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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing project outcomes through expert scheduling and cost control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely project execution, providing insights and reporting...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape complex engineering projects by leading technical efforts, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring client expectations are exceeded while maintaining quality and safety standards in a dynamic work...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to lead civil projects, drive growth, and mentor teams while managing budgets and timelines effectively, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to WisDOT standards in a collaborati...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Optimize transportation projects by leading teams, managing budgets, and enhancing client relations. Drive growth initiatives while mentoring junior staff and delivering exceptional service to key cli...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects for a federal data analytics platform, ensuring operational excellence through effective communication, risk management, and collaboration across teams whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform complex operations by leading project execution and coordination across multiple teams, ensuring alignment of goals and deliverables with operational priorities while driving mission success...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $143K *

Help us ensure safety and efficiency in operations by developing and reviewing work packages. This role spans multiple disciplines, focusing on maintenance and planning activities related to electrica...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in project management for transportation initiatives, overseeing teams and budgets while fostering client relationships and driving growth within our Wisconsin operations...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Oversee transportation projects, drive business development, and manage project teams. Engage in strategic growth while maintaining key client relationships to ensure successful execution and financia...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading impactful transportation projects. Manage teams, budgets, and schedules while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff to drive growth and ensure projec...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of environmental consulting by leading medium to large projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with teams and clients while supporting assessments, permitting, and reme...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $200K *

Transform satellite manufacturing by leading production automation projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and implement cutting-edge automation solutions, ultimately enhancing...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $137K *

Lead and manage large-scale capital projects in the Power and Energy sector, ensuring compliance and successful delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practices, drive process impro...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative space acquisition strategies, enhance system integration, and support program management initiatives for resilient space capabilities, ensur...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing procurement across diverse programs and product lines. Collaborate with global suppliers to optimize sourcing, resolve challenges, and support product int...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead innovative control systems projects, ensuring robust execution, compliance, and continuous improvement. Engage in technical leadership while managing client relationships and driving project succ...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Engage in quality assurance for construction projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards while collaborating with diverse project teams to drive successful outcomes in project deli...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Support construction oversight for large-scale terminal operations. Engage with project teams to ensure efficient execution of maintenance activities and capital projects while maintaining safety and...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading proposal initiatives, collaborating with teams, and crafting compelling submissions to secure vital contracts in the water sector. Drive success through ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform project accounting through leadership of enterprise applications. Oversee critical financial processes while managing a blended team and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver scalable...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform engineering project delivery in a collaborative environment, ensuring safety, quality, and adherence to budgets. Lead teams, foster client relationships, and drive continuous improvement for...

North Bay, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Drive innovative preconstruction solutions by optimizing design and constructability for diverse projects, ensuring stakeholder collaboration and effective risk management throughout construction phas...

London, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing preconstruction leadership, collaborating with designers and owners to optimize project costs and schedules while ensuring quality and constructability throughout all pro...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead preconstruction efforts, optimizing designs and costs. Engage collaboratively with stakeholders to ensure successful project execution across various construction phases, minim...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading preconstruction efforts to optimize design, cost, and constructability. Leverage your construction expertise to engage with stakeholders for effective planning and...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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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