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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$95K - $157K *

Lead the charge in developing robust electrical systems, guiding projects, and mentoring junior engineers to deliver innovative power distribution solutions while ensuring strict adherence to safety a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $130K *

Champion infrastructure excellence by directing inspection activities for complex projects. Collaborate with top professionals to ensure compliance and quality, maintaining vital records and relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$121K - $194K *

Develop innovative mechanical designs for water/wastewater projects, lead integration efforts, and produce comprehensive documentation, while mentoring junior engineers and managing project timelines...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $194K *

Drive innovative mechanical design and process integration for water/wastewater projects, collaborating to deliver tailored solutions that enhance vital infrastructure while mentoring junior engineers...

1 week ago

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

$121K - $194K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative mechanical design for water treatment facilities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver tailored solutions while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring qua...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $194K *

Bring your expertise to innovative water treatment projects, leading mechanical design and process integration. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver solutions, while mentoring junior engineers a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$60K - $105K *

Join us to oversee project estimating, bidding, and execution in large-scale construction. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure quality, compliance, and timely delivery while optimizing proces...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$70K - $95K *

Optimize project schedules and enhance workflow efficiency for nuclear operations. Collaborate with teams to develop detailed timelines, conduct critical path analyses, and resolve potential conflicts...

Killona, LAIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Transform the landscape by managing biopharmaceutical projects from inception to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction while leading a multi-functional team through...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $175K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading cross-functional teams in the successful delivery of innovative solutions. Champion process improvements and client satisfaction throughout the product lifecycle wh...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in environmental consulting by managing EHS projects, developing client relationships, and staying updated on industry trends to deliver sustainable solutions and drive business growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K *

Lead the charge in managing high-stakes regulatory projects, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance. Your project management expertise will be pivotal in navigating complex regulatory la...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Help us develop and maintain precise project schedules to support significant Federal Government Opportunities. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate delivery on projects valued over $20M through...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Optimize project outcomes by developing compliant schedules and forecasts for Federal Government construction opportunities while collaborating with estimating teams and ensuring timely project comple...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$147K - $183K *

Lead the charge in delivering large-scale utility and infrastructure projects while shaping the strategy and guiding a talented team with a focus on stakeholder management, regulatory compliance, and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Champion complex project scheduling by developing and maintaining detailed CPM schedules, ensuring adherence to corporate standards while optimizing project timelines and delivering progress reports f...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Manage project coordination across diverse electrical utility deployments. Support program operations by tracking schedules, documenting standards, and facilitating communications to ensure successful...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to optimize project financial performance and reporting. Leverage your expertise in accounting and project control to support Division Leads with analysis, budgeting, and variance repo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $239K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead complex engineering projects from conception to delivery, ensuring alignment with quality, budget, and timelines. Drive impactful innovation while managing r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex building automation projects, ensuring successful delivery from deal setup to client relationships. Manage teams, budgets, and safety while driving client sati...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead project management efforts by overseeing contracts, budgets, and compliance. Cultivate client relationships and ensure project milestones are met while enhancing team performance and safety acros...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage project operations and team dynamics to ensure timely, profitable completion of multiple substantial projects, maintaining compliance, safety, and strong relationships with clients and vendors...

1 week ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Empower your project management career by overseeing substantial projects, managing budgets, subcontractor performance, and ensuring compliance. Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and t...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing staff and budgets, ensuring compliance, and fostering strong relationships with clients and vendors throughout the project lifecycle. Drive profitability while ma...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Help us ensure the highest standards of quality and safety across construction projects. Oversee contract compliance, safety protocols, and quality assurance while leading project teams and liaising w...

3 weeks ago

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

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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