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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$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of advanced technologies, leading cost and schedule management for critical engineering programs. Leverage your expertise to drive performance and innovation in a c...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $149K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project costs and controls. Leverage your expertise in cost management to support construction and estimating teams, ensuring compliance and enhancing projec...

Bowmanville, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $125K *

Tackle project management challenges by supporting construction teams, coordinating activities, and ensuring quality standards. Contribute to efficient execution and financial targets while fostering...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to financial oversight and cost control across diverse engineering projects. Collaborate with project teams to develop expense plans, forecast costs, and ensure accurate b...

Today

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

$93K - $139K *

Join us to lead the I&M Quality Assurance function, ensuring data integrity and engineering responses during construction. Oversee monitoring systems, trigger events, and audits while collaborating wi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing risk management strategies for NAVWAR. Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and execute high-impact programs while leveraging Agile methodologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Manage and enhance project schedules using Oracle Primavera P6, ensuring timely updates and performance analysis. Collaborate with teams to assess risks, maintain standards, and support senior staff i...

2 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of high-impact projects for key accounts, driving timelines and budgets while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction through...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $100K *

Manage and coordinate complex Facilities projects, ensuring effective planning, execution, and closeout. Utilize critical thinking to identify risks and develop solutions, while overseeing timelines...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$86K - $112K *

Drive project success by supporting the Project Manager with scheduling, cost management, and compliance while maintaining client relations throughout the project lifecycle. Leverage your estimation e...

Wyoming, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing design activities for Hyperscale Data Center projects. Collaborate with stakeholders, coordinate design efforts, and ensure seamless communication throughout all phases unt...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage large-scale electrical construction projects; ensure timely delivery while optimizing safety, quality, and cost. Develop relationships with clients and teams to achieve project success...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead high-impact Power Delivery projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Manage project lifecycle from proposal to closeout, fostering strong relationships and adhering to safe...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Power Delivery Project Manager, leading complex EHV Transmission and Substation projects. Drive project success through strategic oversight, client engagement, and adherence t...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower project success by leading EHV Transmission and Substation initiatives, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction while managing financial and technical aspects across multiple project...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Oversee complex Power Delivery projects, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and financial standards while fostering client relationships and leading project teams through all phases of execution a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion the management of power distribution projects, ensuring technical execution, financial performance, and client satisfaction. Lead cross-functional teams through all project phases while adher...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage with a dynamic team to oversee power distribution projects, ensuring compliance and excellence in execution. Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while driving innovation in util...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading Power Delivery projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams in a dynamic utility environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering Power Delivery projects, overseeing cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution, compliance, and client satisfaction while managing budgets, schedules, and qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative Power Delivery projects, overseeing project management from initiation to closeout. Lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading Power Delivery projects, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Manage budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams while driving compliance and safety...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving impactful Power Delivery projects, overseeing project management from initiation to closeout. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional results...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead Power Delivery projects, ensuring successful execution from initiation to closeout. Drive project performance, manage budgets, and maintain client satis...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project delivery in Power Delivery management, overseeing budgets, schedules, and client satisfaction. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in electric transmission...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.