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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$155K - $185K *

Lead electrical design efforts for municipal water/wastewater projects, managing team workflows and providing guidance to junior engineers. Drive project delivery while ensuring adherence to budget an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $185K *

Oversee electrical design for municipal water/wastewater projects, manage tasks and mentoring for junior engineers, and ensure project delivery on time and budget while supporting business development...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $185K *

Lead the charge in electrical design for municipal water/wastewater projects, overseeing a talented team while managing budgets and deadlines, ensuring top-quality performance and mentoring the next g...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $185K *

Lead design and coordination of electrical systems for municipal water/wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project delivery on time, whil...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $185K *

Transform the future of water management as a Principal Electrical Engineer, leading design and consulting services for municipal power systems. Join a dynamic team, oversee junior engineers, and driv...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $185K *

Collaborate with a skilled team to lead electrical design and consulting on water/wastewater projects. Oversee junior engineers, manage project delivery, and support industry growth while conducting d...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $185K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of municipal water solutions, providing technical leadership in electrical design and consulting. Drive projects that enhance resilience in water and wastewater man...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by mastering complex project schedules using Primavera P6. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and ensure timely execution of power generation projects. Engage in continuou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by developing and controlling work packages, enhancing operational safety and efficiency. Mentor junior staff while analyzing performance data and recommending improvements in a su...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in program/project evaluation by applying analytical techniques to assess budget, requirements, and schedules. Ensure effective management of projects while streamlining processes for...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive your career with specialized programs analysis, ensuring project goals are met through effective management and coordination. Leverage your expertise in data interpretation and strategic communi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful traffic engineering projects by overseeing the full project lifecycle, from planning and design to implementation and support, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to executing Asset Management programs effectively. Lead field operations, ensuring safety, quality, and communication while collaborating with technical teams and clients...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $150K *

Join a team that's leading safety and integrity in Asset Management. Oversee field operations, coordinate inspections, and drive project success while collaborating with diverse teams in a dynamic ind...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $123K *

Partner with us to deliver innovative regulatory solutions for electric sector modernization, managing compliance and engagement across various teams to ensure alignment with goals and effective proje...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$102K - $137K *

Lead project cost control efforts and mentor team members through all phases of construction. Collaborate closely with various stakeholders to ensure projects stay on budget and meet quality standards...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower project success by leading construction initiatives, managing budgets, and coordinating teams to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while engaging with stakeholders throughout...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data analytics to optimize IT and cloud expenses. Drive cost-saving initiatives, develop insightful dashboards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $113K *

Drive effective operations for Capital and Maintenance programs by conducting thorough data analysis, developing schedules, and creating governance tools to ensure successful program execution and sta...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform project delivery success by leveraging expertise in cost control, scheduling, and performance measurement within complex industrial and government projects, ensuring compliance and efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Reimagine advanced technology facility projects in a dynamic, collaborative role. Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage budgets, schedules, and quality to ensure successful delivery of complex desig...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by leading complex engineering projects in cleanroom and advanced facility environments, ensuring quality and compliance from concept through constr...

6 days ago

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

$130K - $200K *

Lead the charge in managing complex multidisciplinary projects for advanced technology facilities, ensuring quality and alignment with client objectives throughout all phases from planning to construc...

6 days ago

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

$130K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, multidisciplinary projects for advanced technology facilities, focusing on design, delivery, and risk management to ensure high-quality outcomes in fast-paced envi...

6 days ago

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

$130K - $200K *

Lead advanced technology facility projects, managing design, delivery, and risk across phases to exceed client goals and ensure high-quality outcomes in dynamic environments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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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