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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$148K - $198K *

Lead transformative water and wastewater treatment projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams to achieve technical excellence while supporting sustainable infrastructure solutions that benefit communit...

Windsor, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$148K - $198K *

Lead transformative water treatment projects ensuring sustainability, quality, and client satisfaction. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage project risks, and drive process innovations to enhance...

London, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$148K - $198K *

Lead transformative water projects, ensuring sustainability and regulatory compliance while managing multidisciplinary teams. Drive client relationships and mentor engineers, fostering innovation and...

Sarnia, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join us to develop and manage the Project Integrated Master Schedule for large-scale construction projects, providing expert guidance and monitoring performance while collaborating with stakeholders t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$148K - $198K *

Elevate communities by leading innovative water treatment projects. Drive technical excellence and mentor teams, ensuring sustainable solutions while fostering client relationships and managing projec...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$148K - $198K *

Lead, manage, and deliver complex water treatment projects, ensuring sustainability and regulatory compliance while mentoring teams and fostering client relationships for impactful community infrastru...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$84K - $115K *

Contribute to complex project success by developing and maintaining integrated schedules. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify risks, enhance planning practices, and support informed d...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $121K *

Help us shape the future of project delivery by developing and maintaining integrated schedules, analyzing risks, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $121K *

Optimize project delivery by developing integrated schedules, analyzing risks, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely execution and informed decision-making throughout the pro...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Transform the future of construction by leading complex projects, ensuring timely execution, managing budgets, and collaborating with stakeholders to drive impactful results while adhering to safety g...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $113K *

Optimize process systems reliability by developing and programming PLCs and HMIs. Utilize analytical skills to troubleshoot issues, document changes, and assist in project startups, ensuring efficient...

Barwick, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $141K *

Champion complex natural gas infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams from design to commissioning. Drive quality, cost, and technical performance while mentoring junior engineers and...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $141K *

Innovate your career by leading multidisciplinary engineering for natural gas infrastructure projects. Drive quality and performance from design through commissioning, collaborating with teams to deli...

Terrace, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $141K *

Transform energy infrastructure by leading multidisciplinary engineering for natural gas projects. Drive quality and performance from design to commissioning, ensuring safe and practical solutions whi...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to lead complex transportation projects, managing a skilled CEI team while ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to safety standards. Drive success through strategic planning and...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead and innovate within the environmental engineering department, managing diverse projects while fostering team development and client relationships. Drive project success through technical oversigh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering mid-to-large commercial projects, from conception to completion. Empower teams, foster partnerships, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency at every stage of project e...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted today

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

$85K - $100K *

Join us in leading commercial construction projects from inception to completion. You'll manage teams, budgets, and schedules while ensuring quality and safety standards, all while fostering strong cl...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$132K - $207K *

Oversee project controls for large-scale life science projects, engaging with teams to forecast deviations and develop mitigation strategies. Lead business development and resource management while en...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at an innovative tech firm by leading projects that enhance operational efficiency. Engage with customers, streamline communication, and drive project planning to ensure optimal ex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $120K *

Champion change management initiatives by collaborating with teams to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and deliver training. Drive continuous improvement in the RAQA Division while supporting aud...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project execution by managing integrated controls for construction, ensuring cost, schedule, and risk integrity. Collaborate with teams to prepare for safe, predictable project delivery while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $159K *

Drive large-scale capital project sourcing strategies, ensuring efficient procurement and contract management. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize project execution and achieve savings targets w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in Project Controls, overseeing estimating, cost management, planning, and reporting, while mentoring a team to ensure effective project execution and resource management for successfu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, driving project success through effective management of deliverables, budgets, and cross-functional collaboration. Leverage your expertise to enhance quality...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.