Civil Project Controller

Vancouver, BC

Our Klohn Crippen Berger Ltd. (KCB) office in Vancouver is looking for a Civil Project Controller to join our team of professionals to deliver water resource infrastructure and hydroelectric market sector projects. This position is part of KCB’s Power & Transportation Group. Types of projects may involve rehabilitation of existing dams and hydroelectric facilities, design of new hydroelectric facilities, and civil-structural design of water resource infrastructure.

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Project Controller to deliver multidisciplinary projects that support clean energy—from concept through construction. We offer unparalleled career growth for the right individual in a dynamically growing company that is committed to high quality engineering and excellence. This hybrid role offers flexibility, collaboration, and the opportunity to support projects that matter.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will support the overall coordination for planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale civil earthworks and dam-related projects. You’ll work closely with engineers, environmental scientists, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and with purpose. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting project delivery across civil earthwork scopes and multidisciplinary teams

• Managing scope, budget, schedule, and risk metrics across multiple projects

• Applying project management methodologies to support technical teams

• Guiding projects through all phases—from concept to completion

• Building strong relationships with clients, contractors, and suppliers

• Coordinating environmentally focused projects, including field programs and design solutions

• Mentoring team members and fostering a collaborative project culture

• Contributing to best practices and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

We value your leadership and organizational expertise. To thrive in this role, you’ll need:

• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials

• 8-10 years of experience working on civil infrastructure or earthworks projects

• Proven ability to coordinate and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams and engage with clients and external stakeholders

• Experience developing project work breakdown structures

• Strong skills in tracking schedules, budgets, quality metrics and earned value

• Experience with technical documentation, monthly project reporting and proposal development

• Experience working in teams across national and international locations

• Experience with Microsoft Project and Primavera P6.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

You’ll Excel If You Bring

• Educational background in engineering or construction, but not required

• Passion for being a part of small to large scaled civil infrastructure projects in a dynamic multidisciplinary team

• Creative problem-solving and solution-oriented thinking

• A desire to mentor and be mentored

• Critical thinking and adaptability in complex scenarios

• Strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with clients and colleagues

• Strong organizational skills

The salary for this position is $95,000 - $115,000 annually. Salary is based on applicable education, skills and experience. Along with continued career development, KCB offers:

• Hybrid work opportunities

• Annual performance and salary review

• Parental Leave policy

• A track record of profitability, leading to above average bonus payouts

• Vacation policy that aligns to your experience

• Paid overtime, and ten sick days per year

• Flexible benefits, including Registered Savings Plan, social, and mental well-being initiatives

• Dedication to World Economic Forum’s “Four Pillars” of Environment Social Governance framework, Principles of Governance, People, Planet and Prosperity.

We are a global organization committed to a respectful workplace founded on the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion. We strive to be a workplace where our employees, clients, and the communities in the regions we operate, feel valued and are treated equitable. We respect the uniqueness that makes you, you. We encourage applications from all qualified career seekers, regardless of gender, sex, religion, or nationality.

To learn more about projects you could be a part of check out Projects - KCB (klohn.com) and our Careers page for more details.