Junior Project Controls Technician

The Project Controls Technician supports project teams by providing project data, reports, and analysis. The role assists with planning, estimating, scheduling, cost tracking, and project monitoring to help ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and successfully. This is a full time permanent role based out of Calgary, on the Energy team.

Responsibilities

Support project cost control activities by collecting, tracking, analyzing, and maintaining project cost, labour hour, staffing, and performance data; Assist with budget tracking, forecasting, variance analysis, progress measurement, and earned value reporting; Prepare, maintain, and distribute project controls reports, dashboards, key performance indicators, and project status updates; Analyze project data to identify trends, risks, issues, and opportunities; Maintain project controls systems, databases, reporting tools, and project coding structures; Collaborate with project managers, engineers, construction personnel, and other stakeholders to gather, validate, and communicate project information; Contribute to the continuous improvement of project controls processes, reporting practices, tools, and databases; Demonstrate strong attention to detail, accountability, and a commitment to producing accurate, reliable, and timely work

Requirements

Degree, diploma, or certificate in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Finance, Project Management, or a related discipline (equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered); 1-3 years of experience in project controls, cost control, estimating, project coordination, finance, engineering, construction, or a related field (or equivalent combination of internship, co-op, and project-based experience); Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet management; Strong interest in working with spreadsheets, formulas, reporting, and data-driven decision-making; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support practical solutions; Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams; Demonstrated curiosity, initiative, and commitment to continuous learning and professional development; Willingness and aptitude to learn new systems

Nice to have

Experience with Power BI; project controls software; other reporting, analytics, or data visualization tools

Benefits

Competitive compensation package; Extended health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage with flexible healthcare and personal spending accounts (no waiting period); Employer Group RRSP plan with no matching required; Earned Day Off (EDO) program providing alternate Fridays off (eligible employees); Hybrid remote work program (up to 52 days per year, based on eligibility); Opportunity for career advancement; Great learning environment