Project Control Specialist

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Reporting to: Vice President, Operations

Work Arrangement: On-site (Office & Fabrication Facility)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Travel: Occasional, as required

Your Opportunity: Build the Foundation of Project Controls at Ferguson Corporation!

Ferguson Corporation is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative Project Controls Specialist to be instrumental in building our new Project Controls discipline, providing a critical foundation for success on our large-scale building envelope projects.

This pivotal role will provide the strategic clarity that guides our project management teams. While your main focus will be on developing and maintaining schedules, budgets, forecasts and reports, you will have the unique opportunity to help shape standardized tools, templates, and best practices across the company. If you’re passionate about problem-solving, identifying trends, driving efficiencies, and building a foundation for scalable success, this is the role for you!

About Ferguson Corporation: We Build Beauty into Buildings

Ferguson Corporation is a leading commercial glazing company based in Calgary, Alberta, renowned for delivering innovative, industry-leading products and projects. Our reputation for quality, precision, and safety is a direct reflection of our amazing team. We're proud to contribute to some of the most dynamic construction projects across the region, shaping Calgary's skyline with integrity and a deep commitment to our people and out shared values.

At Ferguson, we Work Together towards our common goal, and we Ensure Quality by maintaining high standards and paying attention to the details. We encourage our team to Take Initiative, and to Own It by being accountable for their work, their commitments, and their growth. We also encourage our team to Be Innovative by questioning assumptions and applying creative solutions. This is a culture built on trust, collaboration, and a shared commitment to continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do:

This is a dynamic role where you will get to shape standardized tools and governance across the company.

Your core responsibilities will include:

• Schedule & Cost Control: Develop, update, and monitor project schedules, track earned value metrics (EV, SPI, CPI), and identify trends to forecast costs and schedules.
• Financial Tracking: Maintain budget logs, change order registers, and commitment tracking. Validate vendor invoices and progress claims for accuracy, analyze cost variances, and support cash flow projections, contingency tracking, and cost-to-complete reporting.
• Reporting & Communication: Prepare weekly and monthly Power BI dashboards and executive summaries. Collaborate with PMs and other key teams to ensure data is accurate, timely, and consistent across projects.
• Process Governance: Assist in developing and implementing standardized tools, templates, and best practices for controls governance, and support change control and claims management.
• Risk & Scenario Analysis: Work with project teams to identify, track, and mitigate project risks into quantified cost impacts and run “what-if” scenarios to support decision-making.
• Full Project Lifecycle Exposure: Gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, from design assist through fabrication and installation, including final cost reconciliation and lessons learned documentation.

What You’ll Bring: The Experience and Skills to Succeed

To thrive in this pivotal role, you’ll need:

• Proven Experience: 3–5 years of experience in project controls, preferably within a project management setting in construction, building envelope, and/or manufacturing industries.
• Education: A diploma or degree in Construction Management, Business, Project Controls, Finance, or a related field.
• Technical Acumen: Proficiency with Microsoft Project and/or Procore; advanced Excel skills are a must, with experience in Power BI and ERP/PM systems preferred.
• Core Knowledge: A strong understanding of earned value management, forecasting techniques, cost control, risk registers, change management, and contract interpretation.
• Analytical Mindset: Highly organized, detail-focused, with a clear analytical mindset and the ability to translate complex cost and schedule data into clear insight for diverse stakeholders.
• Collaboration Skills: Comfort working across disciplines - from the shop floor to the boardroom, with a primary focus on supporting PMs and internal teams.
• Nice to Have: Certification in PMP, PSP, or AACE; and/or experience with building envelope construction and familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in construction.

Why Join the Ferguson Family? Your Career, Our Values, Shared Success.

At Ferguson Corporation, our people make the difference and they are the foundation to our success. As a growing commercial glazing company, we have built a culture where our team is empowered to thrive. We believe in a supportive and collaborative environment, and when you join us, you will be a part of a company that is invested in your professional journey and celebrates your contributions

Choosing Ferguson means:

• A Culture of Teamwork: Experience a supportive workplace where we Work Together effectively, where ideas are encouraged, and your contributions are genuinely valued.
• Growth & Development: We are invested in your professional journey. This role offers a clear path to expand your skillset and take on new challenges within our growing organization, embodying our values of continuous improvement and learning from mistakes.
• A Place to Make an Impact: This is a place where you can Take Initiative and Own It. Your work directly contributes to our company's reputation for quality and precision.
• Total Well-being: We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a focus on work-life balance to support your overall well-being.
• Commitment to Safety: Join a team where safety is a non-negotiable core value, embedded in everything we do, and where your role actively supports a secure and healthy work environment. This is a critical piece of how we Ensure Quality.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!

If you're ready to bring your expertise to a company that values your contributions and offers a dynamic work environment, we encourage you to apply.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a compelling cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role directly through this platform.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada with no restrictions. Ferguson Corporation is unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas or work permits for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ferguson Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are committed to providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities; please advise us during the recruitment process if you require accommodation.