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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$75K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls initiatives, managing costs, schedules, and risks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver quality res...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Help us streamline project success by managing estimates, schedules, and costs while collaborating across teams. Leverage your analytical skills to drive effective decision-making and maximize project...

3 weeks ago

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

$86K - $128K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex mining and industrial projects across North America, ensuring top-tier project performance, client satisfaction, and adherence to safety and quality standards throu...

2 weeks ago

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

$86K - $128K *

Transform projects across North America by leading teams in mining and industrial applications. Drive project delivery with a focus on financials, safety, and client satisfaction while ensuring excell...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions in mining, mineral processing, and industrial projects. Lead diverse teams to drive project success across North America whi...

2 weeks ago

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

$86K - $128K *

Tackle project management and engineering leadership for mining and industrial projects across North America, ensuring efficient delivery through strong team coordination, client engagement, and adher...

2 weeks ago

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

$86K - $128K *

Shape the future of project delivery by leading diverse teams in the Mining and Industrial sectors. Oversee project performance, ensuring excellence in safety, quality, client satisfaction, and profit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project performance by implementing controls and analysis. Collaborate with operational managers to monitor planning and ensure compliance with contracts, enhancing overall project execution...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic projects for major financial clients. Engage with stakeholders, manage budgets, and ensure timely project delivery while building strong client relationships an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing and maintaining digital control systems for generating stations. Ensure reliability and efficiency while supporting troubleshooting and collaborating with op...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $125K *

Empower our compliance and quality assurance efforts by overseeing program deliverables, ensuring timely submissions, and maintaining high standards across federal contracts, all while fostering colla...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $90K *

Partner with us to support vital infrastructure and environmental projects. You'll coordinate stakeholders, conduct research, and manage documentation to ensure timely project delivery and effective c...

Cold Lake, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize procurement processes by managing supplier selection, bidding, and contract negotiations to enhance project efficiency and mitigate risks in execution. Drive vendor evaluations and ensure com...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Drive compliance and excellence in NDE processes, directing quality programs, training, and technical guidance for inspections, while managing regulatory adherence and non-conformance resolutions with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Drive excellence in global project execution by managing complex transitions from inception to completion. Lead project teams, ensure timely delivery, and foster collaboration across functions in the...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on leading large-scale construction projects, overseeing execution strategies, and driving high performance. This role involves extensive collaboration, risk management, and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Lead impactful projects by developing strategies, managing teams, and ensuring effective client relations. Oversee project execution, mitigate risks, and drive financial success across multiple projec...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and execute large-scale projects, ensuring effective delivery and client satisfaction while coordinating across various business units for optimal results. Your strategic l...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering cutting-edge projects, overseeing cross-functional teams and ensuring client satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle while driving efficiency and innovation in exec...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine project execution by leading multi-million dollar initiatives. Implement strategies for success, manage client relations, and ensure seamless project delivery across all phases while upholdi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$124K - $134K *

Manage the execution of critical defense projects, ensuring strategic alignment and adherence to performance metrics while fostering relationships with key stakeholders and driving organizational succ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Optimize independent quality assurance for high-voltage T&D equipment, ensuring critical projects meet safety, reliability, and compliance standards while collaborating with engineers, suppliers, and...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex technical projects within the medical device field. Drive project planning, execution, and regulatory compliance while optimizing cross-functional team performance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$113K - $165K *

Champion cross-functional project teams through complex product development, ensuring alignment with schedules, budget, and quality. Drive strategic initiatives and continuous improvement within globa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance transportation projects by managing multidisciplinary teams and client relationships. Lead engineering contracts while ensuring project delivery aligns with strategic goals, budgets, and sched...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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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