Project Controls Specialist Jobs

Project Controls Specialists help organizations plan, monitor, and deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders, including roles focused on scheduling, cost management, forecasting, reporting, and project performance.

What Does a Project Controls Specialist Do?

Project Controls Specialists develop and maintain schedules and budgets, track actual performance against plans, analyze variances, and communicate risks and forecasts to project leaders. They may coordinate with project managers, engineering and construction teams, finance, procurement, and external partners to support informed decisions throughout a project’s lifecycle.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with project planning and controls, schedule and cost analysis, data reporting, and risk management. Familiarity with scheduling or project management software, spreadsheet and analytics tools, and industry standards can be valuable. Clear communication, attention to detail, and the ability to translate project data into actionable insights are also important.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Project Controls Specialists work across industries with complex programs and capital projects, including construction, energy, infrastructure, aerospace, technology, and consulting. Depending on experience and employer needs, career paths may lead to senior project controls, planning and scheduling, cost engineering, program controls, or project management roles.

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Browse vetted Project Controls Specialist opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, qualifications, industry, and location to find a position aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$120K - $145K *

Lead project controls initiatives, ensuring governance, financial performance, and scheduling across large-scale capital projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Develop and manage project controls for large construction initiatives, ensuring accurate reporting and stakeholder engagement. Collaborate with teams to monitor schedules, assess risks, and implement...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive project success through financial governance, scheduling, and risk management for complex data center builds. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure projects stay on budget and meet deadlines t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing concurrent projects, ensuring cost and schedule control through effective tools and systems. Influence organizational strategies while delivering compelling reports and ana...

Reposted 1 month ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of PMIS implementations, translating project needs into configurations, workflows, and user training. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective data management and user adoption in con...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Oversee project controls for data center initiatives, managing cost, schedule, and performance metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with financial targets and d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls for data center initiatives, ensuring effective cost management, scheduling, and performance tracking. Drive project success through analytical insights an...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in establishing and integrating project controls for large-scale mining projects, ensuring cost, schedule, and progress transparency while collaborating with clients and project teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $140K *

Empower your career by leading project controls for large-scale mining projects. Drive cost, schedule, and progress transparency while collaborating with clients and project teams to ensure successful...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive project controls excellence by leading governance, cost management, and performance reporting across diverse projects. Ensure data integrity and support decision-making for successful project de...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage program controls for large infrastructure projects, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and cost control while fostering collaboration and innovative solutions a...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the execution of program controls for large infrastructure projects, managing a team to ensure effective planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovativ...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $128K *

Manage the Project Management Information System (PMIS) for capital projects, ensuring effective support, integration, and reporting. Lead system enhancements, user training, and maintain documentatio...

3 days ago

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

$85K - $92K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage project controls to ensure successful execution. Oversee schedules, budgets, and performance metrics while collaborating with stakeholders to drive project success an...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $188K *

Pioneer the future of project controls by leading a team to enhance cost, schedule, and risk management across a diverse portfolio of construction projects, ensuring data transparency and informed dec...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $300K *

Champion the future of project controls by leading a transformative organization that enhances project delivery, governance, and operational excellence across diverse sectors and geographies, while bu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$250K - $300K *

Lead the establishment of a Project Controls organization, driving governance and operational support across diverse projects. Build a high-performing team, define processes, and enhance project deliv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by managing change processes, collaborating with teams, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Drive resolution of change orders while maintaining documentation...

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Engineer project schedules and support execution planning in industrial construction. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to manage timelines, track changes, and ensure successful project delivery...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to support project scheduling from planning to execution, ensuring timely delivery and effective change management in industrial construction projects, particularly in remote Arcti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Controls Specialist, supporting project execution through cost analysis, reporting, and change management. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success and drive...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $162K *

Partner with us to drive risk management excellence, ensuring strong oversight, accountability, and collaborative strategies across diverse projects, enhancing program resilience and stakeholder commu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls for large-scale construction initiatives. Drive accuracy in cost and schedule management, interface with stakeholders, and deliver insightful reporting to...

3 weeks ago

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

$119K - $182K *

Champion your career in Project Controls, leading a team in cost engineering, forecasting, and performance management for complex projects. Deliver insights and strategies to meet objectives and drive...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$80K - $130K *

Lead the charge in project controls management, overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and team development while ensuring successful project execution and stakeholder satisfaction across multipl...

3 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Project Controls Specialist?question toggle

    A Project Controls Specialist supports project delivery by managing or analyzing schedules, costs, forecasts, risks, and performance data. The role helps project teams understand progress and make timely, informed decisions.

  • What does a Project Controls Specialist do day to day?question toggle

    Typical work includes updating schedules and budgets, tracking actual costs and progress, analyzing variances, preparing reports and forecasts, and coordinating with project stakeholders to identify risks or corrective actions.

  • What qualifications are common for Project Controls Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer and industry, but roles often call for relevant project controls or project management experience, analytical and reporting skills, and familiarity with scheduling, budgeting, and project data tools. Some employers prefer a related degree or professional certifications.

  • Which industries hire Project Controls Specialists?question toggle

    Employers hire Project Controls Specialists in construction, energy, infrastructure, aerospace, technology, consulting, and other sectors that deliver complex projects or programs.

  • How much do Project Controls Specialist jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, where available.

  • How can I find Project Controls Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Project Controls Specialist openings and review each listing’s compensation, location, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify opportunities that match your goals.