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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$120K - $140K *

Champion compliance and innovation in avionics systems, ensuring adherence to airworthiness standards while driving upgrades and new product development in a collaborative environment...

Mirabel, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $125K *

Engineer reliable production operations by monitoring and executing daily EDGAR processes. Identify issues, coordinate recovery, and support automation efforts while growing into a leadership role wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance large-scale transportation programs by providing strategic leadership and oversight. Ensure successful delivery through effective governance, risk management, and client engagement while drivi...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in civil engineering, leading design and permitting projects in the oil & gas sector. Leverage your expertise to manage teams, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfa...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of project management by leading teams, overseeing deliverables, and ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive performance through effective resource management and strategic...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive project control activities by preparing plans, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to monitor performance, manage changes, and ensure timely invoicing. Lead specialists and interface...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $222K *

Unlock your potential by leading power generation project development, financing, and execution. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while managing teams and ensuring high-quality deliverables in a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $117K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing critical care environments through innovative IT solutions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support and maintain advanced Nurse Call and ICAT sys...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $142K *

Advance your career by leading impactful construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive success from planning through execution, while pr...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$126K - $166K *

Optimize complex natural gas infrastructure projects by leading multidisciplinary engineering efforts, ensuring quality and performance while fostering strong client relationships and guiding teams fr...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the project management of data warehouse implementations, focusing on developing project plans, monitoring status, and driving operational efficiency using Microsoft 365 tools while lead...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Partner with us to support acquisition and program management by drafting essential documentation and ensuring compliance with DoD and SECNAV directives while participating in key meetings and assessm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with teams to define project goals, manage risks, and maintain client relat...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$140K - $165K *

Lead logistics operations by coordinating resources, analyzing performance metrics, and developing integrated support plans. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project execution and ensure effic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $157K *

Unlock potential by managing complex projects in Training Center Operations, ensuring alignment with PMO governance while leading teams and optimizing resources for successful project execution and pr...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $157K *

Lead the charge in managing complex In-Service Support projects, collaborating with teams to ensure successful execution and profitability while enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfact...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $140K *

Drive project success by managing timelines, budgets, and teams for design-build shoring projects, ensuring effective communication and compliance with contractual agreements for optimal results...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform project execution by leading teams to deliver successful outcomes, ensuring adherence to ISO standards while collaborating with sales and engineering to drive customer satisfaction and proje...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading multidisciplinary projects, fostering client relations, and driving excellence in delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance integrated solutions and support...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing Mission Critical projects, ensuring seamless coordination among teams, clients, and stakeholders. Drive project success through strategic planning, oversight, and adherence...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $143K *

Oversee the planning and execution of large public infrastructure projects, managing scope, budget, and risks while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful delivery and governa...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion complex healthcare construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage risks, and drive financial perfo...

3 weeks ago

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

$101K - $152K *

Transform customer solutions by leading the development of technical proposals. Utilize advanced configurators and strategic insights to create winning quotations that drive business growth and enhanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in quotation management, where you'll leverage technical expertise and strategic insight to craft winning proposals that enhance customer solutions and drive busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Join our project delivery team to lead technical proposal development, combining strategic thinking and technical expertise to create winning solutions that meet complex customer needs and drive busin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.