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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$90K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance and audit functions for public-sector programs. Leverage your expertise in risk management and monitoring to support federal, state, and local init...

Alabama, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing civil engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes while fostering team development and maintaining client relationships in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software configuration management and delivery for critical naval systems, ensuring quality and compliance across various environments while collaborating wit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software configuration management and delivery for naval combat systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure quality assurance and complianc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by leading multidisciplinary teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project objectives are met. Drive efficiency and profitability while maintaining high standards...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful outcomes by overseeing onsite construction for large mining projects. Lead teams, ensure safety compliance, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver quality infrastructure in both...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by managing the Alaska Radar System, overseeing budgets, resources, and compliance while leading a diverse team to meet operational goals and maintain strong relationships wit...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by supporting budget and financial management for infrastructure projects. Collaborate with teams to track performance, prepare reports, and ensure compliance, while enhancing process...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform project financial management by leading reporting, cost control, and analysis for complex engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets, forecasts, and ca...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $224K *

Shape the future of project delivery by implementing innovative digital solutions and AI technologies to enhance productivity, safety, and quality across complex engineering and construction workflows...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$107K - $117K *

Shape the future by leading complex sourcing and contract development initiatives. Collaborate with business units and serve as a subject matter expert to drive procurement goals and enhance operation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $160K *

Drive project success by leading medium-to-large initiatives, ensuring compliance with standards and delivering results through effective team collaboration and risk management. Your expertise will gu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform project execution by leading teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations while managing risks and resources effectively for successful project delive...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join us to oversee engineering delivery and project management, ensuring timely, on-budget execution across multiple technical disciplines. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive project success...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $89K *

Lead the charge in delivering hands-on technical services by installing, configuring, and supporting industrial software solutions. Ensure customer systems are secure and maintainable while translatin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to impactful airport restoration projects by coordinating engineering disciplines, managing budgets, and supporting project management teams. Empower junior engineers and ensure compliance...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

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

$110K - $150K *

Transform complex design-build projects in the semiconductor industry by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative manufacturing infrastructure solutions that meet client specifications and...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Join us to oversee and manage diverse civil infrastructure projects, ensuring successful planning and execution while leading teams and mentoring professionals in a dynamic environment...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform contract management by reviewing, drafting, and negotiating sales agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency using CLM software and AI tools, ensuring complian...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform the production landscape by optimizing raw material management, ensuring seamless coordination across teams to meet production goals while enhancing efficiency and minimizing downtime...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $113K *

Drive effective contract management and compliance by negotiating, drafting, and overseeing contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with company policies while tracking deliverabl...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $120K *

Join us to lead SAP projects for federal clients, ensuring successful execution from initiation to closeout. You'll manage scope, schedule, and risk while driving performance and fostering stakeholder...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining production planning by leading the master schedule for a complex manufacturing operation. Drive continuous improvement and ensure reliable customer deliveries while balan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$93K - $105K *

Optimize material management processes to ensure compliance and efficiency in supporting Navy manufacturing programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain inventory accuracy and resolve...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Empower project success by developing and overseeing project schedules using Primavera P6, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring on-time deliverables in dynamic civil engineering and construc...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.