Planner

Job summary

The planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating detailed project schedules, including resource and cost information. They will also analyze schedule performance, identify risks, and prepare reports to support project management and dispute resolution.

Job details

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out major infrastructure projects: bridges, roads, highways, tunnels, marine installations. Our ability to meet deadlines and budgets as well as our vast expertise in the field allow us to actively participate in large-scale projects such as the Samuel-De-Champlain Bridge, the Réseau Express Métropolitain (REM) and the Site C hydro-electric power station located near Fort St-John in British Columbia. Our seasoned team of engineers, project managers and other specialists also put their energy into the construction of wind farms and to the benefit of hydroelectric projects such as dams, power stations, tunnels and dikes. EBC is positioned as a true leader in this sector. Our range of specialized services has made our reputation in Canada. Come move mountains with us! EBC is actively seeking an experienced planner for our Vancouver Civil division where he/she can utilize their extensive knowledge to contribute to the continued success and growth of the organization. The planner will be responsible for project scheduling and planning, updating the schedule monthly, providing the monthly schedule narrative, and supporting the development of claims for extension of time and integration of contract changes into the project schedule. Responsibilities: Ability to populate the schedule with resource and cost information; Update, maintain and revise monthly and weekly schedules and reports with the construction teams; Compare and report on comparisons of monthly schedules; Perform any changes, delays, and/or accelerations to a specific construction section/WBS; Identify warnings and risks to the project for the purpose of mitigating the impact of these risks; Analyze monthly schedules and prepare reports for the purpose of dispute resolution issue; Interact with project team and task managers to define scope of work to develop and update detailed schedules, cost information, and identification of variances from original plan; Evaluate project schedule progress and performance and identify developing problem areas; Analyze critical path and constraints to determine the effect of changes to schedule and recommend work-around; Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or any related discipline; Professional Certification: P.Eng, PMP, and PSP, would be considered an asset; Minimum 3 years experience in heavy civil or general engineering construction required; Minimum 1-5 years of related Construction Planning/Scheduling; Experience in Project Controls, Engineering/Procurement/Construction/Systems Scheduling required; TILOS Linear Schedule; Proficient use of Primavera P6 software, Trimble TILOS, and Microsoft Office Suite; Ability to read and interpret construction drawings; Experience in civil construction projects is an asset; Adaptable and flexible to an ever-changing environment; Excellent both oral and written communication skills in English; Ability to work under pressure. Benefits 4 weeks of annual vacation; Flexible group insurance program upon entry; Croup RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP); 24 hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine) Training and development programs; Employee assistance program; Active social club and health and wellness committee; Diverse, innovative and stimulating environment; A company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done; Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. In accordance with applicable pay transparency legislation, EBC Inc. has included the expected salary range for this role, which is $90,000–$140,000. Compensation within the range is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, localization, and internal equity. Base salary is one component of EBC’s comprehensive total rewards offering, which may include performance-based incentives, extended health and wellness benefits, retirement savings programs, and career development opportunities. As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, EBC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the candidate pre-screening process. These tools are used responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws as well as EBC’s policies. Final decisions always remain the responsibility of our qualified talent acquisition professionals. EBC welcomes applications from First Nations, Inuit, and Métis candidates and is committed to fostering an inclusive, culturally safe workplace.

What you’ll do

The planner is responsible for developing, maintaining, and updating detailed project schedules, including resource and cost information. They will also analyze schedule performance, identify risks, and prepare reports to support project management and dispute resolution.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering and have at least 3 years of experience in heavy civil construction. Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Trimble TILOS software is required, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

Benefits

• 4 weeks of annual vacation
• Flexible group insurance program
• Group RRSP with employer contribution
• Deferred Profit Sharing Plan
• 24 hour access to a virtual doctor
• Training and development programs
• Employee assistance program
• Active social club
• Health and wellness committee

Listed skills

• Construction Management · Preferred
• Reporting · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Project scheduling
• Primavera P6
• Trimble TILOS
• Construction management
• Civil engineering
• Project controls
• Cost estimation
• Risk mitigation
• Dispute resolution
• Critical path analysis
• Contract changes
• Resource management
• Reporting
• Technical writing
• Communication skills
• Report Writing
• Wind Farm Construction
• Project Schedules
• Project Controls
• Ability To Meet Deadlines
• Planning
• Architectural Drawing
• Construction
• Civil Engineering
• Communication
• Procurement
• Construction Management
• Training And Development
• Dispute Resolution
• Employee Assistance Programs
• English Language
• Innovation
• Legislation
• Project Management
• Microsoft Office
• Primavera (Software)
• Telehealth
• Work Breakdown Structure
• Scheduling
• Localization

Job areas

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Energy
• Planner
• Project Controls Manager
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists

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