Discipline Oil, Gas and Chemical, Mining

Job skills Project Controls and Estimating

Type Contract

Location British Columbia

TRS is currently working with a client engaged in supporting a major Canadian capital program which comprises three concurrent construction projects moving toward operations in 2026.

To support this critical execution phase, we are seeking a Senior‑level PROJECT CONTROLS MANAGER for a 6-month contract, with potential to extend until end of 2026.

They are seeking a seasoned professional capable of delivering program‑level oversight while working collaboratively with existing project‑level controls teams.

Location: Flexible anywhere in AB or BC (periodic travel required; expenses covered)
Start: Within the next few weeks
Rate: $130/hour (short-term of 6 months)
Employment Status: Independent Contractor
Industry: Major capital construction (industrial/mining/water infrastructure)

Role Overview
You will provide integrated oversight across a portfolio of three active projects, ensuring alignment in cost, schedule, change, progress, and forecasting performance.

Workload expectation:
• 70% management & oversight
• 30% hands‑on/doer responsibilities
A steady, relationship‑oriented leadership style is essential. We are seeking someone who influences through collaboration rather than disruption.

Key Responsibilities

Provide program‑level project controls leadership across three major construction projects.
Lead integration and consistency of cost, schedule, change management, forecasting, and progress measurement practices.
Support and mentor a team of 8–10 project controls professionals, including schedulers, planners, and project‑level PC Managers.
Consolidate project-level reporting into unified program dashboards and executive updates.
Analyze variances, risks, accruals, trends, and forecast metrics to support high‑quality decision-making.
Coordinate with multi‑disciplinary construction, engineering, and commissioning teams.
Travel periodically to the office/site as required (costs covered).

Required Experience & Qualifications

10+ years of Project Controls experience in major construction or industrial environments (mining, oil sands, energy, or similar sectors).
Strong expertise in EVM, cost and change management, scheduling, progress measurement, and quantity tracking.
Solid cost control background: invoicing, actuals, incurred costs, accruals, and forecasting.
Proficiency with enterprise systems such as SAP, Cobra, Prism, P6, and InEight.
Experience managing and developing project controls teams.
Prior work on large construction projects is essential.
Preference for candidates with owner’s contractor experience.
Intermediate knowledge of commissioning processes is considered a strong asset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; calm, steady, and collaborative demeanor.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Senior Project Controls leader with proven ability to oversee multi‑project programs.
Comfortable stepping into a large, fast‑paced capital program during peak activity.
Naturally diplomatic—able to integrate with existing teams without disrupting workflows.
Strong analytical capabilities with hands‑on willingness when required.
Able to start quickly and commit to the short‑term contract duration.

To apply for this position, please send your resume in Word format to vivian.ramos@trsstaffing.com

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

TRS Staffing Solutions (Canada) Inc. specializes in supplying engineers, designers, project managers, and other technical and professional services personnel to a broad spectrum of industries worldwide.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.