Project Controls Specialist

About Us

At Baffinland, we work and live beyond the Arctic Circle, mining iron ore at our Mary River Property, located in the Qikiqtani Region of Nunavut on Baffin Island; one of the world’s most captivating and seldom seen destinations. We are a unique company with a strong management who have amassed specialty experience on northern mining projects through all phases of Inuit consultation, permitting, construction and operation. Our workforce brings together the modern practice of safe, sustainable mining and the enduring value of a traditional culture, which is rapidly advancing. The result is a work and community experience you won't find anywhere else. We are looking for people ready to share, build, and grow with our company.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Project Controls Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in project planning, cost control, scheduling, and risk management. The Project Controls Specialist responsible for supporting the schedule and cost controls functions of the Expansion Project, including analysis of monthly reporting provided by contractors and EPCM vendors, budget tracking and reconciliations, SAP inputs and outputs, and monthly reporting requirements. This position requires a deep understanding of project management principles and proficiency with key software.

• Ensure Project costs are appropriately tracked within SAP, making revisions as required
• Interface with Cost Control functions of EPCM to ensure accurate and timely cost control, including the integration of data from the vendor’s software into SAP
• Audit monthly progress claims and cost reports to ensure accuracy and reasonableness
• Maintain budget tracking documents; monitor budgets and timing of cash flows
• Ensure monthly data for Owner’s Costs is communicated to EPCM Project Controls to ensure accurate cost reporting
• Maintain the owner’s schedule, ensuring milestones are reached on time and corrective measures are taken when necessary
• Lead the authoring of monthly reports
• Provide inputs to the Project Monthly Report, Cost tracking of planned versus actual, Cost forecasting, Fuel Usage, Workforce
• Assess reasonableness of proposed contract variations, work with EPCM to ensure database of variations is accurate and well maintained
• Assist in the timely coordination, collection, compiling and proofing of reporting information, including: cost reports, cash flow targets and forecasts, variance explanations.
• Assist in aspects of project and workface planning
• Ensure Baffinland HSEC standards are incorporated in all work undertaken
• Ensure all work undertaken is consistent with Baffinland’s Charter values and Code of Business Conduct
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Business
• Master’s Degree MBA Preferred
• Minimum 3 years experience  in Cost controls, scheduling, Project Management
• Project Management Professional Designation Preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office functions, particularly Excel
• SAP Experience 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize several ongoing responsibilities
• Organizational skills & attention to detail.
• Proven budgetary skills, cost control, and effective reporting skills.
• Arctic experience would be beneficial.
• Experience working with aboriginal people and communities would be an asset.