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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support project financial execution, ensuring profitability through effective project controls, analysis, and collaboration with project managers and stakeholders across various...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of project financial execution by collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure profitability and compliance. Utilize advanced tools and analytical skills to support project manag...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial strategies and client solutions. Leverage your expertise in strategic planning and analysis to drive improvements and deliver impactful results in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $118K *

Partner with us to enhance project efficiency through effective budgeting, scheduling, and coordination. Your problem-solving skills and organizational abilities will be key in driving success and mee...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $118K *

Drive project success by ensuring effective budgeting, scheduling, and coordination. Collaborate with Operations to enhance processes, utilizing problem-solving skills and organization to meet deadlin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by coordinating contract compliance and financial oversight for government projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations, manage billing, and mi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing Earned Value Management Systems and controls. Oversee cost estimating, scheduling, and performance monitoring to ensure projects meet objectives and deliver innovativ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Empower project success by overseeing and reporting on Earned Value data, while supporting cost management using Primavera P6 and Cobra. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to ensure projects me...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $154K *

Elevate your career by coordinating project controls for complex engineering projects. Act as a key liaison, providing technical expertise and ensuring high-quality service delivery while mentoring ju...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $162K *

Deliver high-level project controls expertise, ensuring quality service and client satisfaction across multidisciplinary projects. Lead teams, manage risks, and mentor junior staff while driving opera...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $162K *

Empower project success by leading project controls for complex engineering projects. Collaborate with teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality delivery while mentoring junior staff and driving strat...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $162K *

Drive project controls excellence by coordinating activities, advising on complex issues, and ensuring high-quality service delivery across multidisciplinary projects. Lead teams, manage risks, and su...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$111K - $147K *

Lead project controls activities, ensuring high-quality service and client satisfaction. Provide technical expertise, manage multidisciplinary projects, and mentor junior staff while collaborating wit...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$111K - $147K *

Grow your career with a leading firm by managing project controls for complex engineering projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure quality delivery, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with client...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining project controls in renewable energy. Lead and mentor while managing complex project setups, cost analysis, and performance monitoring to ensure successful project execut...

3 days ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Shape the future of project controls by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring project success through expert analysis and strategic oversight in the renewable energy sector...

3 days ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as you lead project controls, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence across complex projects. Collaborate with teams to drive performance and foster a high-impact environm...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in project controls, overseeing planning, cost management, and risk assessment. Lead a skilled team to ensure projects meet financial and performance goals w...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Pioneer project success by leading controls management, overseeing planning, cost, and risk assessment. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while fostering a hig...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Champion project success by overseeing controls, planning, and cost management. Lead a team to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while collaborating with stakeholders to drive continuou...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project delivery through effective controls. Oversee planning, cost management, and risk assessment while leading a skilled team to ensure projects meet budge...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Drive project success by leading project controls, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and mitigate risks across complex projects while foster...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Empower project success by leading a team in project controls, overseeing planning, cost management, and risk assessment. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely, budget-compliant project deliv...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls for complex projects. Oversee planning, cost management, and risk assessment while mentoring a team to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery in...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Lead project controls initiatives, overseeing planning, cost management, and risk assessment. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, budget-compliant project delivery while fostering a high-performa...

3 weeks 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.