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.
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in regional Project Controls, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing project delivery performance while fostering collaboration across teams and ensuring consistent governance and...
2 days ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of project controls by leading regional teams, enhancing performance, and establishing a consistent framework. Collaborate with business leaders to drive strategic initiatives and fos...
2 days ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining project controls by leading regional teams, enhancing performance, and fostering collaboration across business centers. Drive strategic initiatives and establish a consis...
2 days ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining project controls by leading regional teams, enhancing performance, and establishing a consistent framework to drive financial predictability and operational excellence ac...
2 days ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Deliver strategic leadership for Project Controls teams, enhancing regional performance and governance. Collaborate with business leaders to optimize project delivery, financial predictability, and ca...
2 days ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of regional Project Controls leadership, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing project delivery performance through effective governance, collaboration, and capability development...
2 days ago
Associate Director of Project Controls - Real Estate Construction
$110K - $130K *
Oversee project control strategies and processes to enhance performance, ensuring projects meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholde...
2 days ago
Program Manager - Pre-Construction
$125K - $185K *
Lead the charge in pre-construction management for various EPC projects across electrical substations and transmission infrastructure. Drive coordination with stakeholders to ensure robust project pla...
3 weeks ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Empower regional Project Controls teams to enhance project delivery and financial predictability. Collaborate with leadership to establish a consistent framework, drive performance initiatives, and fo...
2 days ago
Senior Construction Manager - Power Projects
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leading complex power generation projects. You'll oversee construction execution, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while driving performance...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $159K *
Drive your career forward by leading cross-functional teams in delivering complex turbine control projects. Ensure customer satisfaction and project success through effective management of timelines...
2 days ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Shape your career by leading regional Project Controls teams, driving strategic initiatives, and enhancing project delivery performance. Collaborate with business leaders to establish a consistent fra...
2 days ago
Regional Project Controls Lead, Infrastructure, US South
$110K - $130K *
Champion regional Project Controls leadership, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing project delivery performance through effective governance and collaboration across business centers...
2 days ago
$150K - $180K *
The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for overseeing construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role involves managing client relationships...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Grow your expertise by managing commercial and industrial real estate projects, guiding teams through all phases from initiation to completion. Collaborate closely with clients to deliver on time and...
4 weeks ago
Senior Design Execution Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Drive the design execution for large-scale data center projects, managing coordination and oversight across multiple teams until transition to construction. Collaborate effectively to ensure timely an...
3 weeks ago
Senior Design Execution Project Manager
$150K - $175K *
Contribute to the success of Hyperscale Data Center projects by managing design processes, facilitating stakeholder collaboration, and ensuring effective contract administration throughout all phases...
3 weeks ago
Senior Design Execution Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by managing design activities for cutting-edge data center projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, coordinate design reviews, and ensure effective communication throughout...
3 weeks ago
Senior Design Execution Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Engage in dynamic design management for hyperscale data center projects, overseeing coordination, administration, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders through each design phase, ensuring succes...
3 weeks ago
Project Systems Manager - Smart Building Automation
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to coordinate automation projects, managing schedules and budgets while ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Be the key contact for clients, overseeing seamless collabor...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager Portfolio Governance & Executive Reporting
$110K - $130K *
Champion centralized oversight and reporting for the Fraud Technology portfolio, translating detailed data into executive insights. Collaborate with leadership to ensure portfolio health through effec...
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Project Manager Portfolio Governance & Executive Reporting
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of portfolio governance by providing centralized oversight and insights for the Fraud Technology portfolio. Collaborate with leadership to ensure accurate reporting, financial perform...
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$95K - $115K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role leading utility-scale solar and battery projects. Drive project success through effective team management, strategic planning, and risk assessment while ensuring c...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing utility-scale solar and battery storage projects, guiding teams from pre-construction to completion while ensuring compliance and fostering customer relationships for succe...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Take ownership of utility scale PV Solar and Battery Storage projects, leading teams from pre-construction to completion. Leverage your leadership skills to ensure successful project outcomes while ma...
4 days 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.