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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$155K - $170K *
Lead the charge in managing construction projects from kickoff to completion while ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to budgets. Collaborate with teams and clients to foster relationships and de...
Reposted 5 days ago
Sr. Technical Controls Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead complex building automation projects from design to commissioning. Oversee budgets, schedules, and client communications while ensuring compliance with industry standards a...
2 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Transform national security through innovative AI infrastructure. Lead as a technical advisor, overseeing project management and compliance for a cutting-edge datacenter, ensuring alignment with feder...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $90K *
Accelerate your career with an entry-level CQV Engineer role, engaging in client interactions and technical tasks. Collaborate with senior engineers to develop validation protocols and ensure complian...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential as a UI/UX Specialist, designing intuitive web experiences for complex workflows. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance user accessibility and usability in a remote se...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $145K *
Lead multiple commercial renovation projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while managing budgets and schedules. Grow your career in a dynamic environment with opportunities for advancemen...
2 weeks ago
Senior Planner, Project Manager
$97K - $134K *
Empower communities by leading complex municipal planning projects, driving innovative solutions, and fostering client relationships. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to shape land use visions...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform municipal infrastructure by managing engineering projects and client services for utility districts. Oversee project execution from planning to construction, ensuring quality and compliance...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform municipal infrastructure projects by managing engineering initiatives, liaising with clients and stakeholders, and ensuring successful project delivery from planning to construction. Lead te...
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$142K - $213K *
Champion transformative initiatives by leading complex programs, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, and driving accountability from ideation to execution while engaging with senior leadership and...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Champion complex program execution by integrating cross-functional initiatives, managing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Drive transparency and accountability whil...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Unlock potential by leading complex transformation initiatives, driving program governance, and collaborating with senior leaders to ensure successful execution and value realization across cross-func...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Champion complex transformation initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, managing program governance, and ensuring alignment with senior leadership to drive strategic execution and value realiza...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Transform complex initiatives into actionable strategies, leading cross-functional teams to drive program success. Engage with senior leadership to ensure alignment and accountability throughout the p...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Elevate your career by leading high-impact transformation initiatives. You'll manage complex programs, engage with senior leadership, and drive strategic decision-making across cross-functional teams...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Lead complex transformation initiatives by managing cross-functional programs, ensuring alignment with senior leadership, and driving accountability from ideation through execution while fostering col...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Optimize your career by leading high-impact transformation initiatives. Drive program governance and execution while collaborating with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure successful o...
6 days ago
$142K - $213K *
Champion a high-visibility cost-transformation program, overseeing complex initiatives from ideation to execution. Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure successful pr...
6 days ago
$101K - $152K *
Champion project excellence by managing Building Automation projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Leverage your expertise in HVAC control systems and project managemen...
2 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Join a dynamic team to lead customer-focused project execution, ensuring successful delivery of technical projects. Manage scope, budgets, and timelines while fostering collaboration and maintaining h...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Engage in managing customer project orders of moderate complexity, overseeing execution from planning to closeout. Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while driving customer satisfacti...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Lead customer-focused project execution, managing scope, budget, and timelines for moderate complexity projects. Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while driving customer satisfaction...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Champion project success by managing complex customer orders, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and enhanc...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Champion project success by managing customer orders, ensuring compliance, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver on-time, on-budget results while enhancing customer satisfaction and operationa...
4 weeks ago
$101K - $152K *
Manage customer project orders of moderate complexity, ensuring successful execution from planning to closeout. Drive compliance, financial performance, and customer satisfaction while coordinating cr...
4 weeks ago
What is a Project Controls Specialist?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for Project Controls Specialist openings and review each listing’s compensation, location, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify opportunities that match your goals.