Project Controls Lead
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About this role
As a multi-discipline, self-performing leader, we execute a significant portion of our work in-house. This provides strong exposure across all phases of execution—from planning and scheduling through shutdown execution and startup readiness. You’ll work within fast-paced, data-driven environments where accuracy, analysis, and proactive problem-solving are critical to success.
This role is based in Fort McMurray and supports a major turnaround project with rotational work schedules.
At Ledcor, it’s not just about the project—it’s about building a meaningful career with a team that values integrity, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship. When you join our True Blue team, you’re part of something bigger.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Support project controls functions including scheduling, cost tracking, and forecasting
- Assist in maintaining project schedules and tracking progress against milestones
- Monitor and report on productivity, earned value, and project performance metrics
- Support cost control processes including budgets, commitments, and forecasting
- Collaborate with planners, project managers, and field teams to ensure alignment
- Identify trends, risks, and variances, and support mitigation strategies
- Assist with progress reporting and client deliverables
- Maintain accurate project data in systems and reports
- Support change management and tracking of scope adjustments
- Ensure compliance with project controls procedures and standards
Qualifications:
- Experience in project controls, cost control, or scheduling within industrial construction
- Understanding of project lifecycle and turnaround execution
- Proficiency with scheduling and cost tools (e.g., Primavera, Excel)
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and data accuracy
- Strong communication skills with ability to work cross-functionally
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Work Conditions:
- Site-based position in Fort McMurray, AB
- Rotational schedule supporting a major turnaround project
- Day shift and night shift work required
- Camp accommodations and travel provided (where applicable)
- High-pressure, schedule-driven environment
Additional Information
The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.
Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.
Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.
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