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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$130K - $165K *

Deliver impactful project management solutions by coordinating cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance, and driving complex initiatives to successful completion while maintaining stakeholder engag...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead project controls initiatives by managing budgets, schedules, and forecasts for large construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial accuracy and effective communication through...

Yesterday

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

$125K - $150K *

Elevate project controls expertise on complex nuclear construction projects. Lead cost estimating, scheduling, and financial analysis while ensuring compliance with DOE regulations. Collaborate with t...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive IT transformation projects by managing schedules, risks, and quality. Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment with Network Operations requirements while delivering performance reports to st...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead multidisciplinary projects from concept to completion, ensuring effective communication and budget management. Collaborate with creative teams and clients to deliver exceptional results while men...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of contract management processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency while advising stakeholders on contractual obligations and regulatory requirements. Drive negotiations and support d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $150K *

Champion construction excellence by managing major projects from planning to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with regulations in a dynamic federal environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in enhancing compliance and operational excellence within the Control Room Management Program, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards while collaborating across teams to optimize s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by supporting project financial performance through effective planning, analysis, and reporting. Collaborate with teams to drive insights and ensure compliance while managing budge...

Huntsville, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategic marketing initiatives and business development efforts, connecting execution with corporate revenue goals. Collaborate with leadership to enhance market presence and foster client rela...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in connecting strategy with execution to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement marketing strategies, enhance proposal quality, and build client rel...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to manage technical projects from initiation to closure, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success and i...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project control and scheduling. You'll analyze, develop, and maintain complex schedules, ensuring effective cost and schedule management throughout project li...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $144K *

Optimize project performance by collaborating with teams to manage costs, schedules, and deliverables. Drive efficiency and ensure customer satisfaction while building relationships for future project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead and support construction teams on major transportation projects, ensuring adherence to contracts, budgets, and schedules. Collaborate with stakeholders and guide project processes for successful...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to innovative energy solutions by leading electrical design projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality standards in protection and controls engineering. Collaborate with teams...

Houston, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on electrical engineering design, project leadership, and innovative energy solutions. Engage in diverse projects, mentor junior engineers, and contribute...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading financial analysis and reporting for project performance. Collaborate with management to drive profitability and operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with accou...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by managing capital investments from inception to closure. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure safety, budget adherence, and timely execution while mentoring teams and dri...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage the successful delivery of engineering projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and internal standards while overseeing scope, schedule, cost, and quality across multidisciplinary...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by leading planning governance and schedule assurance across the project lifecycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure integrated schedule integrity, proactive delay iden...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team providing high-level operational support to senior Department of War leadership. Leverage your expertise in administrative management and strategic engagement to enhance efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Lead high-level operational support for senior Department of War leadership, ensuring seamless onboarding, administrative efficiency, and effective communication across initiatives while managing comp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Elevate program execution by managing complex government contracts in explosives decontamination and demolition. Lead personnel, ensure compliance, and maintain strong communication with government st...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful transit projects by managing all phases, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships while leading...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.