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Build Your Career with One of Canada’s Leading Heavy Civil and Marine Contractors

Are you a seasoned project controls skilled with a passion for delivering complex heavy civil, marine, industrial, or infrastructure projects?

Vancouver Pile Driving Ltd. (VanPile) is seeking an Intermediate Project Controls Specialist to join our team at our Head Office in North Vancouver, BC . Reporting to the Project Controls Manager and working closely with Project Managers and operational teams, this position plays a critical role in planning, monitoring, and controlling project performance across multiple projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys influencing project success through effective cost, schedule, risk, and change management practices.

About the Role
As an Intermediate Project Controls Specialist, you will support project teams throughout the project lifecycle by establishing and maintaining effective project control systems, developing accurate reporting, monitoring project performance, and providing valuable forecasting and analytical insights.

Key Responsibilities

Convert proposal estimates into detailed project budgets and control baselines

Develop and maintain Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), cost codes, and project budgets

Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly project performance reporting

Analyze cost and schedule variances and provide forecasting insights

Support project managers with cost, schedule, change, and risk management activities

Maintain and update project risk registers

Review project contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations





Support project change management processes, including tracking and documentation

Develop and maintain project cash flow forecasts

Ensure compliance with corporate project controls standards and procedures

Prepare internal and external project performance reports

Assist with claims documentation and substantiation for complex projects

Provide project controls guidance and strategic recommendations to project teams

Collaborate closely with project managers, project coordinators, and contract specialists

Coach and mentor project staff on project controls processes and best practices

Qualifications & Experience
Required

Minimum 5 years of Project Controls experience within heavy civil, marine, industrial, energy, or construction projects

Demonstrated success supporting fixed-price, unit-rate, or EPC project environments

Strong understanding of:

Cost management

Change management

Forecasting and reporting

Experience reviewing and interpreting project contracts

Proven ability to establish and maintain effective project control systems

Experience preparing management reports and performance dashboards

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Preferred

Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, Business, or related degree/diploma

Experience with Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6

Experience with ERP systems and project cost management software

Knowledge of claims management and contract administration

Professional certification such as PMP, AACE, CCP, or equivalent is considered an asset

Skills & Attributes
The successful candidate will demonstrate:

High professional and ethical standards

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills





Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Strong relationship-building capabilities

Sound judgment and decision-making skills

Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment

Results-oriented mindset with a proactive approach

Excellent time management and prioritization skills

Ability to mentor and train others in project controls practices

Salary Range
$90,000 - $110,000 per year

The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on job‑related factors, including relevant experience, years of experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group’s compensation policy.

What's in it for you?

Competitive Compensation – Competitive base salary, company-paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility

Grow Your Career – Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities

Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home each week.

Time to Recharge – 14 statutory holidays per calendar year

Comprehensive Benefits – A competitive benefits program supporting your health and well-being

Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend – Supporting your physical health and well-being

Connected Culture – cohesive team created through regular team-building sessions

Long-Term Opportunity – Build your future with a proud, BC‑based, family-owned company that invests in its people

Work Arrangement
A hybrid schedule consisting of four days in the office and one day working from home per week.

Compensation Notice

The compensation range provided for this position is intended as a general guideline. The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on several job-related factors, including experience, years of relevant experience, qualifications,

skills, internal equity considerations, and Carlson Construction Group's

compensation policies and practices .

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📌 Project Control Specialist (British Columbia)
🏢 Vancouver Pile Driving
📍 British Columbia