High proficiency with MS Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.)

o Software experience with: MS Office Suite and Oracle or SAP.

o Power BI experience a plus

o EcoSys experience is a plus

o Understanding of Earned Value Management techniques for tracking project performance preferred

o Problem solving, decision-making, organization, planning and leadership skills.

o Collaborative, team- and service-oriented work style.

Job Description

Salary:

JANIN ATLAS, a subsidiary of VINCI Construction Grands Projets, part of the VINCI Group, construction worldwide leader, specialized in the design and construction of major civil engineering and building works in Canada is hiring a

Project Control Coordinator Reporting and Change Control

What is the project?

The Pickering Nuclear Generating Station refurbishment program involves designing and building a new deep-water intake in Lake Ontario to improve the plant's cooling system. This will involve:

• A5 km-long tunnel, built by a pressurized TBM (10.15 m diameter slurry TBM);
• Two vertical shafts (onshore and offshore);
• An offshore modular intake structure, resting on the lake bed.

The project is distinguished by its proximity to an active nuclear site, requiring rigorous standards of safety, planning and coordination.

What you will do:

Reporting to the Project Control Lead, the main duties are to assist in the structuring and organization of the reporting system, followed by its implementation during the Definition Phase, and identify and implement the necessary adjustments for the Execution Phase of the Project.

Concretely, your tasks will be:

Periodic Reporting (internal and external):

• Act as Contact Point for client for all reporting activities.
• Ensure timely, quality preparation and submission of periodic (weekly and monthly) reports (client and internal etc.), all along the project lifecycle.
  • Develop and evolve reporting templates and tools
  • Define rituals (timeline, participants, and validations)
  • Perform quality verification prior to issuance
  • Coordinate with client and internal departments for evolving needs and ensure incorporation of comments in subsequent reports
• Verify and validate the progress calculation process.
• Keep project progress indicators up-to-date and functional.
• Identify and develop additional project performance indicators on specific topics or project aspects when required.
• Maintain communication with all project departments to ensure respect for reporting rituals.
• Assist project direction in preparation of the monthly and quarterly project management progress meetings.
• Develop and maintain clear processes for reporting and associated tools.
• Ensure proper communication of all potential or identified issues which may impact the project.

Applications for Payment:

• Coordinate with the cost control team for the development of cost compilation tools and justification.
• Develop incentive calculations and simulation tools.
• Coordinate with client justification requirements and validation of invoicing amounts.
• Preparation of Application for Payment reports.

Scope and Change Management:

• Establish process for WBS management.
• Define the process for change control incorporating all aspects of the project:
  • Interface with cost control, estimation, scheduling, risk and other departments to establish impact of changes
  • Coordinate with contract management department
• Yearly Cost Escalation calculations.

Your skills:

• 5 years experience in project control in major construction projects.
• Ability to work with Primavera P6 (asset).
• Detail-oriented.
• Team player able to liaise with several different departments within the project.

What do we have to provide:

• Competitive annual salary.
• 4 vacation weeks & 3 emergency/sickness days paid.
• Annual bonuses.
• Group Health Insurance (premium participation including virtual health care system).
• Wellness spending account.
• Monthly public transportation participation.
• Career development opportunities.
• A cosmopolite and inclusive work environment.
• Attractive and challenging project.

About Janin Atlas:

Subsidiary of the VINCI Group, Janin Atlas is involved in large-scale construction and civil engineering projects in Canada. The headquarter of Janin Atlas is based in Montral, Qubec. We are currently involved in two major construction projects in Ontario valued at several billion Canadian dollars.

• The construction of the subway line south in Toronto, involving a six-kilometer tunnel and associated excavation work. The project includes the design, construction, and handover of all tunnels (twin tubes of 6 km each), 7 stations (turnkey for: 1 at-grade station and 6 underground stations) and civil engineering works.

• Extension of the Confederation Line in Ottawa, one of the components of Phase 2 of the city's O-Train system, which includes the design, construction, and financing of 27.5 km of light rail infrastructure. The work also includes 4 kilometers of cut-and-cover tunnels, 20 engineering structures, 16 stations and a light maintenance facility.

