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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Project Controls - Cost Engineer
$78K - $119K *
Lead the charge in cost engineering for a major infrastructure project, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while implementing innovative...
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$95K - $115K *
Optimize project delivery by managing medium-large IT projects, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and timelines while fostering collaboration across teams and maintaining high-quality project doc...
Today
$104K - $170K *
Lead the charge in managing complex power systems studies projects for mission critical facilities, ensuring accurate execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while collaborating with inte...
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Vice President - Project Management
$160K - $200K *
Transform the Project Management Department by leading a high-performing team, driving sales growth, and enhancing client relationships while fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability to...
1 week ago
Senior Project Control Analyst
$95K - $115K *
Drive financial governance by tracking budgets, analyzing variances, and generating reports in a federal mission environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support e...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead and manage complex multidisciplinary design projects, ensuring high-quality execution and fostering strong client relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver on time and within budge...
2 weeks ago
Principal Project Controls Specialist - Scheduler
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead advanced scheduling and project controls for solar and energy storage projects. Utilize your expertise in Primavera P6 to develop, analyze, and maintain integrated schedule...
2 days ago
$85K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing HUD Multifamily Housing and Office of Healthcare Programs construction inspections. Oversee operations, coordinate inspections, and ensure timely deliverables...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in project controls for global construction initiatives, ensuring effective scheduling, cost management, and performance monitoring across multiple projects. Collaborate with diverse t...
2 weeks ago
Program Manager - Data Center Construction
$110K - $130K *
Lead the execution of large-scale data center projects, ensuring strategic alignment with client goals while managing complex deliveries across multiple sites, budgets, and timelines...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Manager, Project Management
$125K - $150K *
Champion large-scale capital projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance with safety and quality standards. Lead multidisciplinary teams and manage stakeholder relationships f...
Yesterday
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing EPC projects for Substation initiatives, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while fostering team collaboration and effective communication...
6 days ago
Project Manager, Electrical Construction
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing electrical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and safety compliance while fostering a high-performing team and strong client relationships...
3 days ago
Project Manager, Electrical Construction
$100K - $120K *
Deliver exceptional results by leading electrical construction projects from inception to completion. Foster a culture of safety, manage risks, and ensure quality while building strong relationships w...
3 days ago
Technical Project Manager, Constellation Ops Team
$110K - $150K *
Lead the transformation of exploratory projects into sustainable processes, ensuring all commitments are tracked and completed. Drive performance, manage priorities, and document workflows across hard...
Today
$125K - $145K *
Analyze and coordinate complex construction projects, ensuring effective management of subcontractors and compliance with client standards while maintaining communication with all stakeholders for suc...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager - Industrial
$120K - $150K *
Lead and manage diverse industrial projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and profitability. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions while nurturing professio...
6 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Industrial
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse industrial projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to drive growth and profitability while overseeing all phases from des...
6 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Industrial
$120K - $150K *
Manage diverse industrial projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality and profitability. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive growth and maintain strong relationships while overseeing...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in overseeing and optimizing diverse project initiatives. Develop strategic plans, mentor teams, and ensure timely completion within designated budgets while enhancing customer satisfa...
3 weeks ago
Data Center Senior Project Manager
$160K *
Lead the successful execution of complex building automation projects. Drive strategy, coordinate cross-functional teams, and engage stakeholders to ensure on-time, in-budget project delivery that mee...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Empower project success by managing execution, aligning resources, and driving strategic initiatives. Lead project managers to ensure effective delivery and foster collaboration across teams, enhancin...
1 week ago
Project Controls Manager - Dallas North TX
$100K - $120K *
Drive project success by implementing and auditing project controls. Collaborate closely with management to ensure timely, on-budget delivery while managing design and scope changes and fostering adhe...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$87K - $112K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse technology and business projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate with teams to drive initiatives that fulfill organizational goals...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Project Manager (Municipal Infrastructure)
$90K - $110K *
Elevate your career by leading critical infrastructure projects that enhance community services. Manage budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relationships while fostering a collaborative team culture f...
2 weeks ago
What does a Project Controls Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
You can explore Project Controls Manager listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.