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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$90K - $110K *

Manage project performance and execution, ensuring timely delivery and financial success. Collaborate with teams to solve challenges and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, driving infras...

Durham, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion project success by managing performance, schedules, and financials. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe execution and effective problem-solving while maintaining strong relationships with s...

Aurora, CORemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Manage and expand a high-volume portfolio of B2B healthcare accounts, ensuring exceptional customer engagement and retention while driving product adoption and scalable processes in a fast-paced envir...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine cloud infrastructure and security with robust Azure solutions to enhance scalability, resilience, and compliance. Collaborate across teams to ensure operational excellence while meeting fede...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $105K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution and operational excellence in medical communications. Leverage your project management skills to ensure timely delivery and high-qual...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $124K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results while developin...

Itasca, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Elevate the customer journey by managing tools and processes that enhance the customer experience. Lead initiatives across teams to optimize operations, drive product adoption, and ensure seamless col...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by transforming data into actionable insights, leading cross-functional projects, and driving process improvements to enhance performance and scalability in a dynamic e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$123K - $154K *

Empower your career by independently managing commercial agreements, guiding negotiations, and collaborating across teams to ensure effective risk management and scalable operations in a dynamic envir...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Empower cloud innovation by leading a distributed engineering team to design, deploy, and optimize Azure solutions, ensuring operational excellence and financial accountability in a dynamic enterprise...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform complex eDiscovery projects by leading teams through the EDRM lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables and strategic client partnerships in a fast-paced environment...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage IT projects, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with organizational goals. Oversee planning, execution, and communication while collaborating across teams to meet project miles...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $105K *

Transform creative visions into tangible assets by managing the entire production lifecycle. Oversee timelines, quality control, and vendor relationships to ensure projects are delivered on-brand, on...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of product management by leading AI-driven initiatives, collaborating across teams, and shaping strategies that enhance customer experiences and drive business growth in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $131K *

Empower your career by leading new site developments in retail banking. Drive project execution, manage budgets, and mitigate risks while ensuring quality and client satisfaction across multiple locat...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 days ago

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

$175K *

Shape the future of global telecommunications by leading strategy, architecture, and operations for voice and video infrastructure, ensuring reliable and cost-effective communication services aligned...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead project coordination efforts by ensuring effective communication and management of materials, schedules, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and enhance project effi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in regional operations management, driving customer satisfaction and inspiring teams across multiple locations in the fire and life safety industry. Take ownership of operational excel...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $110K *

Join our mission to streamline operations! Oversee contract management and vendor relationships, ensuring smooth processes and strong partnerships. Utilize detail-oriented skills to enhance efficiency...

San Diego, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$73K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to manage logistics for medical imaging installations, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction. Develop project plans and gain hands-on experience while supporting Proje...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $205K *

Join a team that's driving M&A success by leading financial strategy, target evaluation, and integration planning. Collaborate with senior leaders to identify opportunities and execute critical phases...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive strategic transformation by leading Record-to-Report functions, enhancing service quality, and implementing best practices across Financial Systems Consulting to achieve world-class operational...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Advance financial operations by managing project finance teams, enhancing reporting processes, and supporting month-end close activities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate revenue recog...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by managing financial operations for project teams, enhancing reporting accuracy, and leading financial analysis to support clinical trials and strategic decision-making...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Lead efforts to monitor and mitigate fraud risks in credit card processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance fraud detection strategies and ensure a seamless customer experience whil...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.