At Janin Atlas, we believe that diversity is a source of wealth and strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where every individual is valued and respected. We strongly encourage applications from members of Aboriginal communities and strive to ensure fair and respectful employment opportunities. We recognise the unique contributions of indigenous peoples and are committed to supporting their professional development. By joining our team, you will be part of a company that celebrates diversity and actively works to promote inclusion.

Project Controls Specialist

Vancouver or Calgary (Hybrid)

Full-time perm or Contract

Introduction

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Controls Specialist to support the planning and execution of large-scale mining and industrial projects across North America. Based in either Vancouver or Calgary, this hybrid role is ideal for an Intermediate to Senior professional who excels in cost control, scheduling, and change management. You’ll be key in integrating project data and performance metrics to support effective decision-making and successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project control systems for cost, schedule, and risk management.
• Lead or support the planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement processes.
• Monitor project progress and performance against baselines; identify and report on variances.
• Manage the change management process, including tracking changes, maintaining logs, and updating forecasts.
• Coordinate with project managers and technical leads to align schedule and cost data for cohesive reporting.
• Prepare detailed progress reports, executive dashboards, and data presentations.
• Facilitate monthly progress reporting cycles and ensure timely updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure that all project controls activities comply with internal standards and meet client expectations.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in project controls within engineering, EPCM, or construction environments (experience in mining or industrial sectors strongly preferred).
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, EcoSys, and Oracle (or similar project control software).
• Strong understanding of cost and schedule integration, earned value management, and performance reporting.
• Proven ability to analyze and communicate complex project data clearly and effectively.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to fast-paced, multi-project environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across diverse project teams.

What We Offer

Why work with Brunel? We are proud to offer exciting career opportunities from over 100 offices globally in 42 countries. Advancing your career takes time and effort – let us match you to your ideal position.

About Us

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That’s what we continually strive for. Brunel provides the global recruitment and workforce services you need to lead your industry. With 45 years of market experience in Renewable Energy, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Mining, and Infrastructure, we help you finish major projects safely, compliantly, on-time, within budget and at the highest quality, so you can keep growing – anywhere in the world.

Project Controls Specialist

Vancouver or Calgary (Hybrid)

Full-time perm or Contract

Introduction

Our client is seeking an experienced Project Controls Specialist to support the planning and execution of large-scale mining and industrial projects across North America. Based in either Vancouver or Calgary, this hybrid role is ideal for an Intermediate to Senior professional who excels in cost control, scheduling, and change management. You’ll be key in integrating project data and performance metrics to support effective decision-making and successful project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain integrated project control systems for cost, schedule, and risk management.
• Lead or support the planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance measurement processes.
• Monitor project progress and performance against baselines; identify and report on variances.
• Manage the change management process, including tracking changes, maintaining logs, and updating forecasts.
• Coordinate with project managers and technical leads to align schedule and cost data for cohesive reporting.
• Prepare detailed progress reports, executive dashboards, and data presentations.
• Facilitate monthly progress reporting cycles and ensure timely updates to stakeholders.
• Ensure that all project controls activities comply with internal standards and meet client expectations.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in project controls within engineering, EPCM, or construction environments (experience in mining or industrial sectors strongly preferred).
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, EcoSys, and Oracle (or similar project control software).
• Strong understanding of cost and schedule integration, earned value management, and performance reporting.
• Proven ability to analyze and communicate complex project data clearly and effectively.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adaptable to fast-paced, multi-project environments.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across diverse project teams.

What We Offer

Why work with Brunel? We are proud to offer exciting career opportunities from over 100 offices globally in 42 countries. Advancing your career takes time and effort – let us match you to your ideal position.

About Us

Brunel has a reputation for working with some of the best in the business. That’s what we continually strive for. Brunel provides the global recruitment and workforce services you need to lead your industry. With 45 years of market experience in Renewable Energy, Automotive, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Mining, and Infrastructure, we help you finish major projects safely, compliantly, on-time, within budget and at the highest quality, so you can keep growing – anywhere in the world.

