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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$120K - $145K *

Drive project success by overseeing construction activities, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Engage with stakeholders throughout all project phases, from planning...

2 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and optimize project controls, ensuring project success through effective strategies, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration. Enhance efficiency and drive results i...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Engage with a leading team to execute and deliver exceptional nuclear projects. Oversee planning, negotiation, risk analysis, and financial management to ensure project success within a collaborative...

Bowmanville, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project management through effective scheduling, environmental planning, and compliance analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver actionable insights and support governme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead project management for large-scale data center construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder communication while managing teams and quality control across...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of large-scale data center projects by leading project planning, budget management, team oversight, and quality control with a focus on safety compliance and stakeholder communication t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $150K *

Elevate your career by driving aerospace program planning, ensuring compliance with Earned Value Management Systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage baselines, budgets, and performance metric...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading technical execution of Electrification Solutions projects. Drive safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while managing resources and risks to ensure project succes...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by leading diverse teams to deliver complex initiatives on time and within budget. Drive collaboration across departments, ensuring quality standards are met while fostering a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$204K - $227K *

Drive transformational aviation infrastructure programs, overseeing large-scale terminal development projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring strategic delivery, stakeholder collaboration, and...

1 week ago

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

$204K - $227K *

Elevate your career by leading large-scale aviation projects, ensuring strategic delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to drive transformationa...

1 week ago

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

$74K - $128K *

Transform project execution by leading financial strategies and ensuring compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders. Drive project success from proposal to completion while optimizing pr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Advance project delivery by developing standards, mentoring teams, and driving effective governance in project controls for capital projects while ensuring adherence to best practices and supporting s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion the successful delivery of customer projects through all phases, ensuring alignment with business goals by coordinating teams and resources while managing risks and transacting key communicat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on advancing project management excellence by leading a dynamic group of Project Managers to ensure timely, budget-compliant execution across diverse, complex projects while...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role managing Life Sciences projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver h...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to capital plans and project execution for diverse Life Sciences initiatives. Engage directly with clients to lead projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, budget adherence...

4 weeks ago

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

$140K - $220K *

Drive results by overseeing construction projects for a cutting-edge data center campus, ensuring effective management of schedules, costs, and quality throughout the lifecycle of multiple buildings...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing medium-to-large projects, ensuring they meet business objectives, timelines, and quality standards while delivering impactful results in a dynamic environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading survey and geospatial projects for electric distribution infrastructure. Manage complex initiatives, ensuring client satisfaction and project success while collaborati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex commercial construction projects, specializing in Data Centers. Elevate your career by managing project teams, optimizing costs, and ensuring top-tier quality a...

4 weeks ago

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

$75K - $120K *

Support industrial construction projects across the Central region, ensuring client objectives are met. Manage budgets, schedules, and safety while fostering client relationships. Remote work availabl...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, safety, and budget adherence while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams to achieve exceptional...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and safety. Drive project success through effective management, collaboration, and innovative solutions while fos...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing complex ship design programs, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Manage cross-functional teams, optimize resources, and maintain high customer satisfaction whi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.