Intermediate Cost Controller / Scheduler

Equinox Engineering is a leading engineering solutions provider, delivering innovative and high-quality projects across the oil & gas, heavy oil, mining, and water treatment sectors. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, safety-focused, and results-driven work environment.

Equinox Engineering is seeking an Intermediate Cost Controller / Scheduler to support project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in tracking project costs, forecasting, and maintaining project schedules to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Track project costs, prepare cost reports, and maintain budget controls.
• Develop, maintain, and update project schedules using scheduling software (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project).
• Monitor project progress and milestones, identifying potential delays and recommending corrective actions.
• Assist in project forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with project teams, including engineers, planners, and project managers, to ensure schedule and budget alignment.
• Support contract administration activities, including change orders and cost tracking.
• Provide data and reports for management decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• 4 – 8 years of experience in cost control and scheduling in oil & gas or mining.
• Must have proficiency in scheduling software (Primavera P6 and MS Project) and cost management tools.
• Must have advanced level in Microsoft Excel (i.e. comfortable with building and maintaining sheets with complex formulas, pivot tables, graphs and data analysis tools).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong knowledge of project management principles, cost control processes, and budgeting.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the oil & gas or mining sectors.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies.