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Project Planning & Scheduling Engineer – Refinery Projects
Job Description
- Develop, integrate, and maintain detailed project schedules for all project phases, ensuring alignment with approved scope and project execution plans.
- Support the Project Management Team (PMT) with schedule analysis, progress measurement, forecasting, and reporting.
- Review contractor schedules for accuracy, logic, sequencing, and compliance with project milestones, Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), and control estimates.
- Identify and communicate schedule risks, trends, and deviations; recommend mitigation strategies to maintain progress and delivery targets.
- Prepare and compile weekly and monthly progress and performance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure schedule integration and consistent progress reporting.
- Contribute to the development of control schedules, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Participate in bid evaluations, change impact assessments, and lessons-learned sessions.
- Maintain accurate documentation and schedule baselines within project control systems.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Management.
- 5+ years of experience in project controls, with a focus on planning and scheduling within large industrial, refinery, or oil sands projects.
- Proficiency with scheduling and project control tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings effectively.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills to support cross-functional teams.
- Ability to adapt to evolving priorities and manage multiple tasks within tight deadlines.
- Willingness to work full-time on-site at the Strathcona Refinery.
- Location: Strathcona Refinery (Edmonton, AB)
- Work Schedule: 5 days on / 2 days off (Monday–Friday)
- Hours per Week: 40
- Assignment Type: Standard (Contract – Contingent Labor)
- Duration: November 3, 2025 – November 3, 2026
- Company: Imperial Oil Resources Limited
- Rate: Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience
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Meet Your Recruiter
Christopher Malcovish
Sr. Recruiter / Account Manager
As a Senior Technical Recruiter at Spirit Omega Staffing in Calgary, Alberta, I lead full-cycle recruitment for complex engineering and technology positions across multiple industries, with a strong emphasis on the oil and gas sector. With over 12 years of experience in talent acquisition and human resources, I bring a deep understanding of the unique workforce demands across sectors such as energy, biomedical, commercial property management, aerospace, and defense.
At Spirit Omega, I partner with hiring managers, C-suite leaders, and project stakeholders to deliver customized staffing solutions that align with business strategy and technical requirements. My expertise includes sourcing and securing high-caliber candidates for roles in software development, infrastructure, automation, mechanical and electrical engineering, and project management. I maintain and optimize applicant tracking systems (ATS), including Avature, and ensure a seamless candidate experience from outreach through onboarding.
I also work closely with immigration teams and third-party vendors to support workforce mobility and compliance in both Canadian and U.S. markets. A SHRM-CP certified professional, I hold a BA and MS in Human Resources Management and Services from Southern New Hampshire University.
My mission at Spirit Omega is to build diverse, qualified talent pipelines that fuel innovation and performance across the industries shaping our future — from energy and infrastructure to advanced technology and defense — with a special focus on oil and gas-related engineering roles that are critical to operational success and long-term sustainability.