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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$101K - $152K *

Drive the development of winning technical proposals by analyzing customer needs and crafting optimized quotations, ensuring compliance and quality while collaborating with sales teams to deliver comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $152K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting winning technical proposals. Leverage your expertise in quotation management and requirements analysis to deliver innovative solutions that drive business grow...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Champion financial management for large-scale infrastructure projects, ensuring budget accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to monitor progress, resolve issues, and maintain client satisfac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing budgets and financial oversight for NRO infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, monitor progress, and resolve issues, driving productivity and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to manage and execute innovative OPLOG projects, leveraging engineering expertise and project management skills to ensure successful delivery and alignment with Navy...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project success by leading financial management for large-scale initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies while fostering team collaboration and communication to mitigate risks and enhanc...

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead financial management for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with policies while driving profitability and risk assessment. Foster team development and leverage insig...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality assurance in construction projects by overseeing compliance, conducting inspections, and ensuring safety standards are met. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain docum...

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

$140K - $170K *

Lead impactful environmental programs as a Senior Program Manager, overseeing a team and managing client portfolios. Drive growth and profitability while ensuring compliance and fostering relationship...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Oversee and manage environmental programs, leading a team of 10-15 while driving growth and profitability. Engage with clients and agencies to enhance service delivery and expand business opportunitie...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing statewide environmental programs, overseeing a team of professionals while driving growth and profitability. Engage with clients and agencies to deliver innovative solution...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project success by coordinating multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring deliverables are met on budget and schedule while collaborating with leadership for effective...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Optimize procurement and supply chain processes for electrical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, manage multiple priorities, and drive project success while en...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by supporting procurement and supply chain activities for electrical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, track actions, and ensure supply continu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by leading survey and geospatial projects for electric distribution infrastructure. Manage complex initiatives, ensuring client satisfaction and project success while collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by designing and managing innovative projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver imp...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage and lead construction teams on major transportation projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving project success through ef...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee construction projects in Western Florida, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules while leading CEI teams. Collaborate with stakeholders and drive project success fr...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join us in leading construction projects across Western Florida, ensuring quality and compliance from pre-construction to final acceptance. Collaborate with teams to drive successful outcomes in trans...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead construction teams in executing major transportation projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules. Collaborate with stakeholders and provide technical support from pre-construction to pr...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $167K *

Transform your career by leading impactful K-12 facility projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders, manage construction activities, and ensure quality outcomes in occupied environments. Drive mo...

2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading architectural projects for the US Postal Service. Utilize your expertise in design and project management while collaborating with clients and guiding teams to deliver i...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of architecture by managing diverse projects for the US Postal Service. Leverage your expertise to lead design teams, ensure quality, and build client relationshi...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading architectural projects for the US Postal Service. Utilize your expertise in design and project management while collaborating with clients and guiding teams to deliver i...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of architecture by managing diverse projects for the US Postal Service. Leverage your expertise to lead design teams, ensure quality control, and build lasting cl...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.