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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$136K - $170K *

Accelerate progress at a critical intersection of systems engineering and program management, supporting acquisition strategies and initiatives for special operations. Contribute to key projects requi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

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Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$138K - $178K *

Oversee large-scale healthcare construction projects, managing budgets and schedules while nurturing team collaboration and leadership in safety and quality standards...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Oversee and manage full project lifecycle from planning to completion, ensuring timely execution, adherence to budgets, and effective stakeholder communication to achieve project objectives and mainta...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $165K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $169K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $97K *

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Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $200K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Engage with clients to drive multiple strategic projects, ensuring quality deliverables, effective communication, and successful stakeholder collaboration to enhance operational excellence and safety...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $115K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $115K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $115K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $115K *

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3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $150K *

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$104K - $138K *

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

$104K - $138K *

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Edmonton, ABIn-Person

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

$90K - $110K *

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Pickering, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$89K - $110K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development of inclusive communication and engagement strategies for diverse projects. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to shape impactful initiatives, mentor junior staff, and drive...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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

$84K - $121K *

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Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business 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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