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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$103K - $181K *

Lead the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence, manage procurement, and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client criteria a...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Lead the integration of engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance with standards while managing resources and timelines effectively...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering by integrating project elements, ensuring technical excellence, and driving successful outcomes in a dynamic environment. Your expertise will be ke...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Empower project success by integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling aspects for medium-sized projects. Ensure technical excellence and coordinate interdisciplinary teams to meet client criteria...

3 weeks ago

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

$103K - $181K *

Join us to integrate engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence and effective coordination across disciplines while supporting project management and...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Supply Planner, bridging demand and manufacturing to optimize supply chain performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop actionable plans that meet customer needs w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform vibrant communities by leading urban design and streetscape projects. Manage multidisciplinary teams from concept to construction, enhancing mobility and quality of life through innovative p...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by managing multidisciplinary projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. Collaborate with teams to drive growth and deliver su...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $135K *

Manage and lead multi-discipline teams through project phases, ensuring quality and adherence to budget and schedule while driving program success in the energy sector. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leading multi-discipline projects. You'll drive program management excellence, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating with stakeholders...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse capital projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients, oversee project financials, and ensure high-quality delivery while implementing effective...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine technical specifications across the High-Speed Rail programme. Lead the development, coordination, and quality assurance of specifications, ensuring consistency and compliance while collabor...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Project Management/Construction services for educational projects in California. Ensure compliance, manage risks, and oversee contractor activities while fostering effectiv...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation as a Technical Project Manager, guiding Agile teams to deliver impactful solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage risks, and drive project success through strategic planning...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Support the execution of technical projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver successful outcomes for food retail customers while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that coordinates and executes technical projects, ensuring successful delivery for food retail customers. Collaborate with various departments to manage project scope, schedule, and budget...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing technical projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the execution of small to mid-size technical projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service to food retail c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic programs for the Sales team, ensuring alignment between commercial strategy and system design. Drive impactful CPQ implementations and enhance customer-facing pro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Drive project success by managing fire and life safety system installations, ensuring compliance with budgets and codes while leading teams and maintaining client relationships for seamless execution...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $108K *

Lead multiple retail commercial projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Oversee contract negotiations, manage schedules, and maintain strong owner relations while driving projects from concept...

2 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by ensuring quality in software and program deliverables. Collaborate with teams to execute quality management plans, conduct thorough testing, and drive continuous improvement in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower progress by managing the delivery of 25kV AC railway electrification systems, overseeing design, procurement, and operational handover while ensuring safety and compliance across multidiscipli...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development and implementation of training programs that enhance workforce readiness and support governance frameworks, ensuring effective adoption of new processes and continuous improve...

5 days ago

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

$85K - $115K *

Contribute to effective program operations by leading oversight of grant recipients, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and Head Start standards, and driving quality improvements to enhance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.