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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$112K - $159K *

Join a team that's leading large-scale EPC sourcing strategies, driving negotiations, and managing contracts. Leverage your expertise to optimize project delivery, ensuring value and compliance in sup...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $165K *

Drive successful execution of complex high/medium-voltage power projects, ensuring effective program management, financial control, and safety oversight while mentoring assistant project managers for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation to ensure timely delivery and compliance with quality standards...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$115K - $165K *

Drive high-voltage power delivery projects as Project Manager. Lead Engineering, Procurement, and Construction operations ensuring effective execution, communications, and financial controls while men...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Empower mission success by providing project management expertise supporting the National Space Intelligence Center, enhancing integration of advanced technologies and processes for critical data mana...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive business performance as a strategic partner, delivering financial insights and enhancing operational efficiency while ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of accountability within the org...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Manage complex project scheduling activities, leveraging Primavera P6 expertise to drive efficiency and optimize timelines for large-scale infrastructure programs, while collaborating with diverse tea...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project performance by leading planning, scheduling, and resource management for complex projects while ensuring timely updates and team collaboration to support business objectives and enhan...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Lead and manage intermediate to complex construction projects, ensuring financial success and delivery excellence. Cultivate client relationships, oversee project teams, and implement safety and risk...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Deliver expert project management for complex construction tasks, ensuring efficient execution, effective communication, and strategic oversight of financials and resources, all while fostering strong...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive project financial success through effective cost management and collaboration. Manage billing processes, oversee change submissions, and ensure compliance while enhancing workflows for optimal p...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic Project Controls team to drive project forecasting, cost management, and billing processes, ensuring compliance and effective change management for successful project delivery...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that drives project success through expert cost management and forecasting, ensuring precise owner billing and effective change management for optimal project outcomes...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Advance your career by joining our Project Controls team, where you'll execute cost projections, manage cash flow, and ensure compliance with prime contracts while enhancing project efficiency and col...

3 weeks ago

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

$225K - $275K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure management by overseeing complex transit programs, engaging with executive stakeholders, and delivering innovative solutions for major clients in New York...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the management of diverse construction projects within a bustling healthcare environment, ensuring strategic alignment and risk mitigation for successful program delivery across all phases and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on managing impactful environmental projects, driving solutions in site investigation and remediation while leading diverse teams, ensuring project success, and engaging cli...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of environmental project management by leading site investigations, remediation efforts, and business development initiatives. Oversee project scopes, deliverables, and resources whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Manage diverse environmental projects, driving client solutions and mentorship while ensuring adherence to budget and timelines. Collaborate with teams to meet project objectives and maintain quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in impactful environmental projects, managing teams to deliver high-quality site remediation and client solutions while fostering growth and mentoring staff in a hybrid work environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $172K *

Innovate logistics solutions by coordinating complex construction activities at an airport, ensuring efficient operations across multiple projects while preventing conflicts and disruptions to tenants...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$163K - $212K *

Serve as the senior onsite A/E technical representative for a critical Navy infrastructure project, overseeing construction-phase reviews, coordinating with teams, and mitigating risks to ensure high...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$163K - $212K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Navy infrastructure by providing senior onsite A/E technical leadership for a multi-billion-dollar shore modernization program. Your expertise will enhance con...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, overseeing multiple roofing projects from planning to completion. Your expertise will ensure successful execution, budget management, and compliance with indu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$165K - $190K *

Engage in comprehensive project management for Transit Power Substation Systems, overseeing modernization and integration efforts across rail networks. Ensure compliance, safety, and efficiency while...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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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