{"id":3759056,"url":"https://alion.io/job/epcor-analyst-scheduler-project-controls","title":"Analyst (Scheduler), Project Controls","company":{"id":1861854,"name":"EPCOR","domain":"epcor.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/epcor-com","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Jobvite","truth_index":null},"role":"Analytics","role_family":"Analytics","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["Edmonton, Canada"],"countries":["CA"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":null,"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":7,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"EVMS","optional":false},{"name":"Power BI","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-04T17:58:33Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-04","last_verified_at":"2026-11-05T19:47:29Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":1,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":1},"description":"Description\nHighlights of the job\nWe are hiring up to two (2)full-time temporaryAnalyst (Scheduler), Project Controlspositions for up to 11 monthsworkingout of Edmonton, AB.\nAs the Analyst, Project Controls, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of EPCOR Water Services' capital projects and programs. You will provide project controls expertise across a diverse portfolio of initiatives, leading scheduling, forecasting, analysis, reporting, and performance monitoring activities that help projects stay on track and aligned with business objectives.\nEmbedded within EPCOR Water Services and working as part of the Project Management Office, you will develop and maintain integrated project and program schedules, resource plans, and forecasts while providing valuable insights into project performance, risks, constraints, and recovery opportunities. Partnering closely with Project Managers, Operations, and other stakeholders, you will support informed decision-making through schedule analysis, resource planning, productivity monitoring, and portfolio-level reporting.\nIn addition to scheduling responsibilities, you will contribute to broader project controls functions, including cost control, progress monitoring, risk management, KPI reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will also support the development and maintenance of project control standards, project structures, work breakdown structures, and cash flow reporting throughout the project lifecycle.\nThis role supports both short-term projects and multi-year capital programs and is instrumental in improving project predictability, balancing resource demands, and driving successful project outcomes. While reporting to the Manager, Embedded Engineering, you will work closely with the EPCOR Water Services Project Controls team and receive day-to-day project controls guidance and prioritization from the Manager, Project Controls.\nWe welcome applications from internal and external candidates.EPCOR employees are encouraged to apply using their '@epcor.com' email address to ensure proper consideration of internal seniority.\nWhere we work: This position is eligible for our hybrid work program, offering the flexibility to work remotely while requiring a minimum of two days per week onsite. Initial onboarding will be completed onsite.\nWhat you’d be responsible for\nDeveloping and maintaining resource-loaded schedules, integrated program plans, and portfolio schedules in Primavera P6, incorporating changes in scope, constraints, resource availability, and business priorities.\nConducting schedule, resource, and what-if scenario analysis to support forecasting, project prioritization, decision-making, and project recovery planning.\nCollaborating with Operations, Project Managers, and project teams to develop short- and long-term work plans, shutdown plans, manpower plans, and resource strategies while optimizing resource utilization across multiple projects and programs.\nMonitoring and analyzing project, program, and portfolio performance, including project progress, productivity, budgets, forecasts, risks, recovery plans, and key performance indicators (KPIs).\nPreparing and distributing project status reports, dashboards, forecasts, and management reporting that provide actionable insights to project teams and stakeholders.\nEstablishing and maintaining project cost control processes, including cost tracking, cash flow forecasting, accrual reporting, cost variance analysis, and change management administration.\nCoordinating with estimators, project managers, and project controls team members to develop and maintain project and portfolio forecasts, budgets, and financial reporting.\nMaintaining standardized Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS), and project controls processes to support consistent planning, execution, and reporting.\nProviding project controls expertise throughout the project lifecycle, supporting proactive planning, issue resolution, risk mitigation, and successful project delivery.\nDeveloping and enhancing project controls tools, reporting, analytics, and best practices using Primavera P6, Power BI, Excel, Power Query, and other technologies.\nSupporting business development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives through scheduling, analysis, reporting, and process optimization.\nWhat’s required to be successful\nA diploma from an accredited engineering technology program (Civil Engineering Technology)is required.\nA degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, project management, finance or a related field is considered an asset.\nProject Management Professional (PMP) or other PMI designation would beconsideredan asset. \nEngineer-in Training (E.I.T.) designation with APEGA or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) designation with ASET will be preferred.\n7+years of Project Controls (scheduling, cost engineering / management, and planning) experience required.\n7+years of experience in scheduling relevant experience in infrastructure construction projects is required.\n4+years of cost controls experience in multiple projects or portfolios, including experience using cost controls software is required.\n4+years of experience in a planning capacity for multiple projects or portfolios, including experience using planning software is required.\nKnowledge of best practices in cost controls, planning, project management and construction\nExpert knowledge of scheduling software i.e.Primavera P6.\nKnowledge of water treatment and wastewater treatment is considered an asset.\nKnowledge of methods, practices, materials, equipment, and labour requirements associated with municipal utility construction projects.\nAbility to interpret construction documents, including drawings, specifications, contracts, and general conditions.\nAdvanced knowledge of project controls, including budgeting, forecasting, estimating, scheduling, progress measurement, earned value management, cost controls, and cash flow reporting.\nExpert knowledge of Primavera P6 scheduling software; experience with project risk management, contingency planning, risk analysis, and Monte Carlo simulation would be considered an asset.\nExpert knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools, including Power BI, Excel, Power Query, and related technologies.\nStrong understanding of ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or similar platforms.\nFamiliarity with project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.\nAdvanced understanding of resource planning and allocation to optimize construction and maintenance operations.\nExperience with water industry projects and shutdown planning would be considered an asset.\nAs the successful candidate, you bring strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. This enables you to effectively manage competing priorities, interpret complex information, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. You are a collaborative relationship builder who excels at working with diverse stakeholders, resolving conflicts, and fostering positive working relationships. You demonstrate adaptability and a continuous improvement mindset, readily learning new technologies and responding to evolving business needs. Additionally, you have the ability to develop and facilitate training, share knowledge with others, and contribute to the growth and success of your team.You are a team player.\nOther important facts about this job\nJurisdiction: CSU52\nClass: T3\nHours of work:80 hours biweekly\nWage: Starting at $54.92per hour\nFinal Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement.\nTo ensure your application is recognized as internal, please apply using your EPCOR email address.\nLearn more about Working at EPCOR!\nFollow us on LinkedIn,X, Glassdoor or Facebook!\nPlease note the following information:\nA requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education) and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)\nIf you are considered for the position, clearance is required on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.\nA technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.\nTo meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.\nPrior infractions for unsafe driving behaviours will be evaluated and considered for non-selection regardless of current demerits on file.\nIf you are required to provide your own personal reliable vehicle:Successful applicants must provide their own vehicles with appropriate insurance in accordance with EPCOR’s Employee Mileage Reimbursement Policy. 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