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.
Technical Project Manager Nuclear Facilities
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer critical construction management in a secure nuclear facility, overseeing budgets, schedules, and project deliverables while ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards through effec...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$141K - $227K *
Unlock potential by overseeing complex contractor schedules, ensuring compliance and performance evaluation. Collaborate with project teams to analyze impacts, maintain accurate reporting, and drive p...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive the development and coordination of integrated master plans and schedules, ensuring alignment across functional groups. Monitor performance, manage risks, and facilitate program execution to ach...
2 weeks ago
Infrastructure and Cloud Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of cloud and infrastructure projects, driving execution from planning to operational handoff. Collaborate with technical leads to ensure successful delivery, focusing on modernization...
Today
Development Program: Switchgear Modernization Engineer
$82K *
Optimize electrical systems by designing custom retrofits for vintage switchgear, collaborating with teams on testing and troubleshooting. Engage with customers on-site to ensure solutions meet qualit...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Development Program: Switchgear Modernization Engineer
$82K *
Support innovative electrical engineering solutions by designing custom retrofits and collaborating with teams to enhance existing systems, ensuring quality and reliability while developing your techn...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$165K - $243K *
Join a team that's leading the engineering delivery for complex mining projects, ensuring safe, timely, and cost-effective execution from feasibility through to commissioning. Collaborate across disci...
Yesterday
$68K - $102K *
Collaborate with project teams to support the installation and commissioning of building automation and HVAC systems. This entry-level role combines hands-on technical work with problem-solving in a d...
Yesterday
Project Manager - Power Generation
$140K - $170K *
Lead utility-scale thermal generation projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure project success and compliance, while fostering a culture of safety and teamwork. Dri...
Reposted 6 days ago
$75K - $97K *
Join a team that's pivotal in managing large-scale construction projects, ensuring seamless communication and resource availability. Your role will enhance project efficiency and client satisfaction t...
2 days ago
$75K - $97K *
Lead the coordination of mechanical activities in construction projects, ensuring seamless execution from planning to field operations. Collaborate with teams to drive project success and explore grow...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Capital Planning
$90K - $120K *
Champion your career as you lead capital planning projects, manage client relationships, and mentor team members. Drive quality deliverables and exceed expectations in a collaborative, growth-oriented...
Reposted today
Project Manager - Capital Planning
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to innovative capital planning and project management. Lead assessments, nurture client relationships, and mentor a talented team while delivering impactful solutions in a...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project Manager - Capital Planning
$90K - $120K *
Optimize building assessments and capital projects while leading teams and managing client relationships. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and timelines to deliver impactful outcomes in a collaborativ...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Empower government contract management by overseeing the full lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks while supporting internal stakeholders and government customers effectively...
3 weeks ago
Senior Controls & SCADA Engineer - Data Centers
$148K - $248K *
Lead the design and execution of innovative control systems for complex energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, integrate, and commission advanced SCADA and automation so...
6 days ago
$118K - $128K *
Manage and optimize multiple transmission land acquisition projects, coordinating with diverse stakeholders to ensure timely execution and compliance. Leverage your expertise to drive project success...
3 weeks ago
Early Professional, Project Financial Advisor
$70K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving project profitability and financial performance. As a financial partner, you'll support Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance a...
2 days ago
Project Manager - Transportation Road Design
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to lead municipal and transportation projects, utilizing your project management and engineering expertise to enhance infrastructure and promote sustainable community growth throug...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Project Manager - Construction
$200K - $228K *
Champion large-scale educational construction projects, leading teams to resolve complex issues, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with district policies while collaborating with key stakeholders...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - Construction
$200K - $228K *
Advance your career by leading complex construction projects in the Education and Facilities Sector. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery while managing budgets, schedu...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager (Municipal Infrastructure)
$90K - $110K *
Deliver impactful leadership in critical infrastructure projects, ensuring timely execution and budget adherence while fostering collaboration among diverse teams and stakeholders to enhance community...
1 week ago
Project Manager (Municipal Infrastructure)
$90K - $110K *
Lead critical infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders to shape community services while fostering a supportive team cult...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Help us lead large electric utility transmission projects through early planning, scoping, and delivery. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success while managing scope, schedule, and costs ef...
Yesterday
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading large electric utility transmission projects. Drive early planning, manage complex challenges, and collaborate across teams to ensure successful project delivery while main...
3 days 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.