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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$124K - $202K *

Advance water resource projects by leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing project deliverables, and nurturing client relationships. Leverage 15+ years of engineering expertise to shape high-impact...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$124K - $202K *

Inspire the future of water resource management by leading multi-disciplinary teams in delivering complex projects. Utilize your extensive engineering expertise to drive successful outcomes and innova...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $95K *

Support project accounting by managing billings and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, collaborating with the project management team to maintain accurate financial records and audits whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Champion regulatory compliance by leading permitting strategy and execution for large-scale energy projects. Engage with governmental agencies to secure necessary permits and ensure alignment with pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$132K - $152K *

Transform critical Air Force programs by managing acquisition strategies and operational readiness. Drive cost reduction, schedule management, and document reviews to ensure mission success and progra...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $155K *

Transform operational readiness by managing cross-functional Air Force programs. Leverage deep program management expertise to coordinate execution, achieve performance objectives, and influence impac...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Champion innovative architectural solutions while managing commercial project activities. Lead design efforts, ensure client satisfaction, and mentor staff. Drive project success through collaboration...

4 weeks ago

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

$146K - $215K *

Drive global compliance initiatives that enhance the control environment, optimize processes, and mentor a team of professionals. Collaborate with leadership, manage risks, and provide strategic insig...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $120K *

Lead the successful delivery of SaaS products, managing client onboarding, project progress, and issue resolution while ensuring customer satisfaction and strong client relationships throughout the pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $120K *

Transform client interactions by ensuring the seamless delivery of SaaS solutions. Lead onboarding, manage projects, resolve issues, and build lasting relationships that position you as a trusted advi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading on-site construction operations. Ensure safety, compliance, and technical excellence while mentoring field teams and coordinating complex projects in mission-critical en...

Yesterday

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive onsite construction excellence, leading large teams to ensure project safety, compliance, timeliness, and technical quality from planning through closeout, while fostering a culture of mentorshi...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Lead the administration and enhancement of Canadian benefits programs, ensuring compliance and efficiency while providing expert support across HR and employee inquiries...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading architectural projects from design to delivery, ensuring quality, managing client relations, and driving project team performance in a dynamic environment focused on exc...

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

$77K - $120K *

Deliver exceptional SaaS solutions by leading client onboarding, managing projects, and ensuring satisfaction. Build strong client relationships and drive continuous improvement within our services wh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering SaaS solutions to clients through exceptional project management and onboarding. Build strong relationships, proactively resolve issues, and ensure timely product deliver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a talented engineering team, driving innovative product development from concept to launch while managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve business obj...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Drive the successful delivery of complex federal projects by leading diverse teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project goals are met on time and within budget. Leverage your expertise...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of complex automotive electronics programs, guiding them through each phase from customer award to production launch, ensuring safety, quality, and timeliness while leading cross-functi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $120K *

Lead the charge in implementing safety protocols for wind, solar, and energy projects across North America, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a culture of safety and team collaborat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Empower security efforts by providing expertise to enhance compliance and training initiatives for an Information Security program, while managing stakeholder coordination and incident processing to m...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Play a key role in advancing the Defense Threat Reduction Agency's initiatives by managing Chemical and Biological Defense project operations, facilitating communication, and supporting strategic deve...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Advance your career as you lead diverse project teams through all phases of design and execution. Focus on building client relationships and delivering high-quality work while ensuring project schedul...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of mission-critical electrical projects by leading planning and execution efforts, ensuring quality and budget compliance, and managing team collaboration to deliver exceptional results...

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $133K *

Empower a diverse team by driving IT project success with your expertise in project management. Oversee planning, execution, and delivery while enhancing processes and methodologies for optimal collab...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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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