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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$85K - $120K *
Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop and manage CPM schedules for data center projects, ensuring effective project control and timely delivery throughout the project lifecycle. Drive success thr...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project Controls Supervisor - Delivery Centre
$106K - $198K *
Transform project delivery by leading a high-performing team in planning, scheduling, and cost control. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and drive continuous improvement in project co...
Reposted yesterday
Project Controls Supervisor - Delivery Centre
$118K - $177K *
Empower 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 Energy...
1 week ago
Project Controls Supervisor - Delivery Centre
$106K - $198K *
Shape the future of project delivery by leading a dynamic team in planning, scheduling, and cost control. Drive excellence in project performance insights while fostering collaboration and continuous...
1 week ago
Project Controls Supervisor - Delivery Centre
$118K - $177K *
Lead and inspire a Project Controls team to ensure effective planning, scheduling, and cost control, driving project success in the Energy & Resources sector while fostering collaboration and continuo...
1 week ago
$90K - $108K *
Drive project success by overseeing cost control activities for large-scale projects. Collaborate with teams to validate costs, report financial forecasts, and ensure accurate budget management, contr...
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Principal Project Controls Specialist - Scheduler
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to lead advanced scheduling and project controls for solar and energy storage projects. Utilize your expertise in Primavera P6 to develop, analyze, and maintain integrated schedule...
3 weeks ago
Program Planning and Controls Specialist
$140K - $165K *
Optimize project execution by coordinating engineering efforts, managing schedules, and tracking performance metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and drive efficiency i...
Reposted 6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Support project success by managing budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Collaborate with teams to track costs, identify variances, and ensure timely reporting for informed decision-making on...
Reposted today
Senior Project Controls Specialist - Infrastructure
$125K - $155K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project execution through strategic support, risk management, and process standardization. Leverage your expertise to drive improvements and provide valuable...
1 week ago
$92K - $110K *
Join our dynamic team to enhance transportation projects through expert project controls. Leverage your scheduling and cost management skills to provide insights and support to project teams, ensuring...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Shape project success by integrating scheduling, cost controls, and construction insights. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance performance on large-scale transportation projects, ensur...
1 week ago
$76K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to financial management and project oversight. Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure compliance, analyze costs, and track budgets while fostering strong relationship...
3 weeks ago
Project Controls Specialist V (Oil & Gas)
$110K - $130K *
Help us lead project control initiatives by managing cost, scheduling, and reporting processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure project success through effective change management and risk assessment...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Control Specialist – Plan Scheduler
$88K - $105K *
Analyze and develop project controls to ensure effective cost and schedule management. Collaborate with management to monitor project performance and recommend solutions for variances, enhancing overa...
3 days ago
$120K - $170K *
Advance project cost management for semiconductor construction, ensuring accurate forecasting, reporting, and financial oversight. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project performanc...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by managing project schedules and budgets for EPC projects. Collaborate with teams to analyze performance, ensure accuracy, and deliver insightful reports that drive project success a...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform project outcomes by leading planning sessions, monitoring schedules, and analyzing resource allocation. Contribute to a culture of safety while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure suc...
Reposted today
$180K - $210K *
Shape the future of project management by leading controls initiatives, guiding teams in budgeting, scheduling, and risk management, while ensuring project success through data analysis and strategic...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Take ownership of project controls activities across complex capital and infrastructure projects. Lead cost management, scheduling, risk analysis, and reporting to ensure successful project delivery a...
4 weeks ago
Project Cost Controls Specialist II
$83K - $154K *
Optimize project controls by managing cost and schedule activities, ensuring accurate budgeting, and implementing effective change management systems. Collaborate with teams to maintain project integr...
Reposted 5 days ago
Project Control Analyst (Senior)
$95K - $115K *
Accelerate progress at managing financial analysis and project controls for a key program. Collaborate with leadership and stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasting, compliant invoicing, and timely...
3 weeks ago
Project Control Analyst (Senior)
$95K - $115K *
Optimize project financials by providing expert analysis, reporting, and controls for government contracts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate forecasting, invoicing, and compliance, dri...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Advance project controls by integrating cost, schedule, and risk management for engineering and capital projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate performance tracking and reporting, d...
3 days ago
Snr. Project Control Specialist
$119K - $168K *
Pioneer in project controls by developing and maintaining engineering schedules. Collaborate with teams to optimize project execution, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to standards while leading...
4 weeks ago
What is a Project Controls Specialist?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for Project Controls Specialist openings and review each listing’s compensation, location, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify opportunities that match your goals.