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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$104K - $138K *

Lead and manage multidisciplinary Environmental and Social Impact Assessment projects, ensuring successful delivery while balancing client satisfaction, budgets, and environmental stewardship within C...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $130K *

Take ownership of environmental and social impact assessments for mining projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams through complex initiatives, ensuring project success while balancing community and envi...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $138K *

Lead impactful environmental projects in mining, balancing development and sustainability. Guide cross-functional teams through assessments and ensure client satisfaction while managing risks, budgets...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $161K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and support AVEVA MES solutions across manufacturing. Drive improvements in production and quality through expert configuration and incident resolution while collabora...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead the execution of construction projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and quality from planning through closeout. Collaborate with large field teams to drive operational excellence and exceed proj...

2 weeks ago

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

$99K - $225K *

Support contract management processes by leveraging negotiation skills and expertise to mitigate risk, assisting throughout the acquisition life cycle while fostering strong relationships within the I...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $138K *

Transform environmental project management by leading multidisciplinary teams in delivering impactful Environmental and Social Impact Assessments for responsible mining development across Canada...

Saskatoon, SKIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

Drive project excellence as you manage multiple real estate ventures, guiding teams from planning through completion while collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders to achieve strategic obje...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving complex projects from inception to completion. You'll oversee real estate development, ensuring excellence in planning and execution while collaborating with cl...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead multidisciplinary projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with clients and teams to meet strategic goals while managing budgets, timelines, and resourc...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Take ownership of diverse real estate projects, overseeing all phases from initiation to completion, while aligning with client objectives and managing regional teams effectively and efficiently...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Lead project management initiatives for diverse real estate projects, guiding teams from planning through completion while ensuring adherence to strategic objectives and quality standards. Travel may...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Unlock project success by managing multi-use facility construction from start to finish. Lead client collaboration in planning, budgeting, and execution while ensuring high-quality standards and timel...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's focused on managing complex multi-use construction projects from inception to completion while ensuring optimal performance and client satisfaction through effective communication a...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape data-driven insights by maintaining and enhancing Power BI dashboards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize reporting for capital projects while transitioning to a centralized, au...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$73K - $125K *

Lead and guide the execution of programmatic support and grants management activities, ensuring high-quality compliance with federal standards. Collaborate across regional and national initiatives to...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Champion the delivery of complex defense and infrastructure programs, ensuring integrated execution in multi-stakeholder environments for government clients, while managing schedules, budgets, and per...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape and oversee complex defense and infrastructure programs for NATO and global allies, ensuring integrated planning and execution across multidisciplinary teams in high-stakes environments...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing client satisfaction by managing project initiatives, aligning stakeholders, and driving service excellence to meet the business objectives of financial institution partner...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead innovative engineering projects within a dynamic environment, delivering custom nuclear solutions. Collaborate with multi-disciplined teams and clients while managing scope, schedule, and quality...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Advance project management excellence by orchestrating federal IT initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering Agile methodologies while delivering measurable results and ensuring comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Develop and manage large-scale data center projects, leading teams from preconstruction to closeout while ensuring alignment with client objectives and industry standards. Cultivate client relationshi...

3 weeks ago

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

$122K - $179K *

Drive advanced digital controls innovations in power systems. Collaborate with a global team to design, validate, and launch critical power infrastructure products while ensuring performance and compl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K *

Accelerate progress at operational oversight, ensuring compliance and quality while managing staff and procedures within a secure facility. Cultivate positive relationships and resolve challenges for...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $126K *

Inspire impactful change in property management by overseeing and improving essential construction projects. Ideal for proactive individuals eager to lead initiatives and enhance facilities diligently...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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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