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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$108K - $130K *

Oversee and manage complex electric infrastructure projects, ensuring effective communication and coordination among contractors and teams. Apply project management principles to improve project succe...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the strategic direction and technical oversight of Civil Engineering programs, ensuring mission readiness and sustainability of installation infrastructure through effective management, complianc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $165K *

Transform large-scale construction programs by creating and managing schedules. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project delivery, utilizing advanced scheduling tools and best practi...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the successful delivery of complex electrical infrastructure programs, leading cross-functional teams through all project phases while ensuring safety, quality, and financial targets are met...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex electrical infrastructure programs, managing cross-functional teams and client relationships to ensure safety, quality, and financial targets are met across multi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join us in leading on-site project delivery, ensuring successful execution and coordination of construction activities across multiple locations. Drive performance, manage teams, and uphold safety sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $205K *

Drive civil and structural construction excellence by managing on-site activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and collaborating with diverse teams to meet project milestone...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$65K - $105K *

Champion project success by leading cost estimation, coordination, and logistics. Collaborate with finance and resources to ensure timely execution and maintain safety and quality standards throughout...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead building enclosure consulting projects, managing technical execution and client interactions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and performance across various facility ty...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Deliver innovative building enclosure solutions while managing projects and mentoring junior staff. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to enhance building performance and ensure qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of building enclosure consulting by managing projects, leading technical investigations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance building performance and client sati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of building enclosure consulting projects, leading technical investigations and assessments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance building envelope performance and ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Project Architect, managing building enclosure projects and leading technical consulting efforts. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to enhance buil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing building enclosure consulting projects, leading technical investigations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance building performance and quality across...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Reimagine plant productivity by leading assessments and driving measurable improvements across manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance throughput, reduce costs, an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading plant productivity initiatives, driving measurable improvements in manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement best practice...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving plant productivity initiatives by leading assessments, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing measurable improvements across manufacturing operations in the Americas regi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading heavy industrial engineering projects, focusing on planning, scheduling, and cost management. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success while maintaining safety and...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Advance community projects by leading energy and design-build initiatives. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while fostering stro...

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful public-sector construction projects by managing scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring quality delivery from inception to closeout...

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3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion the future of urban transit by executing field engineering tasks on the Ontario Line Subway Project. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safety, quality, and compliance while managing co...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead complex environmental projects, focusing on brownfield assessments and cleanups. Drive client engagement, mentor staff, and ensure compliance while advancing your career in a supportiv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $131K *

Lead major infrastructure projects by analyzing project health; innovate governance strategies; and mentor junior staff while optimizing client engagement through effective communication and resource...

Abbotsford, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock project success by analyzing costs, schedules, and performance metrics. Collaborate with teams to identify risks and opportunities, ensuring projects stay on budget and on time while mentoring...

Yesterday

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

$78K - $163K *

Lead a dynamic team to address operational gaps through capability integration and planning. Collaborate with various stakeholders to develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance mission ef...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.