Intermediate Project Controller - Energy & Resources
About the job
- A bachelor's degree or technical diploma in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Project Controls, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 5–8 years of project controls experience focused on cost control on medium-to-large projects.
- Demonstrated experience in Energy & Resources projects, including mining, power generation, transmission and distribution, renewable energy, industrial facilities, oil and gas, or major infrastructure projects.
- Advanced proficiency with MS Excel and cost management tools such as Ecosys, Prism, SAP, Oracle, Cobra, or equivalent.
- A strong understanding of Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and forecasting methodologies.
- A solid understanding of engineering, procurement, construction, and project delivery processes.
- Working knowledge of change management, cost trending, and variance analysis techniques.
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
- Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to identify cost risks and develop practical mitigation strategies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to challenge assumptions and influence project execution decisions.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop, maintain, and control project cost baselines from concept through execution and project closeout.
- Establish Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS), and control accounts aligned with project execution strategies.
- Track commitments, actuals, accruals, and expenditures against approved budgets.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineering leads, procurement teams, construction managers, contractors, and clients to ensure cost data accuracy and integrity.
- Validate cost baselines and ensure they accurately reflect project scope and delivery requirements.
- Establish and maintain project cost management plans and change control logs.
- Implement and maintain EVM systems.
- Calculate and analyze key EVM metrics (CPI, SPI, CV, SV, EAC, ETC, VAC) and communicate performance trends.
- Prepare cost forecasts, Estimate at Completion (EAC), and Estimate to Complete (ETC) analyses based on actual performance and forward-looking assumptions.
- Perform trend analysis, variance analysis, and cost-to-complete assessments to support proactive decision-making.
- Conduct what-if analyses and scenario evaluations to assess cost impacts of alternative execution approaches.
- Assess the cost impacts of scope changes, delays, productivity issues, and emerging project risks.
- Work closely with project management, scheduling, commercial, and risk management teams to ensure cost alignment with overall project objectives.
- Support progress measurement, performance reporting, and integrated project controls processes.
- Contribute to the development of progress measurement systems and reporting frameworks.
- Participate in risk workshops and contribute cost-related risk assessments and contingency evaluations.
- Manage and/or support change management processes.
- Facilitate cost review meetings with project teams, contractors, clients, and stakeholders.
- Review and evaluate contractor and vendor cost submissions, invoices, and change orders for compliance and contractual requirements.
- Prepare executive-level cost reports, dashboards, forecasts, and presentations.
- Clearly communicate cost status, critical issues, emerging risks, and recommended actions to project leadership.
- Support and promote best practices in cost control, EVM, and forecasting.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project controls standards, procedures, and tools.
- Provide informal guidance to junior project controls personnel and support knowledge sharing across the team.
- General understanding of scheduling principles and CPM logic; familiarity with Primavera P6 or MS Project is an asset but not mandatory.
- AACE certification (CCP, EVP), PMI-SP, PMP, or equivalent professional designation.
- Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools for cost reporting and dashboards.
- Experience reviewing and managing contractor cost submissions and change orders.
- Experience working in EPC, EPCM, owner's representative, or consulting environments.
About the company
Stantec is a global design and consulting firm that delivers professional services in multiple sectors, including buildings, energy and resources, environmental services, infrastructure, and water. It helps municipalities, governments, and private clients plan, design, engineer, and manage projects by offering planning, architecture, engineering, environmental, and project management services for a fee. The company differentiates itself through its global reach and multi-disciplinary teams that provide integrated solutions across many sectors, enabling end-to-end project delivery. Its goal is to help clients design and implement infrastructure, facilities, and environmental solutions that meet their objectives, operate efficiently, and serve communities over the long term.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Edmonton, Canada
Founded
1954
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What believers are saying
- October 2, 2026 SFPUC awarded Stantec a seven-year environmental services contract.
- September 18, 2026 Kari Shively took over North American Water, a C$970 million business.
- Second-quarter 2026 revenue grew 13.4%, and adjusted EBITDA margin expanded to 18.7%.
What critics are saying
- The July 7, 2025 DOJ settlement exposed procurement controls across Stantec's EPA-related business.
- Clearwater's 2026 breach-of-contract case keeps design-liability risk alive around public infrastructure projects.
- Persistent engineer shortages can choke delivery; losing senior water leaders would cripple C$970 million targets.
What makes Stantec unique
- Stantec spans water, buildings, energy, and environmental services across 1954-founded global teams.
- Its July 31, 2026 Niche acquisition deepens environmental permitting and compliance capabilities in Australia.
- August 12, 2026 backlog hit C$9.2 billion, giving roughly 13 months visibility.
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Stantec recognized for excellence in acquisitive growth. October 12, 2026 Strategic communications help strengthen Stantec's acquisition experience Stantec recently received the 2026 M&A Best Practices Award as part of Morrissey Goodale's Excellence in Acquisitive Growth Awards Series, honoring the firm's clear, consistent communication with employees, clients, and other key partners to help understand the acquisition and how it strengthens the organization. The award recognizes Stantec's communications practices following the close of acquisitions, including its coordinated, multi-channel and multi-stage approach designed to provide clear, consistent, and empathetic communications throughout the integration process. It underscores the important role communications plays in the firm's overall integration strategy and approach as newly acquired teams are welcomed into the organization. Through strategic acquisitions, Stantec has expanded its global capabilities by combining complementary expertise, geographic reach, and specialized services to serve clients across the infrastructure, buildings, water, energy, and environmental markets. Bjorn Morisbak, chief corporate development officer, and Kim Austin, vice president of Mergers & Acquisitions, accepted the award on Stantec's behalf at The M&A and Capitalization Symposium in Houston.
