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Project Controls Specialist roles in construction, energy, and infrastructure regularly appear in PERM labor certification filings, making them a realistic target for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship. Employers in capital-intensive industries sponsor foreign professionals who can manage schedules, cost tracking, and earned value analysis at scale.
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Get Access To All JobsAre you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for developing and promoting department standards for project controls practices. Advises and assists in the initial development of project control methods for large projects including work breakdown structure, accounting, scheduling, estimating, and reporting. Provides direction to various project personnel and project controls specialists as needed to prepare project schedules, project tracking methods, Cost Activity Reports and project metrics for effective project management.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provides training for project personnel regarding project controls and its function within the overall six step project management process. Provides direction to less experienced project controls personnel to plan and schedule assigned projects.
- Assists Project Managers and other personnel in preparing project related reports, schedules, and cost analysis. Initial setup of large projects for all aspects of project controls. Promotes the Project Office concept and communicates and establishes the Project Controls function within the Project Office.
- Maintains a thorough, current knowledge of new and innovative techniques in the project planning, scheduling, and cost estimating fields. Represents the department in meetings and in efforts to promote standard project practices throughout the business area.
- Provides ongoing support for the optimal performance of the Online Project Management System. Demonstrates super user capabilities with the Online Project Management System.
- Provides detailed tracking and reporting of project control metrics including Earned Value, Cost Performance Index, Schedule Performance Index, project costs to date, cost variance, schedule variance and resource allocation and utilization. Performs resource leveling analyses as required.
- Establishes Work Breakdown Structure standards in conjunction with Sr. Specialist, Project Cost Controls. Provides project controls individual and group training.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, or equivalent relevant experience with knowledge of project planning, scheduling and cost estimating techniques.
- Minimum of ten (10) years related experience.
- Practical knowledge of overall project control, estimating, and reporting methods and working knowledge scheduling and cost control for application in project cost estimating, organization, and control.
- Detailed knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and monitoring/control methods and practices.
- Comprehensive understanding of company policies, procedures and financial obligations that would apply to projects.
- Expert in standard server software applications such as e-mail, spreadsheet, word processing, database, as well as scheduling and cost estimating software applications.
- Past experience with software tool development for project management desirable.
Preferred Requirements
- Primavera (P6).
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $84,900.00 to $120,566.66 per year.
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave.
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 06/26/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for developing and promoting department standards for project controls practices. Advises and assists in the initial development of project control methods for large projects including work breakdown structure, accounting, scheduling, estimating, and reporting. Provides direction to various project personnel and project controls specialists as needed to prepare project schedules, project tracking methods, Cost Activity Reports and project metrics for effective project management.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provides training for project personnel regarding project controls and its function within the overall six step project management process. Provides direction to less experienced project controls personnel to plan and schedule assigned projects.
- Assists Project Managers and other personnel in preparing project related reports, schedules, and cost analysis. Initial setup of large projects for all aspects of project controls. Promotes the Project Office concept and communicates and establishes the Project Controls function within the Project Office.
- Maintains a thorough, current knowledge of new and innovative techniques in the project planning, scheduling, and cost estimating fields. Represents the department in meetings and in efforts to promote standard project practices throughout the business area.
- Provides ongoing support for the optimal performance of the Online Project Management System. Demonstrates super user capabilities with the Online Project Management System.
- Provides detailed tracking and reporting of project control metrics including Earned Value, Cost Performance Index, Schedule Performance Index, project costs to date, cost variance, schedule variance and resource allocation and utilization. Performs resource leveling analyses as required.
- Establishes Work Breakdown Structure standards in conjunction with Sr. Specialist, Project Cost Controls. Provides project controls individual and group training.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university, or equivalent relevant experience with knowledge of project planning, scheduling and cost estimating techniques.
- Minimum of ten (10) years related experience.
- Practical knowledge of overall project control, estimating, and reporting methods and working knowledge scheduling and cost control for application in project cost estimating, organization, and control.
- Detailed knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and monitoring/control methods and practices.
- Comprehensive understanding of company policies, procedures and financial obligations that would apply to projects.
- Expert in standard server software applications such as e-mail, spreadsheet, word processing, database, as well as scheduling and cost estimating software applications.
- Past experience with software tool development for project management desirable.
Preferred Requirements
- Primavera (P6).
As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.
Non-Bargaining
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $84,900.00 to $120,566.66 per year.
This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave.
Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information including but not limited to dates of school attendance and graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Deadline to Apply: 06/26/26
EEO is the Law | EEO is the Law Supplement | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination | Equal Opportunity Policy (PDF) | Employee Rights (PDF)
All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.
ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT
Xcel Energy endeavors to make https://www.xcelenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact Xcel Energy Talent Acquisition at recruiting@xcelenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Project Controls Specialist
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
EB-2 eligibility for project controls roles requires a relevant advanced degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Pull your O*NET occupation profile to confirm the degree fields DOL recognizes as qualifying before you start targeting employers.
Target employers with active PERM filing histories
Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Controls Specialist roles by employers who have filed PERM labor certifications before. Repeat filers have established in-house or outside counsel processes, which shortens the time from offer to filing.
Request the prevailing wage tier early in negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage before USCIS approves your I-140. Check the OFLC Wage Search for your specific SOC code and location so you can negotiate an offer that clears the wage requirement without renegotiating after filing starts.
Document your earned value and scheduling software experience
PERM audits frequently target project controls roles because the duties can overlap with general management. Build a file of signed letters, performance reviews, and project records that tie your Primavera P6 or Deltek Acumen experience to the specific duties in the job description.
Understand how backlog countries affect your EB-3 timeline
EB-3 has no annual cap for most nationalities, but applicants born in India or China face priority date backlogs that can extend wait times by years. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin before accepting an offer to map your realistic path to adjustment of status.
Confirm your employer will sponsor concurrent I-140 filing
Some project controls employers file the I-140 only after PERM is certified, adding six to nine months to your timeline. Ask during the offer stage whether they'll file concurrently and whether they'll cover premium processing on the I-140 to lock in your priority date faster.
Green Card Project Controls Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Which EB category fits Project Controls Specialist roles?
Most Project Controls Specialist positions qualify under EB-3, which covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in a relevant field such as engineering or construction management. If your role requires a master's degree or you hold an advanced degree with substantial specialized experience, EB-2 may apply. Your employer's immigration counsel will determine the correct category based on the minimum requirements written into the job description.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
An H-1B visa is temporary and subject to the annual lottery cap, which creates uncertainty at the start of every registration cycle. A PERM-based green card, by contrast, leads to permanent residency and has no lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification plus I-140 adjudication typically takes one to three years before you can file for adjustment of status, compared to an H-1B that can start within a few months of an offer.
What does the PERM recruitment process look like for project controls roles?
Before filing PERM, your employer must run a mandatory recruitment campaign, including job postings, newspaper ads, and internal notice, to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. For project controls positions, DOL may scrutinize whether the role truly requires a degreed specialist rather than an experienced technician. A well-drafted job description that ties duties to specialized education is critical to passing that review.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for this role?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Project Controls Specialist openings by employers with confirmed PERM or EB sponsorship history. Focusing on employers who have sponsored before significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through because a company's legal or HR team is unfamiliar with the PERM process, which is one of the most common reasons sponsorship stalls after an offer is made.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change to a same or similar occupation after your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days. Project controls and related planning or scheduling roles often qualify as same or similar occupations, but you'll want your new employer or counsel to confirm the SOC codes align before you resign from your sponsoring employer.