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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$180K - $245K *

Execute high voltage and EHV project management, ensuring quality delivery across project lifecycles. Collaborate with stakeholders, lead teams, and navigate complex client needs while driving strateg...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $120K *

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Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$144K - $172K *

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

$103K - $131K *

Shape the future of aerospace and defense by executing comprehensive configuration management across diverse programs and lifecycle phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure configurat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $126K *

Join our team as a Senior Configuration Management Specialist to lead and execute configuration management across aerospace and defense programs, ensuring integrity and compliance throughout the produ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $126K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $130K *

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1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading procurement efforts for complex shipbuilding and defense projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and compliance while managing negoti...

Levis, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion procurement excellence at the forefront of complex industrial projects. Lead comprehensive supply chain activities, collaborate with teams across the organization, and drive results through s...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives by ensuring compliance, conducting audits, and collaborating on supplier evaluations. Contribute to project quality plans and manage quality systems while driving pr...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engage in construction oversight to ensure compliance with safety standards, project codes, and quality practices. Support project management by addressing non-conformances and facilitating communicat...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $175K *

Lead procurement and management of engineering consultant contracts, driving performance and governance across a major rail infrastructure program. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure contract co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $100K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

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Salluit, QCIn-Person

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

$108K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $104K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $231K *

Shape the future of project controls by driving effective execution and performance management across operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance governance and ensure strategic ali...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join our team to support and manage diverse international projects focused on radiological security. Utilize your expertise in policy, communications, and national security to drive impactful solution...

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

$87K - $104K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $104K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $104K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $104K *

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  •   Less than 5 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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