Job DescriptionSenior Project Controls SpecialistCalgary, ABEXP is currently searching for a Senior Project Controls Specialist who will be responsible for supporting project controls functions across a broad range of projects, including Program Management, Design-Build, EPC or EPCM projects within Transportation, Infrastructure and vertical construction sectors. The successful candidate will be highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
What a day at EXP has in store for you- Support all project planning, budgeting, change management, cost control, cost estimating, reporting and forecasting activities.
- Monitor project financial performance and communicate variances to project management.
- Assist in change management processes and quantify impacts to schedule and cost.
- Support development and tracking of Estimate at Completion (EAC).
- Maintain project WBS and CBS structures.
- Prepare weekly and monthly project reports.
- Support preparation of client invoices.
- Participate in cost reviews, audits and project reviews.
- Analyze project performance data and prepare dashboards and reports.
- Track project expenditures and validate invoices and cost coding.
- Review project contracts to ensure alignment with controls processes.
- Maintain compliance with contract requirements and corporate standards.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement and construction teams.
- Support development and maintenance of risk registers and analyses.
- Identify and support mitigation of cost and schedule risks.
- Support development of project controls procedures and plans.
- Prepare and maintain project schedules including critical path analysis.
- Monitor schedule performance and report variances.
- Support earned value management (EVM) reporting.
- Provide input into proposals and bids as required.
- Communicate effectively with project teams and stakeholders.
What Your Experience Looks Like- Primavera P6, Microsoft Project and project controls tools (Prism, Procore).
- Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, formulas).
- Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
- Understanding of WBS and CBS structures.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Education and Experience- Technical diploma or degree in construction, engineering, business, or related field.
- 7+ years of experience in project controls within infrastructure, construction, or related sectors.
- Experience with scheduling, cost control, and project reporting.
- PMP or similar certification is an asset.
