Project Controls Manager

Location: Vancouver Lower Mainland

Salary: $135,000 - $175,000

Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Controls Manager to support heavy industrial capital, maintenance and turnaround work. This role is responsible for overseeing project scheduling, cost control, forecasting, and performance reporting while coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced brownfield environments. The ideal candidate is detail-driven, analytical, and adaptable, with strong experience managing project controls for large industrial construction or maintenance projects.

Must Haves:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or equivalent related experience
Minimum of 7 years’ experience in project controls within heavy industrial, oil refinery, expansion, or turnaround/shutdown environments
Strong proficiency with Primavera P6 and advanced scheduling methodologies
Proven ability to manage complex brownfield project environments with frequent scope changes
Demonstrated expertise in cost control, forecasting, earned value management, and progress reporting
Strong understanding of mechanical construction methods, work sequencing, and industrial maintenance workflows
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including subcontractors, engineers, project managers, and field supervisors
Ability to work in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines and evolving project priorities
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and competing priorities

Nice to Haves:

P6 certification, PMP, CCP, or equivalent professional designation
Experience with large-scale refinery expansion projects or major industrial shutdowns/turnarounds
Experience using cost management software or integrated project controls platforms
Familiarity with progress measurement systems, productivity tracking, and field-level data collection tools
Background in mechanical contracting or refinery maintenance contracting
Experience developing dashboards or reporting using Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools
Knowledge of risk management practices including qualitative and quantitative risk analysis

Responsibilities:

Develop, maintain, and oversee detailed project schedules using Primavera P6 for all phases of mechanical construction, maintenance, and turnaround activities
Integrate subcontractor schedules into a unified master schedule to ensure alignment with project milestones and deliverables
Monitor schedule performance, identify variances, and recommend mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines
Lead cost control activities including budget development, forecasting, earned value analysis, and variance reporting
Track project progress, productivity, and performance indicators to support accurate decision-making
Prepare and deliver regular progress updates, dashboards, and analytical reports to project leadership and stakeholders
Work closely with project managers, engineers, planners, and field teams to coordinate work sequencing and address constraints
Anticipate risks and opportunities, providing recommendations to reduce schedule delays and cost impacts
Maintain accurate documentation of schedule changes, cost movements, and project controls assumptions
Participate in project meetings and contribute to strategic planning, execution readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support the development of work breakdown structures, coding structures, and project controls standards
Ensure project controls processes align with industry best practices and contribute to consistent project delivery

Project Controls Manager, Heavy Industr...