Overview
Thurber has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Project Controls Specialist to join our team in Vancouver, Edmonton, or Calgary. This is a full-time position. As a key member of our Project Controls team, you will play a critical role in managing project costs and ensuring that our business is operating efficiently. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our company's success and contribute to a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
Thurber provides geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering and testing services for a variety of industries across Canada. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to work on problems related to earth, the environment and construction materials. We solve problems in a wide variety of industries including transportation, building construction, municipal infrastructure, land development, dams and water resources, industrial development, mining, oil and gas, marine and environmental services.
Responsibilities
- Monitor project costs and commitments to budget and forecasts and identify any variances to provide recommendations for cost reduction and control.
- Assist in the development of change order requests, maintain change control as well as manage trend and change order registries.
- Prepare regular project cost reports and dashboards to track project key milestones, baseline dates, trends and current targets.
- Develop and implement cost control strategies to minimize expenditures and maximize profitability.
- Conduct regular cost audits to identify areas for improvement and cost savings.
- Provide cost control insights in collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize costs and improve overall performance.
- Collect and vet daily timesheets, resolving timesheet discrepancies with Project Managers.
- Participate in project meetings and reviews to provide cost performance updates to support informed decision-making.
- Prepare monthly project payment applications as part of the invoicing process.
- Assist with basic vendor invoice validation and coding (vendor, dates, project, supporting documentation) and route issues for resolution.
- Contribute to project risk assessments by identifying potential cost exposures.
In addition to the above primary responsibilities, this position may provide support, as required, for the following:
- Project Schedule Development and Maintenance using P6 or MS Projects.
- Assist with sub-contractor management.
- Assist with preparation of proposal content.
- Develop and maintain detailed schedule baselines.
- Other administrative support duties as required.
Qualifications and Assets
- University Degree or Technical Diploma in Engineering, Construction or Accounting. or other related fields. Other post-secondary education may be considered.
- AACE Certifications are an asset but not required.
- 10+ years of proven work experience in Cost Control or Project Controls in construction, engineering or manufacturing industries is preferred.
- Proven track record of successfully managing project costs and identifying cost savings opportunities, managing change and contractor performance evaluation.
- Strong understanding of project controls principles, cost management, budgeting, forecasting, cost allocation, risk management and contract language.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, Power BI, Primavera P6, MS Projects and Teams.
- An independent, self-starter and team player with a positive attitude who is able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to read and follow contract and billing requirements.
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, preferably BST 11, is an asset.
- Excellent attention to detail and analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills.
- Clear communication skills with the ability to influence both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Base Salary Range
- $90,000 – 120,000 per year, based on a 40-hour work week.
- The posted wage range for this position represents the range for the experience and qualifications noted in this posting.
- The offered wage may be adjusted upward for candidates whose qualifications and experience exceed those expressed in this posting.
- Candidates with less experience and qualifications may be considered at a reduced starting wage.
What we offer
Upon joining Thurber Engineering you'll be welcomed into a casual, inclusive and professional office environment where open communication is valued at all levels. We're eager to help our team reach their potential, which is why many of our team members spend much of their career with us!
- Our flat organizational structure allows easy access to senior professionals, corporate leaders, and subject matter experts across the company for mentorship and feedback.
- Our culture is respectful, collaborative, inclusive, and fun.
- We offer financial support towards professional development.
- We provide health and dental coverage, a healthcare spending account, RRSP matching, and an Employee and Family assistance program with 24/7 support online or over the phone.
About Thurber
Thurber Engineering Ltd. provides environmental, geotechnical, and materials engineering and testing services. A Canadian-owned company since 1957, we are consistently recognized for the quality of our work, the knowledge of our people, and for conducting our business with integrity.
Our team continues to grow as we build our reputation by working closely with our clients to provide timely, high-value solutions and technical support. Thurber is wholly owned by our senior employees and operates from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Ontario.
At Thurber, we know that our success can be attributed to the hard-working, innovative group of people who come in every day ready and excited to take on new challenges and solve problems. We seek out team members who work hard, innovate, and operate with integrity. Our regional diversity gives us specialized knowledge of the various and complex geological and environmental conditions across Canada.
Our Purpose:
To make a difference for people.
Our Values:
Passion:
We're driven to deliver our best and inspire others.
Quality:
We're committed to providing our clients with a quality experience, in both service and product.
Caring:
We show kindness and concern for others, the environment, and the industry.
Together:
We make a difference for people by working with passion, quality, and care - together.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to work for a remarkable organization that takes pride in its employees - apply today!
