Project Control Specialist

Job Description

CEDA is looking for an experienced and detail-driven Project Controls Specialist to join our team, based out of our Fort McKay Industrial Park location. As part of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies, you’ll play a critical role in supporting the successful execution of projects by delivering accurate forecasting, scheduling, cost control, and progress reporting.

This role is ideal for a project controls professional with a strong understanding of project lifecycles, keen analytical skills, and a commitment to optimizing performance in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. If you're passionate about driving efficiency, ensuring project alignment, and delivering actionable insights, apply now!

What we offer:

• Excellent benefits and matching pension contribution starting on your first day!
• Monday to Friday schedule, working 40 hours per week
• Variety: changing work scopes from one day to the next – there is always a new challenge
• Join a team that values collaboration, supports each other, and works together to keep things moving forward!

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the setup of projects full cycle, in accordance with the company policies and procedures
• Develop process documents for estimating, planning, and workflow
• Assist with the development of work scope definitions, preliminary estimates, budgets, schedule scope change and resource requirements
• Work directly with operational divisions, providing support in all project control related areas including cost control, progress measurement and schedule control
• Responsible for continuous improvement initiatives and tracking
• Provide estimating and bidding support, along with project cost, schedule, progress measurement, and change management support
• Provide regular stewardship reports for contract performance
• Maintain compliance with all company, local, provincial, and federal health, safety, and environmental standards
• Assist with the implementation and progressing of Client's Project Control initiatives
• Other duties as assigned

Role Specifications:

• Minimum of 5 years’ of project controls experience with cost and schedule control is required
• Advanced knowledge of project controls (principles, theories, concepts, practices, processes, expectations)is required
• Knowledge of change management theories and processes is required
• Experience in the Mechanical Services Industry is an asset
• Project Management Professional certification is an asset
• Proven ability to control costs across multiple projects for +10M annual budget
• Versed in the MS Office Suite of products (Word, Excel) and PowerBi.
• Possess a knowledge and understanding of contracting, negotiating, and change management theories
• Able to provide a negative result on pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Valid Class 5 licence with no more than 5 demerits in the last 3 years is required

Personal Characteristics:

• You thrive in fast-paced, ever-changing environments and see shifting priorities as a chance to lead and make an impact.
• You bring confident, clear communication—both written and verbal—and know how to connect across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
• You take pride in staying organized, managing your time like a pro, and delivering results under pressure and tight deadlines.
• You have a sharp eye for detail and the ability to understand and interpret complex technical documents, procedures, and work orders.
• You lead by example, showing up every day with professionalism, accountability, and a strong alignment with company values.
• You can clearly communicate the business vision and strategy, inspiring both internal teams and external stakeholders with confidence and clarity.

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