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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$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

$145K - $215K *

Take ownership of diverse architectural projects, applying standard techniques and leading design teams to meet client objectives while ensuring quality control and compliance with USPS standards...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Empower our team to manage architectural projects for the US Postal Service, utilizing your expertise in design and client relations. Lead design efforts, ensure quality control, and drive project suc...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Pioneer innovative architectural solutions by managing diverse projects for the US Postal Service. Lead design teams, ensure quality control, and leverage client relationships to drive success in a dy...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Contribute to impactful architectural projects for the US Postal Service, leading design teams and ensuring quality control. Leverage your expertise to manage projects, interact with clients, and driv...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $215K *

Lead the charge in managing architectural projects for the US Postal Service, applying standard design techniques and collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring quality...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $168K *

Drive the success of complex building infrastructure projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality standards throughout all phases of delivery. Elevate per...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Explore a pivotal role in leading protection design for capital projects, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing system performance. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovation in...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $135K *

Transform the energy sector by leading protection design for capital projects, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing system performance through innovative engineering solutions and collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $125K *

Transform data analytics initiatives by leading multiple projects, engaging stakeholders, and driving solutions from inception to delivery. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure alignment with mi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Optimize project outcomes by developing and managing comprehensive schedules for large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and effective stakeholder communication throughout the proj...

1 month ago

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

$113K - $188K *

Join a team that's driving modernization efforts in federal programs. As a Project Manager, you'll lead cross-functional teams, oversee stakeholder engagement, and ensure effective PMO support for cri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $188K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-functional teams in delivering PMO support for a major modernization program. Drive stakeholder engagement, manage budgets, and ensure quality execution across m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive successful project delivery by coordinating stakeholders and managing risks. Leverage your project management expertise to ensure timely execution and high-quality outcomes across diverse capita...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Drive the execution of multi-million dollar engineering programs, ensuring timely delivery of payment solutions for intelligent travel applications. Manage customer relationships and program health wi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $135K *

Champion project management excellence across K-12, Life Sciences, and Commercial sectors, ensuring client advocacy and team collaboration while leading local and national projects to successful compl...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$92K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing complex College & University and Healthcare projects, advocating for clients while collaborating with diverse design teams to ensure successful project delivery and financi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$69K - $115K *

Contribute to client success by performing essential consulting analyses, collecting and validating data, and preparing management reports under supervision. Engage in administrative tasks to support...

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive project success by coordinating planning, execution, and stakeholder communication. Leverage your expertise in construction practices to enhance program development for federal projects while en...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive clinical trial success across regions. Leverage your expertise in project management and mentoring to ensure compliance, quality, and timely execution of st...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead capital projects ranging from $25K to $5MM, enhancing plant safety, reliability, and profitability. Oversee engineering teams, manage budgets, and ensure timely project completion while collabora...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Drive successful delivery of design-build transit rail projects in the NY Metro area, managing multi-discipline teams, budgets, and schedules while fostering stakeholder collaboration and ensuring com...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Operational Test and Evaluation projects, ensuring seamless coordination among stakeholders, delivering quality results, and driving efficiency in support of U.S. C...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.