Project Controls/Contract Specialist

Peter Lucas Project Management invests in people, community, and cutting-edge technology to provide gold standard project delivery. We are currently looking for a Project Controls/Contract Specialist to join our team.

At Peter Lucas, we offer a variety of work, professional development, and learning opportunities that come from working on diverse projects in the mining, energy, and heavy industrial sectors. Our dynamic environment, filled with high-achieving professionals, enables our staff to take on incredible opportunities, gain mentorship from a diverse group of colleagues, and succeed in their careers.

We are seeking a dedicated Project Controls / Contracts Specialist to support our clients' Underground Department. This position will be responsible for directly managing a unit rate contract for their primary underground development and production contractor.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in an underground mining environment and the confidence to effectively manage, interpret, and enforce contractual terms. This role requires ensuring performance accountability through data analysis and a deep understanding of both the technical and commercial aspects of underground operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and administer the unit rate contract for underground development and production.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with contract terms and scope.
• Review and defend against contractor claims, leveraging hands-on underground experience.
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of costs, quantities, and productivity.
• Collaborate closely with the Underground Department and site leadership to provide consistent project controls and contractual oversight.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all contract terms, deliverables, and obligations.

Work Location & Schedule

• Preferred: Local candidate able to work on a 5x2 or 5x2/4x3 schedule for consistent on-site support.
• Camp accommodations provided.

We appreciate all applicants' interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Wages are negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Global reference checks may be conducted after the interview process.

Note: Peter Lucas Project Management is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We acknowledge that the Peter Lucas head office is located on Treaty 6 Territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Saulteaux, Dene, Dakota, Lakota, Nakota, and the homeland of the Metis.

We recognize that our work, our lives and our communities extend beyond these borders, taking place on the traditional and unceded territories of Indigenous Peoples across what is now known as Canada.

As we live, work, and play in these diverse lands, we honor the deep histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples. In the spirit of Reconciliation and guided by our mission to elevate people and communities while driving innovation and sustainability, we are committed to building respectful relationships and shared success across this land we call home.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in project controls, contracts administration, or cost management within underground mining operations.
• Strong working knowledge of unit rate contracts and cost control methodologies.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply contract terms, defend claims, and hold contractors accountable using factual data.
• Underground experience in a mining setting.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in project controls systems, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Health and Detail Benefits.
• Pension Matching Program.
• Company Incentives.