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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$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...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   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

$110K - $130K *

Lead project controls initiatives to ensure successful delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage scope, schedule, and budget, while mentoring a...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Transform your career by supporting project controls systems and methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze performance metrics, monitor project progress, and ensure compliance...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive project performance by leading controls delivery across complex programs. Ensure proactive management of cost, schedule, and risk, enabling informed decision-making and successful project outcom...

Yesterday

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

$122K - $179K *

Advance your career by leading project controls, ensuring accurate cost, schedule, and performance metrics. Collaborate across teams to drive decision-making and compliance while mentoring staff in a...

2 days ago

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

$122K - $179K *

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

2 days ago

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

$135K - $165K *

Unlock potential by providing expert project controls support for major Nuclear sector initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and project performance through meticulous planning, analysis, and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Manage complex project controls and financial analysis to ensure cost and schedule adherence. Collaborate with management to develop and maintain integrated schedules, analyze performance, and recomme...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$240K - $290K *

Transform project performance by leading a high-performing Project Controls team, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards while driving innovation and operational excellence across diverse market...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$240K - $290K *

Lead the charge in enhancing project performance by overseeing a high-performing Project Controls team, implementing standardized practices, and driving strategic initiatives across diverse market sec...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading project controls initiatives, mentoring teams, and driving analytical systems for complex projects. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure effective cost manage...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $100K *

Shape the future of infrastructure by providing essential project controls support. Collaborate with teams to enhance project efficiency and communication, ensuring successful delivery of complex civi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering excellence in project controls for large-scale public sector projects. Support cost, schedule, and risk management to ensure client success by facilitating d...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing project performance through effective controls. Collaborate closely with project participants, manage documentation, and use advanced scheduling tools to drive...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$87K - $126K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage project financials, ensuring budget accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize project performance and drive continuous improvement in financi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $126K *

Manage project financial functions, ensuring budget adherence and contract compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize project performance and deliver accurate financial reporting while supp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $115K *

Lead project financial management efforts, ensuring budget accuracy and compliance while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to optimize project performance and profitability...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $126K *

Transform project financial management by providing comprehensive budget, contract, and cost control support. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize project performance and ensure compliance with c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$79K - $115K *

Champion project financial management by supporting Project Managers with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Engage with stakeholders to ensure compliance and optimize project profitability thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading project scheduling efforts for capital improvement initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage timelines, and enhance project delivery while ensuring client satisfa...

3 weeks ago

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

$154K - $180K *

Transform project controls for complex nuclear projects, overseeing cost, scheduling, and risk management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective governance and decision-making t...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by leading controls for major capital projects, ensuring effective planning, scheduling, cost management, and risk mitigation from development through execution and closeout, whi...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$74K - $138K *

Empower project success by managing cost and schedule controls. Collaborate with teams to develop and maintain project schedules, ensuring integrity and compliance with contractual obligations. Drive...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.