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San Francisco Public Utilities Commission taps Stantec for environmental services work. October 02, 2026 The seven-year contract will include environmental review, permitting, and compliance services The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) has selected Stantec for a seven-year on-call environmental services contract with an initial capacity of US$15 million, marking a meaningful step in the Company's work with the agency. Through this contract, Stantec will support environmental review and compliance efforts across some of SFPUC's most critical water, power, and wastewater operations. "This collaboration underscores growing demand for integrated environmental planning and compliance as SFPUC continues to make infrastructure improvements and navigate climate and permitting complexities," said Scott Oppelt, senior principal and business center practice leader at Stantec. "While Stantec has supported several of SFPUC's water projects, this award represents our first major environmental services opportunity with the agency." Work will include National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) analysis, environmental permitting, and construction-phase compliance monitoring - helping SFPUC move projects forward while maintaining alignment with state and federal regulatory requirements. Led by Stantec's Environmental Services team in the Bay Area, with support from the Water team, the work will focus on navigating evolving regulatory frameworks, reducing project risk, and supporting responsible project delivery.
Buffalo leading the way in NYS construction infrastructure projects. Buffalo, New York, is on the cusp of a transformative project: replacing the Scajaquada Expressway with a parkway and boulevard. This initiative, spearheaded by the Greater Buffalo Niagara Regional Transportation Council (GBNRTC) in partnership with Stantec, aims to mend the divisions created by the expressway and revitalize a historic greenway envisioned by Frederick Law Olmsted. The plan focuses on reducing the number of travel lanes and introducing green spaces, bicycle paths, and pedestrian walkways. The current expressway has negatively impacted the mobility and overall quality of life in the neighborhoods it bisects. Data reveals that most local trips are short, and the expressway primarily serves suburban commuters. By shifting the focus to local needs, the project seeks to improve connectivity and enhance the urban experience for residents. The proposed design includes reducing travel lanes from four to two and creating a multiway boulevard with both local and central lanes. This will facilitate smoother traffic flow while accommodating local access. The plan also prioritizes the restoration of Scajaquada Creek, aiming to enhance the natural environment and create a more sustainable urban landscape. Beyond traffic and environmental considerations, the project emphasizes community integration. Upgrading intersections, improving connecting roadways, and establishing mobility hubs are integral to the plan. These improvements will create a more cohesive and accessible city for all residents. By reframing the planning process with a local perspective and utilizing data to address traffic concerns, the project strives to establish a shared vision. This vision encompasses various aspects of urban life, including health, equity, recreation, and environmental quality, ensuring a holistic approach to urban development. The Scajaquada Expressway transformation represents a significant step towards a more connected, sustainable, and vibrant Buffalo. By prioritizing community needs and environmental restoration, this project promises to enhance the quality of life for current and future generations. John Caravella Esq., is a construction attorney and formerly practicing project architect at The Law Office of John Caravella, P.C., representing architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and owners in all phases of contract preparation, litigation, and arbitration across New York and Florida. He also serves as an arbitrator to the American Arbitration Association Construction Industry Panel. The information provided on this website does not, and is not intended to, constitute legal advice; instead, all information, content, and materials available on this site are for general informational purposes only. Readers of this website should contact their attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular legal matter. No reader, user, or browser of this site should act or refrain from acting on the basis of information on this site without first seeking legal advice from counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Only your individual attorney can provide assurances that the information contained herein - and your interpretation of it - is applicable or appropriate to your particular situation. Use of, and access to, this website or any of the links or resources contained within the site do not create an attorney-client relationship between the reader, user, or browser and website authors, contributors, contributing law firms, or committee members and their respective employers.
Construction begins on luxury Four Seasons Lake Austin waterfront community. September 25, 2026 Luxury condominium project will bring active leisure lifestyle to stunning lake-side site located 20 minutes outside of downtown Austin Construction is underway on the Four Seasons Lake Austin Private Residences, an ultra-luxury residential community located 20 minutes from downtown Austin. Serving as the executive architect, Stantec partnered with Handel Architects and DBOX to design the lakeside development, offering residents the comforts and amenities of high-end condominium living alongside a sublime waterfront setting. Across 13 terraced mid-rise buildings, with a total footprint of 1.56 million square feet, the Residences will include 189 condominiums and 28 private villas. Residents will enjoy a lifestyle of active leisure, with access to a spa and wellness center, on-site fine dining, a private waterfront with a 42-slip boat dock, and a sports complex that offers a golf simulator, and courts for basketball, pickleball, and other paddle sports. Appreciation for the striking site overlooking the meandering bank of Lake Austin was central to the design team's approach. A deep understanding of the location's unique topography, sightlines, and existing ecology has resulted in a design that will feel thoughtfully connected to its setting. The project is expected to be completed by early 2030.