Project Controls Specialist

Project Controls Specialist (1-Year Contract) Join to apply for the Project Controls Specialist (1-Year Contract) role at BWXT. BWXT Canada Ltd. (BWXT Canada) has over 60 years of expertise in the design, manufacturing, commissioning and service of nuclear power generation equipment and related medical isotopes. Headquartered in Cambridge, Ontario, BWXT Canada has approximately 1,800 employees at locations in Peterborough, Toronto, Arnprior, Brampton, Port Elgin, Owen Sound, Kanata, Oakville, Ontario and Vancouver, British Columbia. BWXT Canada is a subsidiary of BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT). Position Overview As our Project Controls Specialist, you will lead the cost control and financial performance monitoring of large, complex component projects. You’ll provide expert guidance to Project Managers and executives on budgets, forecasts, risks, and cost trends, ensuring project controls align with corporate standards and best practices. You’ll also mentor junior team members, support the collection and reporting of key performance data, and collaborate across teams to drive informed, data-based project decisions. Location On‑site, Cambridge, ON Your Day to Day Cost Management Decompose project budget into appropriate levels of task code for cost tracking and reporting. Prepare baseline budgets to support the as‑sold work. Prepare periodic project cost reports (Earned Value analysis) to support the commercial reporting requirements of the project (e.g., monthly cost reviews, contractual customer cost reports, etc.). Maintain objective view on actual project costs, earned value, and project productivity to provide line of sight to actual cost performance over the life of the project. Prepare forward‑looking analysis of project status, productivity, etc., with ability to forecast future issues based on trends, risks, and current issues. Involve in commercial exercises and reports such as customer invoicing, vendor purchase orders and invoices, business‑level cost reports and analysis (monthly, quarterly cost reviews, business‑level forecasting). Project Reporting Develop and maintain periodic project reports (both internal and customer‑facing) that accurately reflect the project status as it pertains to cost, schedule, and project/team performance, KPIs, and key project metrics. Take in various information and reports from around the business as it pertains to project performance and reflect the status accurately in the associated project report. Support Project Managers in the regular reporting cycles of monthly cost reviews, contractual customer reporting, etc. Generate related reports as needed to support resource planning and financial forecasting. Proposal Estimating Develop labour hour estimates based on information provided from various sources, including customer specifications, engineering packages, historical returns, department inputs, etc. Integrate non‑labour costs into the comprehensive estimate, including materials, equipment, consumables, etc. Work with operating groups to review scope and identify and define all cost estimate elements. Provide commercial support to proposals, including proposal pricing, sell price analysis, cash flows, etc. Required Qualifications Post‑secondary education in Engineering, Mathematics, Business, or a related field. Strong knowledge of project management fundamentals, including scheduling, earned value management, budgeting, and change management. Proficiency in cost estimation, financial analysis, and accounting concepts (e.g., revenue recognition, cash flow, NPV). Skilled in organizing and presenting complex data using visual analytics tools. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Desired Qualifications 5–10 years of relevant industry experience, ideally in the nuclear or energy sector. Advanced proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Benefits Comprehensive Health Benefits – Health, dental, and vision coverage. Work‑Life Balance – Flexible hybrid schedules and compressed workweek option available. Professional Development – Training, certifications, and growth opportunities. Wellness – Gym membership discounts and mental health support programs. Diverse, inclusive workplace culture. Team building activities organized by the Social Committee. Salary and Compensation The base salary range for this position in Ontario at the start of employment is expected to be between $73,000 and $106,000 per year. Additional compensation may include an annual cash incentive and a full range of benefits. EEO Statement BWXT Canada Ltd. embraces diversity of thought, values individuality, encourages new perspectives and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability, or any other category protected by provincial law. Job Segments and Hiring Job Segment: ERP, Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear, Project Manager, Change Management, Technology, Engineering, Energy, Management. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at BWXT by 2x. Get notified about new Project Control Specialist jobs in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada. #J-18808-Ljbffr