Explore Opportunities as a Project Controls Specialist

A Project Controls Specialist is a professional who oversees and manages project costs and schedules, ensuring projects are completed within budget and timeframe. They play a critical role in coordinating project activities, assessing risks, and implementing mitigation strategies.

Roles and Responsibilities

Project Controls Specialists are responsible for preparing project budgets, evaluating timelines, monitoring project progress and implementing changes when necessary. They liaise with different project stakeholders and bring about timely completion of projects.

Career Growth and Opportunities

With a wide range of industries reliant on project managers, opportunities in this profession are vast and lucrative, particularly for Project Controls Specialists. Industries such as construction, engineering, IT and healthcare are some of the sectors with high demand for these specialists.

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$77K - $102K *

Tackle project controls by monitoring costs, ensuring financial reporting accuracy, and supporting project managers. Engage with stakeholders to enhance data integrity and reporting for successful pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $95K *

Drive project success by developing and maintaining complex project schedules, metrics, and estimates. Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient project coordination and execute tasks effectiv...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by supporting project controls activities, ensuring accurate cost and schedule data for informed decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop robust frameworks...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in project controls management by developing schedules, forecasting costs, and implementing reporting processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive project success and enhance per...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $125K *

Champion efficient project controls by managing budgets, forecasts, and compliance across the project lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy, mitigate risks, and deliver financial insigh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Transform project oversight by leading initiatives, optimizing tools, and ensuring effective processes to enhance project controls across corporate services. Drive collaboration and deliver expert sup...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $95K *

Collaborate to oversee project controls including cost and schedule management and contribute to efficient budgeting, reporting, and change management practices for successful project execution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $95K *

Empower project success by providing critical financial analysis, cost control, and strategic planning support. Collaborate with teams to enhance project performance and achieve operational goals in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$154K - $168K *

Lead project controls initiatives, managing cost and contract performance across large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze data, optimize budgeting, and support effe...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $119K *

Join a team that's driving success with expert project oversight and controls. As a key contributor, you’ll manage cost forecasting, scheduling, and risk management while collaborating with senior pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$117K - $202K *

Contribute to project success by applying expert project controls, managing budgets, forecasting, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance program delivery a...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $95K *

Drive project success by implementing control systems and tools to optimize cost management, scheduling, and project progress. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure accurate reporting and align wit...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $176K *

Join our team to drive project controls excellence in a dynamic design environment. Utilize your expertise in cost management and scheduling to enhance program delivery and support effective project f...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$117K - $176K *

Lead project controls efforts, enhancing cost management and scheduling in a dynamic design and construction environment while coordinating with management and clients to streamline program delivery...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $189K *

Optimize project controls and financial reporting to enhance program delivery, ensuring compliance with standards. Lead a team while collaborating with various stakeholders in a dynamic design and con...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project controls for complex oil and gas projects. Lead planning, integration of cost and schedule functions, and ensure quality control. Collaborate in project execution, reporting, and reso...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $125K *

Drive financial excellence by supporting the execution of cost contracts while developing solutions to complex challenges. Your role will influence financial metrics and communications in a dynamic te...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering precise cost control and forecast management to elevate project success. Engage with diverse stakeholders to drive efficiencies and facilitate smooth project o...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $110K *

Contribute to project success by delivering comprehensive cost control, reports, and forecasts. Work collaboratively with project teams to track costs, manage changes, and ensure accurate financial ov...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to project financial analysis and reporting by developing baselines, tracking variances, and supporting cost control efforts. Collaborate on data collection to enhance project performance a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$78K - $119K *

Innovate within project controls to enhance financial performance, manage budgets, and support grant administration in a collaborative team. Oversee cost estimates, invoices, and project reporting to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading project controls effectiveness by managing schedules and estimating for complex projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure timely completion and cost efficiency whil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing project schedules and estimates for complex construction projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budgets while collaborating with diverse teams and mentor...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $95K *

Drive effective project controls by coordinating planning, monitoring, and reporting activities from pre-construction through close-out, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and optimizing p...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Lead and develop robust project controls reporting systems to optimize project performance. Oversee project estimating, scheduling, and cost control, supporting Project Managers with expert guidance a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the role of a Project Controls Specialist?question toggle

    A Project Controls Specialist oversees and manages project costs and schedules, ensuring projects are completed within the set budget and timeframe.

  • What industries hire Project Controls Specialists?question toggle

    Industries such as construction, engineering, IT and healthcare have a high demand for Project Controls Specialists.

  • What skills do I need to be a Project Controls Specialist?question toggle

    Important skills for a Project Controls Specialist include proficiency in project management software, strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and exceptional problem-solving abilities.

  • How can I find high-paying Project Controls Specialist jobs?question toggle

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