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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming the energy sector by managing software projects that enhance smart grid technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project execution and stakehol...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the future of energy by managing software projects in Power Systems, SCADA, and Smart Grids. Oversee planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration to ensure successful project deliv...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing project controls practices, ensuring regional projects align with operational guidelines while fostering team development and performance excellence across various systems...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform utility-class electrical infrastructure projects from development to commissioning. Manage schedules, budgets, and stakeholder expectations while ensuring safety and quality across substatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Lead the charge in ensuring construction safety compliance by auditing practices, conducting investigations, and collaborating with stakeholders to uphold safety standards across major projects in the...

1 month ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by guiding project directors in overseeing and controlling projects, ensuring performance evaluation through reliable metrics, and producing essential project deliverables while foste...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive project execution and support for secure facilities, ensuring compliance and coordination among stakeholders. Leverage expertise in construction management to oversee design reviews, contract ad...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to support complex construction projects from design to closeout. Leverage your expertise in project management and technical oversight to ensure compliance and quality in secure e...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project planning and cost control for renewable energy initiatives. Lead efforts in scheduling, compliance, and reporting to ensure project success from ince...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Champion the integration of systems engineering and Agile methodologies to enhance software development for NASIC. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to define product vision and deliver solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex academic projects, ensuring excellence in delivery and collaboration. Drive project success through effective communication and management, while fostering sustaina...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $124K *

Engineer exemplary public school and civic projects, managing client relations, budgets, and design quality. Lead project teams through all phases, ensuring compliance and sustainability while fosteri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$119K - $128K *

Drive transformative projects by leading diverse teams and fostering client relationships. Collaborate across various sectors to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring project excellence and sust...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$138K - $208K *

Join a team that's driving project excellence through innovative management practices. Lead diverse projects, implement AI tools, and enhance risk management strategies while collaborating with top-ti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead and mentor IT project teams, aligning strategies with business goals. Drive complex IT initiatives, ensuring successful delivery and measurable value through collaboration with stakeholders and c...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Advance project success by leading industrial development, ensuring compliance, managing scope, schedule, and budget, while fostering client relationships and driving proactive engagement for optimal...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth across multiple regions by leveraging innovative approaches and technologies in Data Center services. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance client relat...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Manage project accounting for complex initiatives, ensuring accurate financial reporting, budget tracking, and compliance with contract requirements while collaborating with project teams to drive fin...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive project financial success by managing accounting processes, analyzing costs, and collaborating with project teams. Ensure accurate reporting and compliance while supporting project managers in d...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $155K *

Unlock potential by supporting the development of system requirements for Information Operations. Collaborate with senior staff and conduct analyses to address operational shortfalls, ensuring effecti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $150K *

Support sustainability initiatives by coordinating project budgets, financial controls, and cost management for energy-related capital improvement projects across college campuses, ensuring effective...

Today

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

$95K - $145K *

Elevate the future of configuration management by developing and enforcing a comprehensive Configuration Management Plan, ensuring disciplined change control across applications and documentation for...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us to empower the OHIO-class Configuration Management team, ensuring accurate configuration baselines and supporting Integrated Logistics. Collaborate on audits, status reporting, and documentati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $230K *

Shape the future of transportation infrastructure by leading multidisciplinary teams in program management. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance performance, and ensure successful delivery of complex...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's committed to driving project success through expert cost controls and analytics. Lead a cross-functional team in managing financial aspects of a strategic mega-campus project, enhan...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.