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Jerritt Canyon

Project Controls Coordinator

Elko, NV · On-site

The Opportunity The Project Controls Coordinator supports the planning, scheduling, cost tracking ... Responsibilities * Assist in developing and maintaining integrated project schedules using ...

Jerritt Canyon

Project Controls Coordinator

Elko, NV · On-site

The Opportunity The Project Controls Coordinator supports the planning, scheduling, cost tracking ... Responsibilities * Assist in developing and maintaining integrated project schedules using ...

Stantec

Project Controls Analyst

Reno, NV · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

The Project Controls Analyst is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external ... Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers * Assist Project ...

Stantec

Project Controls Analyst

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$65K - $95K/yr

The Project Controls Analyst is a key point of contact for numerous internal and external ... Provide budget, contract, and financial management support to Project Managers * Assist Project ...

WSP

Project Controls Site Coordinator

Elko, NV · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Project Controls Site Coordinator to join their Project Controls ... * Assist with assessing project risks on a continual basis, including cost and schedule risk ...

WSP

Project Controls Site Coordinator

Elko, NV

$90K - $100K/yr

This Opportunity WSP is seeking a Project Controls Site Coordinator to join their Project Controls ... * Assist with assessing project risks on a continual basis, including cost and schedule risk ...

brs

Project Control Specialist

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

Perform project controls support services to the U.S. Department of Energy, Environmental ... Provide project support to DOE to assist with project management and EM programmatic oversight ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for project controls assistant in Nevada is $21.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.64 and $24.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Project Controls Assistant vs Cost Controller?

AspectProject Controls AssistantCost Controller
CredentialsTypically requires a diploma or associate degree in project management, finance, or related fieldOften requires a degree in finance, accounting, or related discipline, with certifications like CMA or CPA beneficial
Work EnvironmentWorks within project teams, supporting scheduling, reporting, and documentationFocuses on budgeting, cost tracking, and financial analysis within projects
Industry UsageCommonly used in construction, engineering, and infrastructure projectsPrimarily found in construction, manufacturing, and large-scale project industries

The Project Controls Assistant and Cost Controller roles share similarities in supporting project management and financial tracking. However, the Project Controls Assistant typically focuses on scheduling, reporting, and documentation support, while the Cost Controller specializes in budgeting, cost analysis, and financial oversight. Both roles require related credentials and are vital in project execution, but their core responsibilities differ based on financial versus scheduling focus.

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Project Controls Coordinator

Jerritt Canyon

Elko, NV • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

About Jerritt Canyon
The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations.
The Opportunity
The Project Controls Coordinator supports the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, reporting, and performance monitoring of mining projects. This role works closely with project managers, engineering teams, procurement, construction, and operations personnel to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. The coordinator helps maintain project controls systems, prepares reports, tracks key performance indicators (KPIs), and assists with forecasting and change management activities for mining capital projects, sustaining projects, or site infrastructure programs.
Responsibilities
  • Assist in developing and maintaining integrated project schedules using Microsoft Project.
  • Monitor project progress against approved schedules and milestones.
  • Coordinate schedule updates with engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams.
  • Identify schedule risks, delays, and potential impacts to project delivery.
  • Support short-term and long-term mine project planning activities.
  • Track project expenditures, commitments, and accruals.
  • Assist with budget development and cost forecasting.
  • Maintain cost reports and earned value tracking metrics.
  • Analyze variances between planned and actual costs and provide recommendations.
  • Support invoice verification and contractor progress evaluations.
  • Prepare weekly and monthly project controls reports for management and stakeholders.
  • Maintain project documentation, logs, and records.
  • Generate dashboards, KPIs, progress curves, and performance summaries.
  • Ensure project data integrity within project management systems.
  • Support management of project scope changes and trend tracking.
  • Assist in evaluating impacts of change orders on cost and schedule.
  • Maintain change management registers and supporting documentation.
  • Coordinate with project managers, site supervisors, engineers, contractors, and vendors.
  • Participate in project meetings and provide project controls updates.
  • Support procurement and contract administration activities as needed.
  • Ensure alignment between field execution and project plans.
  • Support adherence to company policies, mining regulations, and safety standards.
  • Promote a strong safety culture and participate in site safety initiatives.
  • Ensure project controls processes comply with internal governance requirements.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, Mining Engineering or related field.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in project controls, project coordination, construction, or mining operations.
  • Experience supporting mining, heavy industrial, construction, or infrastructure projects preferred.
  • Familiarity with cost tracking, scheduling, forecasting, and reporting processes.
  • Proficiency with: Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, SAP, Oracle.
  • Experience working in remote site or field environments is an asset.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • High attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Combination of office and mining site environments.
  • May require travel to remote mining operations.
  • Ability to work in field conditions and adhere to site safety requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.

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