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Job Specifications

JOB DESCRIPTION

Insight Global is looking for a Project Controls Specialist to support an Edmonton based utility company in a 1 year, 5 days on site (in Edmonton) contract. This role focuses on planning, monitoring, forecasting, analysis, and reporting to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop, maintain, and update detailed project schedules across all project phases.

- Create and manage cost- and resource-loaded schedules.

- Track progress, identify variances, and update milestones and completion timelines.

- Prepare cost and performance reports, including earned value analysis and metrics (CPI, SPI).

- Generate resource availability vs. requirement reports; provide monthly actual vs. planned hours by resource type.

- Liaise with stakeholders to keep schedules current and support strategic decisions.

- Update and communicate the annual capital plan monthly.

- Consolidate project data from multiple sources into a single self-serve platform for Project Managers.

- Prepare and distribute regular status and performance reports for management.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

- Minimum 5 years of experience in project controls or scheduling.

- Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools (Excel, Power BI).

- Experience with financial management systems.

- Strong understanding of project management principles and stage/gate processes.

- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

- Experience in project environments, utilities, or Oil & Gas construction.

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field.

About the Company

Insight Global is an international professional services and staffing company specializing in delivering talent and technical solutions to Fortune 1000 companies across the IT, Non-IT, Healthcare, and Engineering industries. Fueled by staffing and talent experts, Evergreen, our professional services brand, brings technical advisors and culture consultants to help customers tackle their biggest challenges. With over 70 locations across North America, Europe, and Asia, and global staffing capabilities in 50+ countries, our tea... Know more