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.
Engineering Process Commissioning Specialist - UPF (Uranium Processing Facility)
$95K - $115K *
Drive the validation and implementation of safety and design requirements, ensuring operational readiness at key national security facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to uphold safety...
Today
Manager, Infrastructure, Capital Projects & Sustainability Advisory - Major Projects
$88K - $131K *
Transform infrastructure delivery by leading project reviews and governance initiatives. Mentor junior team members and enhance client engagement through data analysis, tailored strategies, and impact...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Project Manager - PTE/Power Delivery
$110K - $130K *
Manage diverse projects in electrical testing and commissioning, ensuring successful execution from planning to closeout. Lead teams, oversee budgets, and drive business development while fostering cl...
Yesterday
Project Manager - PTE/Power Delivery
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of power delivery by managing diverse electrical testing projects. Lead teams, oversee budgets, and ensure compliance while driving business development in a fast-paced environment. R...
Yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Transform the electrical engineering landscape by leading a dynamic team, managing diverse projects, and fostering client relationships in a collaborative environment. Drive innovation and excellence...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Infrastructure, Capital Projects & Sustainability Advisory - Major Projects
$88K - $131K *
Join our dynamic team to lead critical infrastructure projects, harnessing your expertise in project management and advisory services to deliver innovative solutions and insights for our clients, whil...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
PMO Senior Program Manager (Capital Planning)
$110K - $130K *
Optimize program delivery by managing stakeholder relationships, financial reporting, and procurement strategies. Collaborate with execution teams to ensure project success through effective risk mana...
2 days ago
Senior Project Architect (AEC)
$88K - $105K *
Elevate architectural standards by ensuring project quality, compliance, and effective team collaboration. This role involves supervising design documentation, conducting inspections, and implementing...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the integration of customer experiments for commercial space missions, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards. Collaborate with customers and manage project teams to support innovati...
Reposted 5 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Champion the integration of customer experiments for commercial space missions, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards while managing project schedules and customer relations in a dynamic...
Reposted 5 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Drive project success by leading high-value telecommunications initiatives, managing risks, mentoring teams, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across complex projects valued at $8M+...
Reposted 1 week ago
BIM Specialist, Tunnel Practice
$80K - $95K *
Unlock innovation in tunneling infrastructure by driving BIM strategies and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. Lead digital transformation efforts, enhance project outcomes, and optimize st...
Reposted 2 days ago
Senior Project Controls Analyst
$129K - $162K *
Elevate your career by supporting utility operations through expert project oversight, cost control, and strategic analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage diverse capital projects...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager (Fixed-Term)
$95K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing complex projects for an Enterprise account, overseeing design, procurement, and construction phases. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of retail a...
3 weeks ago
$104K - $157K *
Champion innovative design by managing mid- to large-scale architectural projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver exceptional results across various sectors, ensuring client satisfaction an...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive project success by managing mid- to large-scale architectural projects, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring design excellence from conception to occupancy across various sectors...
1 week ago
Principal Specialist, Scheduling/Planning
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in developing and managing integrated project schedules for major capital projects, ensuring accuracy and reliability from planning through execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Civic Practice
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading project teams to deliver high-quality designs while managing schedules and budgets. Foster client relationships and ensure project success through effective communication a...
2 weeks ago
Sr Program Specialist - P3 Facility Management
$85K - $105K *
Drive impactful business projects as a Sr Program Specialist, enhancing sales growth and customer relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement effective strategies, ensuring timely proje...
3 weeks ago
Construction Superintendent, Senior
$112K - $196K *
Join a team that's redefining construction excellence by overseeing complex projects, ensuring quality assurance, and coordinating between contractors. Leverage your expertise in industrial plant cons...
1 week ago
$141K - $203K *
Champion enterprise payment transformation initiatives from strategy to execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Lead cross-functional teams to implement modern payment solutions while...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering client relationships and mentoring junior staff throughout the project lifecycle...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic growth by managing projects, fostering client relationships, and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Lead teams, negotiate contracts, and represent the company in meetings to achie...
6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion project execution by managing diverse teams, ensuring on-time delivery, and achieving customer satisfaction while adhering to strict budget and scope guidelines...
Reposted 1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion project excellence by leading diverse teams to deliver on time and within budget. Drive customer satisfaction through effective management of scope, cost, and schedule while fostering collabo...
1 week 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.