Worley Canada Construction is a leader in industrial construction in Alberta and western Canada. Our employees enjoy exciting careers in fabrication, modularization, field installation, and professional support services for some of world's most challenging heavy-oil facilities, gas plants, power-stations and other industrial projects. As part of the global Worley team, we enjoy shared resources and opportunities with more than 20 Canadian locations and 40 countries.

Worley Canada Construction is seeking a Project Controls Specialist to join our project controls team in Edmonton.

Responsibilities:

• Overall coordination and management of project controls activities i.e. Cost Control, Management of Change, Forecasting, Progressing and Scheduling and Planning on construction projects .
• Establish project WBS/CBS and ensure that control applications are set up according to the project controls plan using approved control budget data, project WBS/CBS and appropriate control accounts/cost codes
• Generate and update construction progress scorecards and cost reports
• Verify and sign-off accuracy of coding on all daily timesheets and provide cost coding on Procurement requisitions and Subcontractor invoices
• Manage project change management process including development and submission of change proposal for client approval, setup and maintenance of Change log
• Guide construction planners/schedulers in the development and maintenance of resource loaded project schedule
• Extensive site project controls experience on Lumpsum, Unit Rate and Reimbursable projects
• Ensure all reporting timelines are met and data integrity is maintained
• Represent Project Controls in meetings with project team, client and sub-contractor
• Organize monthly cost review and change management meeting

Qualifications:

• 10+ years’ experience in Project Controls, 5 years’ experience as Project Cost Controls Specialist in Oil & Gas Industrial Construction
• Construction progress tracking and earned value management will be considered an asset
• Primavera P6 Scheduling experience is required
• Costing experience is required
• Working knowledge on Ecosys and Power BI is considered an asset
• Experience generating project progress report and cost report
• Computer literate in all Microsoft Office products.
• Thorough knowledge of cost and schedule principles in their application to projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure on complex issues across multiple projects.
• Module and Fabrication Experience is preferred.
• Technical Diploma, Engineering degree, Accounting Designation or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Able to work under pressure on complex issues across multiple projects
• Must have a reliable means of transportation.

Worley Canada Construction strives to be an industry leader in health, safety and environmental performance. Our vision is to achieve zero harm to people and assets, and zero environmental incidents. We select people who share our values, beliefs and commitment to this vision and who demonstrate the expected behaviors, competencies and performance associated with their perspective roles with the company.

Title : Project Controls Coordinator III

Duration : 1 year

Location : Edmonton, ON

Hybrid Model: In-Office (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday), Remote (Wednesday & Friday)

Job Description

• Provide full Project Control Management, consisting of cost/schedule development and control during the full lifecycle of projects.

• Assist the Project Engineer/Manager in Project Scope Management by providing insight and recommendations into scope definition, verification, change control and financial health of projects.

• Work with internal team, including Field Cost Control Analyst, to understand incurred field costs and Stakeholders for indirect costs and compare against budget and monthly forecast values.

• Prepare expenditure profiles, work force histograms, comparative capital cost estimates for projects and total program monthly forecast summaries.

• Provide estimating support to other departments’ cost management for internal cost controls.

• Track Key Performance Indicators and work with groups to improve overall execution of projects.

• Generate regular and ad hoc analysis including graphs, summary tables, and presentations.

• Develop templates, examples, and policies & procedures to assist the project managers to implement Gating Controls Process.

• Prepare project status with variance analysis and reasoning for Senior and Project Management.

Qualifications:

o A diploma, degree or related construction or operational training and/or experience.

o Minimum of 7 years of previous related experience (NO MORE THAN 10-YEARS) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

o Construction experience related to cost and scheduling controls of multi discipline projects. Industrial Construction experience, and interfaces with the Engineering, Procurement, Contracting, Execution, and Commissioning phases of the project are highly desirable.

o General understanding of pipeline and terminal operations.

o Excellent oral and written communications skills.

o High proficiency with MS Excel (v-lookups, pivot tables, etc.)

o Software experience with: MS Office Suite and Oracle or SAP.

o Power BI experience a plus

o EcoSys experience is a plus

o Understanding of Earned Value Management techniques for tracking project performance preferred

o Problem solving, decision-making, organization, planning and leadership skills.

o Collaborative, team- and service-oriented work style.