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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$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on project controls, scheduling, and cost management. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project delivery and drive process improvements in a fast-pa...

Today

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

$103K - $217K *

Champion project success by leading a dynamic team in planning, scheduling, and cost control. Drive excellence in project delivery while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement across Energ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $189K *

Champion project success by leading a team in planning, scheduling, and cost control, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while fostering collaboration and delivering timely insights for optimal p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $217K *

Optimize project delivery by leading a skilled team in planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and drive performance excellence across Energy & Resour...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $217K *

Empower project success by leading a dynamic team in project controls, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and cost management. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights that drive excell...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $217K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through effective planning, scheduling, and cost control. Lead a skilled group to deliver timely insights and foster collaboration across Energy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $217K *

Lead and develop a high-performing Project Controls team, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and cost control practices to drive successful project delivery across diverse Energy & Resources sec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $189K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through effective planning, scheduling, and cost control. Lead a skilled group in delivering timely insights and fostering collaboration across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Project Controls team, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, and cost control for successful project delivery in the Energy & Resources sector. Drive excell...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic Project Controls team to enhance project delivery through effective planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals and fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through effective planning, scheduling, and cost control. Lead a talented group to deliver insights and foster collaboration, ensuring excellenc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic Project Controls team to ensure effective planning, scheduling, and cost management for successful project delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive performance, enhance processe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate project delivery by leading a dynamic team in planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure excellence in project performance and drive continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery by leading a team focused on planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure robust practices and deliver timely insig...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading a dynamic team in planning, scheduling, and cost control. Drive excellence in project performance insights while fostering collaboration across Energy & Resources...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic Project Controls team to drive project success through effective planning, scheduling, and cost management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead a high-performing Project Controls team to ensure effective planning, scheduling, and cost control for successful project delivery in the Energy & Resources sector, fostering collaboration and co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by leading a high-performing team in planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective project delivery and continuous improvement in proj...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Develop and execute project schedules for heavy industrial engineering, ensuring cost control and effective communication across disciplines. Collaborate with teams to identify issues and maintain pro...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform project outcomes by leading controls functions, ensuring accurate reporting, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive decision-making with timely data on cost, schedule, and performan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading project controls initiatives, ensuring accurate cost, schedule, and performance metrics. Drive effective communication and compliance across teams while mentoring staff to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in project controls by overseeing planning, cost, scheduling, and change management. Ensure accurate reporting and compliance while mentoring teams to drive project success and support...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead project controls initiatives, enhancing data management and negotiating key agreements. Drive project success through effective reporting and risk assessment while fost...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $145K *

Optimize project controls by enhancing data management processes, negotiating agreements, and delivering insightful reports. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure best value for clients while drivi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join us to manage project controls, ensuring adherence to procedures, resolving variances, and enhancing reporting tools. Collaborate with teams to develop KPIs and lead coordination meetings for succ...

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.