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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$140K - $180K *

Lead critical engineering and procurement projects, ensuring seamless execution from proposal to closeout. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive successful outcomes in complex industrial environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining airport infrastructure through advanced BIM strategies, coordinating efforts across disciplines. Drive governance, streamline processes, and enhance project delivery to c...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$189K - $284K *

Lead the charge in shaping future rail and transit programs while building strong client relationships and overseeing project management, quality assurance, and team development to drive successful pr...

3 weeks ago

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

$104K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing complex power systems studies projects for mission critical facilities, ensuring accurate execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while collaborating with inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $168K *

Shape the future of production planning by coordinating schedules and managing risks with cross-functional teams, utilizing ERP systems to optimize operations and ensure timely delivery of products wh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead financial accuracy and operational excellence as you oversee key accounting functions, manage audit activities, and drive improvements in a dynamic, remote environment focused on scalability and...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in accounting excellence by managing month-end close processes and financial reporting. Collaborate across departments to enhance internal controls and leverage technology for improved...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic finance team as a key leader, supporting accounting operations, enhancing financial reporting, and driving compliance. Collaborate across departments to deliver accurate financial infor...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion operational excellence by leading accounting teams, ensuring timely financial reporting, and fostering compliance with regulations, while leveraging advanced finance technologies for continuo...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction schedules for large-scale programs. Utilize your expertise in Primavera P6 and stakeholder management to ensure project delivery within critical timeli...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Optimally manage large-scale construction schedules, ensuring adherence to best practices and facilitating collaboration with multidisciplinary teams for successful project delivery across key markets...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Shape the future of construction projects by creating and managing schedules for complex programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive efficiency and ensure timely delivery across variou...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale construction schedules. Utilize Primavera P6 and Tableau to develop and oversee project timelines, ensuring collaboration with stakeholders and adherence to bes...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in accounting operations and financial reporting. This leadership role will enhance internal controls and drive financial processes to ensure accuracy and sc...

4 days ago

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

$182K - $204K *

Lead the development of project controls for large-scale construction projects. Oversee budgeting, scheduling, and performance data management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$182K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls, ensuring accuracy in cost, schedule, and performance data across various construction projects. Drive strategic alignment and enhance project execution th...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $165K *

Advance your career by managing complex K-12 construction schedules. Oversee project planning, monitor performance, and facilitate integration across multiple projects to ensure timely delivery and su...

4 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Lead complex cross-functional projects by defining scope, managing budgets, and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction through proactive risk mitigation and compliance with quality standards. Collaborate w...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Engineer complex cross-functional projects, managing scope, budgets, and schedules. Drive stakeholder satisfaction through best practices while leading project teams and ensuring compliance with quali...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of digital transformation by leading organizational change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions from legacy systems to modern solutions while driving stakeholder engagement and me...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $136K *

Analyze project controls for a complex healthcare capital program, managing cost, schedule, and risks. Collaborate with teams to drive project success through data-driven insights and effective govern...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $91K *

Lead cost analysis efforts to support program controls, ensuring clear reporting for leadership. Develop and maintain cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle, integrating budgeting with schedu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Manage complex project control functions to ensure successful project execution, including cost estimating and scheduling with a focus on innovative solutions and trend analysis, while leading and sup...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the successful delivery of large-scale grants implementations, managing client relationships, cross-functional teams, and ensuring adherence to governance standards while driving project...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $110K *

Unlock success by leading enterprise-scale grants projects for government clients. Manage project plans, risk assessments, and stakeholder relationships while coordinating cross-functional teams to en...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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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