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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$100K - $120K *

Deliver end-to-end coordination of Major Capital Equipment projects, ensuring seamless execution through procurement to commissioning, while effectively managing stakeholder relationships and driving...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the project controls framework for major capital projects, ensuring cost engineering, scheduling, and risk analysis align with corporate standards for safe, on-time, and within-budget delivery ac...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $175K *

Empower your career by leading project delivery, managing technical activities, and fostering client relationships to ensure project success and profitability. Drive your future with strong leadership...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform survey operations by overseeing schedules, ensuring compliance, and coordinating activities across departments. Drive safety, efficiency, and teamwork while enhancing the company’s public im...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by overseeing comprehensive project controls, ensuring cost efficiency, schedule integrity, and risk management across all phases of major capital projects. Collaborate with...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading eCTW projects for optimal manufacturing efficiency, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solut...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex transportation programs, ensuring strategic alignment and successful delivery of multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects while managing multidisciplinary team...

Today

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

$80K - $105K *

Support the delivery of commercial mechanical and plumbing projects while gaining hands-on experience and developing toward a Project Manager role. Collaborate with teams for effective project executi...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$96K - $120K *

Advance project success by overseeing complex, high-value initiatives, ensuring timely delivery within budget and scope. Lead and mentor project teams while managing client relationships and complianc...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$96K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading complex, high-value projects. Oversee project delivery, manage teams, and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering client relationships and driving successful...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$96K - $120K *

Pioneer the successful delivery of complex, high-value projects, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and regulatory standards. Lead and mentor project teams while fostering strong client relationsh...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$120K - $190K *

Take ownership of a government program in aerospace; manage contracts, customer relations, and execution across various integrated workstreams, tackling complexities in cost, schedule, and deliverable...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead construction projects across Northern Florida, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules while fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Drive quality assurance and tec...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading construction teams on diverse transportation projects, ensuring adherence to contracts and budgets while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving project succ...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to lead construction engineering inspection teams, ensuring project success from pre-construction to final acceptance. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain quality, budget, and sc...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion the execution of major transportation projects, leading construction teams to ensure adherence to budgets, schedules, and quality standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders an...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing construction projects across Northern Florida, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams to drive successful project executi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Champion our construction teams in delivering major transportation projects, ensuring adherence to contracts, budgets, and schedules. Collaborate with stakeholders and lead project execution from pre...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by managing multiple initiatives, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and overseeing on-site operations for optimal perf...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance project execution by leading engineering and procurement efforts for small to mid-size capital projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery while...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading project management efforts, collaborating across teams to deliver quality solutions in power generation. Drive continuous improvement and ensure customer satisfaction throu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $222K *

Transform power generation projects by leading development, financing, and execution efforts. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver high-quality consulting services while managing multiple...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by executing detailed constructability reviews, planning engineering programs, and coordinating project deliverables. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and manage schedul...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading mission-critical projects in Cybersecurity. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative IT solutions for national security, where your strategic thinking and le...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $168K *

Advance your career by managing capital improvement projects, ensuring alignment with client goals. Lead cross-functional teams through all project phases, from planning to validation, while adhering...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.