Project Controls Specialist

As a Project Controls Specialist, you will support program success by serving as a subject matter expert in project controls and Earned Value Management (EVM). Working with a variety of stakeholders, you will contribute to performance management systems, reporting, trend analysis, process development, system maintenance, and performance surveillance, while ensuring accurate and timely internal and external reporting. This role plays a key part in maintaining consistent project controls practices that enable informed decision-making and effective program execution.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to setting and maintaining a Performance Measurement Baseline (PMB) within the EVMS including configuration control of the PMB through application of Baseline Change Requests.
• Weekly and periodic processing of EVMS data and updates, including reviews for data consistency.
• Producing program performance reports, which could include trend analysis, for various stakeholders.
• Provide coaching and on the job training to stakeholders, including Control Account Managers, to improve their understanding of program performance management techniques. This includes input to training and mentoring Junior Project Controls Specialists.
• Identification of, and participation in, continuous improvement activities as it relates to continual refinement of the program performance management.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of specific plans, procedures, and work instructions such that corporate knowledge is retained.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, science, finance, or engineering.
• PMP certification, leadership training, and/or lean six sigma training are all considered assets.
• 3 to 6 years of experience in a construction or manufacturing environment, or equivalent experience.
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management (EVM) and Project Control techniques and systems.
• Working level skills in EVM systems such as EcoSys, Cobra, or other.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning software such as JD Edwards or SAP, and scheduling software such as Primavera P6.
• Advanced skills in MS Office tools especially MS Excel with programming in VBA considered a strong asset.

Please note this position requires a full-time, in-office presence.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) operates in Eastern Canada (New-Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Québec, Ontario, Newfoundland and Labrador), as well as in USA. We are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

Our recruitment advisors and hiring teams will utilize human screening combined with AI technology to help identify the skills and qualities that matter most to our business, while safeguarding your privacy and using AI responsibly.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

About The Team

Irving Shipbuilding is proud to be Canada's National Shipbuilder. Our team is constructing more than 20 modern patrol ships and destroyers for the Royal Canadian Navy and Canadian Coast Guard as part of the largest defence procurement project in Canadian history.

By joining our team of more than 2,400 shipbuilders, you can enjoy a dynamic and exciting career with a company dedicated to your success, development, and safety.

At Irving Shipbuilding, we're making history - why not make it with us? Learn more about careers at Irving Shipbuilding: shipsforcanada.ca/opportunities.

We invite applications from all qualified candidates, including racially visible persons, women in underrepresented roles, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and encourage applicants to self-identify.