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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$158K - $168K *

Empower project success by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and optimizing processes. Drive stakeholder value through effective communication and strategic planning, ensuring timely d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future as a Project Engineer, overseeing engineering activities across projects, ensuring compliance with national codes, and leading design development for a global business unit. Drive inn...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage complex building automation and HVAC controls projects, ensuring successful execution and profitability while mentoring project teams and coordinating with stakeholders to achieve proj...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading complex building automation and HVAC controls projects. Manage budgets, schedules, and teams to ensure successful execution and customer satisfaction while mentoring jun...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex, multi-phase projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring client satisfaction and profitability. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and mentor junior staff while utilizing ad...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing complex, multi-phase projects across Engineering and Cabling. Lead teams, ensure client satisfaction, and mentor junior staff while overseeing project execution, financial...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive complex, multi-phase projects across Engineering and Cabling, ensuring client satisfaction and profitability. Mentor teams, manage budgets, and lead cross-functional collaboration to deliver suc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to driving project success through leadership, communication, and collaboration. You'll manage cross-functional projects from initiation to completion, ensuring customer s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of program reporting, translating complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting standards and deliver impactful visualiz...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Transform complex technology initiatives by leading project delivery, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders and technical teams in a dynamic environme...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI/ML and cloud modernization. Lead technical projects, engage stakeholders, and ensure operational success across dynamic initiatives for Intelligence Communi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Manage and execute technical projects focused on AI/ML, cloud modernization, and data management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes in a fas...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $182K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts and procurement processes, ensuring compliance and effective coordination among stakeholders while evaluating contractor proposals and administering changes throu...

1 week ago

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

$133K - $200K *

Champion the future of environmental consulting by leading client relationships, mentoring staff, and driving innovative practices in industrial hygiene and safety across diverse sectors in Southern C...

1 week ago

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

$133K - $200K *

Drive innovation and growth in Environmental Services by building client relationships, mentoring staff, and managing diverse projects in industrial hygiene and safety across Southern California and n...

1 week ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing quality management systems by overseeing document control, training records, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy and in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $175K *

Champion the preconstruction process by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets, and ensuring project alignment with client objectives. Leverage your expertise in large-scale P3 and Design-B...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$103K - $138K *

Tackle complex financial oversight and project controls for large-scale renewable energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective cost management, compliance, and success...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $138K *

Elevate your career by leading project controls and financial oversight for large-scale renewable energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective cost management and comp...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $138K *

Elevate project controls and financial oversight for large-scale renewable energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective cost management, compliance, and reporting throu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$103K - $138K *

Lead the charge in project controls for large-scale renewable energy projects, ensuring financial oversight, cost management, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle while collaborating with m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automation by leading advanced control strategies and integrating cutting-edge algorithms to enhance pipeline operations and ensure safety in control room envi...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive the execution of large-scale data center construction projects, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational excellence while leading diverse field teams to achieve high-quality results and cust...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping environmental compliance strategies across various projects. Provide technical leadership and manage diverse regulatory tasks while collaborating with clients and ensuring c...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of construction by transforming project plans into actionable field activities. In this pivotal role, you'll enhance workforce productivity and ensure successful project delivery thro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.