Specialist, Project Controls

**Job Description****Specialist, Project Controls - (Redwater, Alberta, Canada)**At Nutrien, our Purpose is to **grow our world from the ground up** and we do so with safety and integrity as our core values. Nothing is more important than sending our people home safe, every day.Nutrien is a leading provider of agricultural products, services, and solutions. With approximately 20,000 employees world-wide, we are the largest producer of potash (by capacity) and one of the worlds largest producers of nitrogen and phosphate. We alsooperate a leading agriculture retail network that services over 500,000 growers.We harvest the best. Diverse views and experience make us strong. We look for people who have a safety-first mindset, who are collaborative team players, who deliver on their commitments, who are innovators in search of a better way, and who believe in inclusion.Working at Nutrien will provide you an opportunity to help us _Feed the Future,_ and grow your career.This position is located in Redwater, Alberta, Canada and is available for remote work.**What you will do:**+ Ensure established robust controls, (i.e. WBS, EVMs, KPIs, Variance Analyses, Project Controls plan, Processes, Procedure, Change Management Procedures and Reports, Procurement & Contracts administration, Cost / Schedule Forecasts and other deliverables are consistent within Nutrien projects)+ Steward the continuous improvements of Redwater project control systems and tools+ Analysis and development of the project controls to support the Redwater Capital Plan, with an average of $100 MM annual Capital expenditures+ Ensure that the schedule and cost reporting is accurate and consistent with the stated objectives, ensure effective project controls systems are in place and being adhered to+ Maintain Redwater capital portfolio cost reports, forecast, variance analysis+ Maintain scaffold tracking and rental equipment tracking for the Redwater Capital team, analysis of labour logs and reporting+ Support monthly Capital forecasting to ensure accurate annual forecasts, including cost contingency management+ Review and analyze robust project roadmap, scope, control plans, execution strategy, master and detailed schedules (levels I, II, III, and IV), milestones following WBS/CBS, and other key deliverables necessary to enable the successful achievement of all targets within cost, timeline and quality requirements+ Ensure alignment of overall project schedule with cost forecast+ Lead and understand project change management processes and procedures (RFIs, Change Requests and Change Orders)+ Collaborate and integrate with procurement teams to ensure contract executing strategy is within compliance with the provided estimates+ Administer and make recommendations for resolution of issues to meet project objectives where contracting strategy effects overall project cost+ Actively participate and support invoice attestation+ Monitor PO balances for equipment and scaffold rentals+ Serve as a trusted resource for a broad assortment of project stakeholders+ Guide and support Site Project Management / PMO personnel as required, and ensure teams are equipped with the resources and knowledge necessary to fulfil the completion of their deliverables**What you will bring:**+ Engineering Degree, Business Degree, Technologist Diploma or Journeyman Trade Ticket with 10+ years experience+ AACE certifications, PMP are an asset+ Knowledge of SAP, Power BI, Excel and P6 Primavera+ Financial acumen to understand budgets, forecasts and actual spend+ Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload, very self-motivated+ Detail orientated and strong organization and time management skills+ Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, negotiation communication and team skills with sound business judgment+ A demonstrable record of effective decision-making capabilities together with strong leadership through influence+ First rate analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills+ Excellent strategic planning and critical thinking skills+ Continuous improvement mindset, ability to identify and execute on business process improvements**Are you a good match? Apply today!**Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristicsThis job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test.While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.**To stay connected to us and for the latest job postings and news,** **f** **ollow us on:** LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/nutrien) , Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/nutrienltd/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/nutrienltd?lang=en)**EOE race/color/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/disability/veteran**Need help finding the right job?**We can recommend jobs specifically for you!**Job Locations** _CA-AB-Redwater_**Posted Date** _6 days ago_ _(3/25/2021 10:17 AM)_**_System ID_** _2021-13784_**_Job Category_** _Accounting & Finance_**_Business Unit_** _Nitrogen_