Project Controls Manager Jobs

Project Controls Managers help organizations deliver complex projects on schedule and within budget. They lead the systems and processes used to plan work, monitor costs, track schedules, forecast outcomes, and communicate performance to project leaders and executives. Explore vetted Project Controls Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Project Controls Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but commonly include developing project controls frameworks, maintaining integrated schedules, overseeing cost and progress reporting, analyzing variances, and identifying risks that could affect delivery. These managers work closely with project managers, finance teams, engineering groups, contractors, and senior stakeholders to support informed decisions throughout a project’s lifecycle.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for experience with project planning and scheduling, cost management, forecasting, change control, earned value management, and risk analysis. Strong communication, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and leadership skills are valuable, along with familiarity with project controls software and reporting tools. Requirements may differ based on project size, sector, and organizational needs.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Project Controls Managers may find opportunities in construction, engineering, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, technology, and other project-intensive fields. Senior roles can include responsibility for a portfolio, major capital programs, a project controls team, or enterprise-wide standards. Browse current Ladders listings to find roles that align with your background and career goals.

Find Project Controls Manager Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Project Controls Manager openings to compare opportunities, review role requirements, and take the next step toward a senior project management career.

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$125K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of EV service centers by conducting critical site evaluations and navigating zoning processes. Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, ensuring succ...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional construction cost services. Leverage your expertise in cost management to advise clients, manage estimates, and ensure financial success on mediu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of specialized federal projects by managing product delivery from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, budgets, and schedules while leading cross-fun...

Alexandria, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $199K *

Shape the future of nuclear engineering by leading innovative I&C projects, solving complex challenges, and guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve strategic objectives in a remote environment...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $300K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale mission-critical projects, ensuring strategic execution, financial performance, and team development. Drive client satisfaction and operational excellence in fa...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive end-to-end delivery of wireless infrastructure projects, managing scope, budget, and timelines while coordinating with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure quality and customer satisfaction...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Champion the development and management of healthcare service contracts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance care quality and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with con...

Austin, TXRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers to enhance data import systems, ensuring efficient document processing and integration. Drive technical direction, improve engineering practices, and foster a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $158K *

Manage the successful delivery of healthcare IT projects, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compliance with standards while driving customer engagement and adoption across acute care environments...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive impactful accounting and finance projects for diverse clients. Leverage your expertise to tackle complex challenges and enhance operational efficiency across various indus...

Georgia, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $152K *

Join us to lead complex outage events in the power generation sector, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive best practices and enhance operational excellence while managing teams and custome...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering preconstruction efforts by leading front-end project planning, cost development, and schedule creation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $180K *

Elevate your career as an Accounting Manager, driving financial reporting and SOX compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external auditors while optimizing sy...

Palo Alto, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of casual gaming by owning the Roadmap Track, driving feature innovation, and enhancing player retention for a flagship title. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver impactfu...

Myrtle Point, ORRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$92K - $166K *

Empower engineering teams to excel in electric utility projects nationwide while optimizing project performance through strategic leadership and client collaboration. Drive business growth by managing...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $136K *

Shape the future of energy efficiency by managing client programs from inception to completion. Oversee budgets, ensure compliance, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results and c...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic oversight of government contracts, ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS while driving risk mitigation and profitability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contract manage...

Alabama, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex IT projects, ensuring timely completion and customer satisfaction through data analysis and effective communication across teams...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Deliver comprehensive project management for civil construction initiatives, ensuring timely completion, safety compliance, and budget adherence across diverse projects in North America and Australia...

Alberta, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing IT operations and security across multiple business units. Oversee service management, endpoint security, and compliance, ensuring seamless integration and support for a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $193K *

Join a dynamic team as a Program Manager, leading complex projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage resources, and drive innovation while ensuring client sat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by driving impactful business improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage projects, analyze data, and enhance operational efficiency in a dynamic env...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $203K *

Join the charge in shaping technical solutions by transforming stakeholder needs into actionable requirements, fostering collaboration within teams, and ensuring project success throughout the product...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, large-scale programs and projects, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective planning, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive success b...

Missouri, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Controls Manager do?question toggle

    A Project Controls Manager oversees project planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, progress reporting, and risk monitoring. The role helps project teams understand performance and address issues that could affect budget, schedule, or delivery.

  • What qualifications are common for Project Controls Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek relevant project controls experience, strong skills in scheduling and cost management, analytical and communication abilities, and familiarity with project management or reporting software. Specific education, certifications, and experience requirements vary by employer and industry.

  • Which industries hire Project Controls Managers?question toggle

    Project Controls Managers work across industries with complex projects, including construction, engineering, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, and technology.

  • How much do Project Controls Manager jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by industry, location, project scope, and experience. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Project Controls Manager opportunities.

  • Where can I find Project Controls Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    You can explore Project Controls Manager listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.