Project Controls Specialist

ClearWater is a leading service provider in Canada's energy and industrial markets. We offer full asset life cycle support, including construction, maintenance, fabrication, and environmental services. Committed to safety and quality, we foster a workplace culture that values innovation and sustainability. With a strong local presence and top-tier talent, we deliver high-quality services as we help our customers bring their resources to our world.

We are building a roster of Project Controls Specialists to support upcoming industrial construction and maintenance projects across Western Canada.
These are temporary, project-based positions requiring on-site presence, with rotational or fly-in/fly-out schedules depending on project location.

As a Project Controls Specialist, you will take ownership of cost control, forecasting, scheduling, and performance reporting. You will act as the bridge between field execution and project reporting, ensuring that all cost and schedule data accurately reflect real-world progress. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical acumen and the drive to pursue clarity, detail, and accountability across multiple stakeholders.

What would you be doing?

• Lead cost control, scheduling, and forecasting activities for assigned projects.
• Develop and maintain Primavera P6 / MS Project schedules aligned with execution and procurement plans.
• Track costs, earned hours, and progress to support informed, data-driven decisions.
• Prepare forecasting, performance, and variance reports that drive project clarity and accountability.
• Support change management reviews and provide cost and schedule impact assessments.
• Collaborate with project management, field supervision, and commercial teams to ensure alignment.

Perks of the job

• Comprehensive insurance and benefits package
• Health Care Spending Account
• Paid vacation
• Competitive compensation

• 7–10 years of experience in project controls, cost forecasting, or scheduling on field-based industrial construction or maintenance projects
• Strong technical knowledge of cost control, scheduling, earned value, and forecasting principles.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and Microsoft Excel; familiarity with ERP tools such as IFS is an asset.
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced, site-based environment, balancing technical precision with practical execution realities.
• Post-secondary education in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related technical discipline or PMP, AACE CCP/PSP, or trade certification (Red Seal) an asset.
• Background in field supervision, coordination, or execution roles.

As a condition of employment, qualified applicants who accept the role must complete a satisfactory pre-employment Background Check. This may consist of a combination of a Canadian Criminal Record check, an Employment Verification, and an Education and Accreditation Verification.
Candidates shortlisted will be required to complete the Profile TRAITS Survey.
The purpose of the TRAITS Survey tool is to assist FLINT in understanding individuals' behaviours and supporting the best use of their strengths, abilities, and potential.

Our Commitment to Our People

When you join FLINT, we make these promises:

• Your work will matter. The projects you'll help build will serve communities for generations.
• Your growth is our priority. We'll invest in your development and create paths for advancement.
• Your voice will be heard. Your experience and ideas will shape how we tackle challenges.
• Your team will support you. You'll work with people who want to see you succeed.
• Your ambition will be rewarded. As you grow, FLINT grows – and we recognize those who help us build better.

Transform yourself. Strengthen each other. Make a better world.

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