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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$110K - $130K *

Manage complex MEP projects in various sectors to ensure timely delivery, quality assurance, and effective stakeholder collaboration, while utilizing your engineering expertise to drive successful out...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Explore new horizons in project management, overseeing complex oil & gas projects. Lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality delivery while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to drive su...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead MEP project management for high-impact construction initiatives, optimizing performance across critical sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality, compliance, and effect...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering exceptional projects by leading design and construction processes, collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance and budget ad...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Drive project success by managing all phases from inception to completion, ensuring quality outcomes and client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and maintain financial perfor...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $225K *

Drive the success of major construction projects by coordinating teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project delivery for mission-critical faci...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$99K - $232K *

Lead and manage client service workstreams in accounting advisory and transaction projects, guiding teams through technical accounting and financial reporting during transformational events while ensu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Empower clients by leading capital markets accounting advisory projects, managing teams, and delivering strategic insights during transformational events. Drive project execution and ensure alignment...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Lead transformative projects in capital markets and accounting advisory, guiding teams and managing client accounts to deliver high-quality results. Drive strategic planning and execution while naviga...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $232K *

Champion client service workstreams in accounting advisory, leading teams through complex financial transactions and reporting. Utilize strategic planning and project management to ensure quality deli...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead a project team to deliver complex assignments, ensuring client satisfaction and managing profit and loss. Collaborate with stakeholders to achieve project goals while adhering to compliance and q...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex projects from planning to delivery, ensuring client satisfaction and managing profit and loss. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve project goals while adhe...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing complex capital improvement projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and regulatory compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to support the edu...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join our team as a Preconstruction Project Manager, where you'll define technical requirements for building projects, ensuring client needs are met through strategic collaboration and expert guidance...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's pivotal in driving project success through expert cost control, scheduling, and performance analysis. Leverage your experience to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and...

Bonnyville, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Join us to lead project scheduling and performance management for complex engineering projects. Utilize your expertise in Primavera P6 to develop integrated master schedules, analyze risks, and collab...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K *

Lead the charge in overseeing project operations at the National Library of Medicine, managing staff, and ensuring successful execution of digitization initiatives while maintaining bibliographic reco...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Explore a pivotal leadership role driving project delivery and portfolio management for mission-critical space defense initiatives, ensuring successful execution and collaboration across multidiscipli...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive project execution for high-voltage and medium-voltage transformer projects, ensuring compliance with safety, budget, and schedule. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project deli...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of complex project management initiatives, leveraging your IT expertise and leadership skills to deliver strategic solutions for federal clients, while ensuring compliance and collabora...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Drive program success by managing project planning, budgeting, and stakeholder communication. Oversee risk management and ensure alignment with program goals while fostering strong team collaboration...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Advance financial oversight in construction projects, ensuring budget management and compliance. Collaborate with project leaders to track costs, analyze data, and provide actionable insights, enhanci...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Optimize multi-market customer programs by unifying teams, standardizing processes, and enhancing operational efficiency to deliver a consistent customer experience across all regions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful IT infrastructure programs by transforming complex challenges into structured solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and reliability in data centers, network systems...

Menlo Park, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.