Control System Material Controller

Fluor•Vancouver, BC

23d•CA$90,000 - CA$167,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to provide essential administrative work processes, technical knowledge, and direction as listed. This role has the responsibility to promote Fluor’s competitiveness within the global marketplace by delivering quality services of unmatched value and technical competence. This position serves as a Discipline Lead Material Controller on assigned projects of difficult complexity and/or Multi Discipline Lead Material Control Coordinator on projects of difficult complexity. Displays advanced knowledge of Fluor’s practices and guidelines. Supports and coordinates control system material control activities across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and field execution, including material take-offs, Bills of Material, RFQs, purchase order support, expediting, field inquiries, and material status reporting for automation and instrumentation-related scope. Maintains project material data using material management software and applies working knowledge of control system material attributes, instrument and automation device data, I/O and panel-related materials, standard installation details, discipline drawings, key quantity reporting, and the Engineering Responsibility Matrix; experience with MaterialManager℠ (MATMAN), UNISON data standards, Smart Instrumentation, SPI, or similar systems is considered an asset. Assists with project setup and execution by supporting control system material catalogues, instrument index and I/O-related material data, standard installation details, hook-up and loop-related references, composites, business rules, 3D/2D material downloads, MDU setup, dashboards, forecasting tools, quantity tracking, and progress reporting. Coordinates with control systems engineering, electrical engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, project controls, suppliers, system integrators, and clients to support timely material availability, installation readiness, issue resolution, and accurate reporting. Contributes to material control plans, logistics procedures, estimates, schedules, forecasts, trends, dashboards, and quality checks for control system commodities while demonstrating attention to detail, sound judgment, follow-through, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of control systems, instrumentation, automation, or related design/material control experience.
Post-secondary qualification in control systems, instrumentation, electrical engineering technology, automation, or a related technical discipline.
Working knowledge of control system material control processes, including material take-offs, Bills of Material, RFQs, purchase order support, expediting, and material status reporting for instrumentation, automation, panels, network, and field device materials.
Basic to intermediate proficiency with material management software, control system material attributes, catalogue data, instrument installation details, loop and hook-up references, panel and cabinet material data, and discipline drawings.
Ability to support 3D/2D material downloads, MDU setup, dashboards, forecasting tools, quantity tracking, progress reporting, and integration of instrument index, I/O, panel, and control system material data.
Understanding of control systems engineering, electrical engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, project controls, and field material management interfaces.
Ability to read and interpret control system drawings, instrument indexes, I/O lists, loop diagrams, hook-up details, panel layouts, network architecture references, standard installation details, material specifications, and project documentation.
Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and commitment to data accuracy.
Effective communication and coordination skills across control systems engineering, electrical engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, project controls, suppliers, system integrators, and client representatives.
Ability to prioritize work, support multiple deliverables, meet deadlines, and escalate material issues when required.
Sound judgment, problem-solving ability, and willingness to learn project-specific tools, standards, and work processes.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to work independently or as part of a project team in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with MaterialManager℠ (MATMAN), UNISON data standards, Smart Instrumentation, SPI, or similar systems is considered an asset.
Experience supporting mining projects, large EPC projects, or complex industrial construction and commissioning environments is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Supports and coordinates control system material control activities across engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and field execution, including material take-offs, Bills of Material, RFQs, purchase order support, expediting, field inquiries, and material status reporting for automation and instrumentation-related scope.
Maintains project material data using material management software and applies working knowledge of control system material attributes, instrument and automation device data, I/O and panel-related materials, standard installation details, discipline drawings, key quantity reporting, and the Engineering Responsibility Matrix.
Assists with project setup and execution by supporting control system material catalogues, instrument index and I/O-related material data, standard installation details, hook-up and loop-related references, composites, business rules, 3D/2D material downloads, MDU setup, dashboards, forecasting tools, quantity tracking, and progress reporting.
Coordinates with control systems engineering, electrical engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, project controls, suppliers, system integrators, and clients to support timely material availability, installation readiness, issue resolution, and accurate reporting.
Contributes to material control plans, logistics procedures, estimates, schedules, forecasts, trends, dashboards, and quality checks for control system commodities while demonstrating attention to detail, sound judgment, follow-through, and continuous improvement.