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.

Find Project Controls Specialist Jobs on Ladders

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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$90K - $115K *

Empower project success by analyzing control metrics and supporting project management to ensure completion on time and under budget. Collaborate with senior staff to provide valuable insights and enh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Manage project data collection, analysis, and reporting to ensure timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with senior analysts to provide insights and track performance metrics for informe...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Engage in project planning and data analysis to ensure timely and budget-compliant project delivery. Collaborate with senior teams to produce insights and reports that drive project success. Be a key...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Shape project success by assisting in planning and analysis to ensure timely completion within budget. Collaborate with senior analysts and deliver insights that empower clients to make informed decis...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $118K *

Manage project costs and schedules for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate reporting and effective project delivery, utilizing industry best...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Advance project success by overseeing cost control and reporting for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate budgeting, forecasting, and effecti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Elevate project success by managing cost controls for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate reporting and effective project delivery throughout all phases, fro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Elevate project delivery by managing cost and schedule reporting for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and effective co...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to support semiconductor projects by managing cost and schedule reporting. Collaborate with engineering and procurement to ensure accurate project delivery and enhance organization...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Empower project success by managing cost and schedule reporting for semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate financial tracking and effective pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Accelerate your career by supporting semiconductor construction projects. Collaborate with teams to manage project costs, schedules, and reporting, ensuring effective delivery and continuous improveme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $118K *

Reimagine your career by joining a dynamic team as you support project cost management and reporting for semiconductor construction projects, ensuring seamless collaboration across disciplines for eff...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls for large-scale industrial construction. Collaborate with teams to manage costs, schedules, and risks while ensuring compliance and effective communication...

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1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead project cost and schedule management, fostering collaboration across teams to drive informed decisions and optimize project outcomes in the industrial construction sector...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead project controls initiatives in mission-critical environments, managing cost, scheduling, and performance analysis. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure project success while providing guidan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $138K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project controls, managing costs and schedules, and ensuring project integrity through effective communication and technical expertise. Play a vital role in...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project controls practices and policies. Lead training initiatives, support project teams, and ensure compliance with operational guidelines while fostering a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $185K *

Shape project success by leading complex planning and scheduling efforts. Utilize your expertise to analyze performance, recommend solutions, and maintain cost and schedule control throughout project...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead technology service management, ensuring excellence in infrastructure delivery and stakeholder engagement while driving continuous improvements and operational efficienc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in project controls for a complex CCGT project, guiding a team to achieve high forecasting accuracy and successful outcomes. Utilize advanced techniques with minimal supervision while...

Reposted yesterday

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

$78K - $101K *

Oversee document management processes, ensuring accuracy and efficient distribution across projects. Responsible for maintaining stringent controls and assisting teams throughout project documentation...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Oversee comprehensive project scheduling activities, ensuring alignment with objectives and timelines. Mentor teams, optimize workflows, and enhance project execution through strategic decision-making...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project controls and financial analysis. You'll develop and maintain complex schedules, analyze performance, and provide strategic recommendations to ensure...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by leading planning, scheduling, and cost control for complex EPCM projects. Leverage your expertise to mentor others and enhance decision-making in a fast-paced environment, ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Advance project management excellence by overseeing multiple CapEx projects, optimizing performance, and ensuring adherence to budget and schedule while collaborating with stakeholders to drive strate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.