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Project Controls Specialists manage cost, schedule, and risk on complex projects, skills that sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation territory. Employers in construction, energy, and infrastructure regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role, and the annual cap means timing your job search around the April filing window matters.
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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.
This position may be filed at a level II or Senior. The position summary and responsibilities highlight the level II role.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the development and analysis of cost analysis reports, development and analysis of project schedules, support for project lifecycle execution or a combination thereof on organizationally strategic projects. Coordinate with Project Managers to assemble the budget and forecast data to provide integrated reporting. Supports initial and ongoing project setup in the work and asset management system. Advise and assist in the initial development of financial work breakdown structure, accounting, estimating, and reporting. Advise and assist in the development of the schedule work breakdown structure, resource loading & profiles, and adherence to organizational performance index. Functional integration of schedule and financial software. Assists department leads with creation and coordination of short and long term work profiles. Provides regional training and mentoring to various stakeholders and project control personnel as a subject matter expert.
Essential Responsibilities
- Supports the Project Managers' with standardized reporting for regional capital project stakeholders regarding project level business area capital expenditures. Establishes, implements and monitors the availability, accuracy and usefulness of project cost analysis reports and key performance indicators for use at the individual project level up to executive management.
- Develop, maintain and promote project schedules as a project management tool. Progressively elaborate schedule details to identify critical path. Support Project Managers by assessing the reporting of work progress against the project baseline. Maintain subject matter expert proficiency of the corporate tool and knowledge of industry standard software tools.
- Assists Project Managers and other project personnel in preparing project Cost Analysis Reports and various cost analyses. Facilitate execution of strategic projects for all aspects of project cost controls. Understands, demonstrates and communicates the use of Work Breakdown Structures in project cost control.
- Responsible for understanding and integrating capital cost reporting tools and applications, including the Work and Asset Management System. Demonstrates super-user capabilities with the Work and Asset Management System, and other financial systems.
- Works in conjunction with Capital Project Analyst, Capital Asset Accounting, Tax, Regulatory finance and other areas of Xcel Energy and the business area to facilitate integration of financial aspects and impacts for Capital Projects. Understands Sarbanes Oxley key controls and provides reporting and tracking for all key controls applicable to a capital project.
- Provides training for internal and external stakeholders on process and function within the overall project management process. Provides mentoring on the work and asset management system and/or scheduling software in relation to execution, control, analysis and reporting.
Project Control Specialist II (Salary range: $73,700.00 - $104,633.33)
Minimum Requirements
- Required BS/BA Degree in Construction Management, Business, Finance or technical field (or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge) and relevant experience with project planning, cost estimating, scheduling, forecasting and financial analysis.
- Minimum of five (5) years related project controls experience. Practical knowledge of overall project control, estimating, and reporting methods.
- Expert level knowledge of one or highly proficient in both: Cost control for application in project cost estimating, organization, and control. Scheduling for project planning and monitoring/control methods and practices.
- Comprehensive understanding of company policies, procedures and financial obligations that would apply to projects.
- Proficient in standard server software applications such as e-mail, spreadsheet, word processing, database, as well as scheduling and cost estimating software applications.
- Preferred Past experience with Enterprise based scheduling tool, Project & Portfolio Management tool, Business Objects and SAP software programs is desirable.
Sr. Project Control Specialist (Salary range: $84,900.00 - $120,566.66)
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor 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.
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: $73,700.00 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: 07/02/26
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.
This position may be filed at a level II or Senior. The position summary and responsibilities highlight the level II role.
Position Summary
This position is responsible for the development and analysis of cost analysis reports, development and analysis of project schedules, support for project lifecycle execution or a combination thereof on organizationally strategic projects. Coordinate with Project Managers to assemble the budget and forecast data to provide integrated reporting. Supports initial and ongoing project setup in the work and asset management system. Advise and assist in the initial development of financial work breakdown structure, accounting, estimating, and reporting. Advise and assist in the development of the schedule work breakdown structure, resource loading & profiles, and adherence to organizational performance index. Functional integration of schedule and financial software. Assists department leads with creation and coordination of short and long term work profiles. Provides regional training and mentoring to various stakeholders and project control personnel as a subject matter expert.
Essential Responsibilities
- Supports the Project Managers' with standardized reporting for regional capital project stakeholders regarding project level business area capital expenditures. Establishes, implements and monitors the availability, accuracy and usefulness of project cost analysis reports and key performance indicators for use at the individual project level up to executive management.
- Develop, maintain and promote project schedules as a project management tool. Progressively elaborate schedule details to identify critical path. Support Project Managers by assessing the reporting of work progress against the project baseline. Maintain subject matter expert proficiency of the corporate tool and knowledge of industry standard software tools.
- Assists Project Managers and other project personnel in preparing project Cost Analysis Reports and various cost analyses. Facilitate execution of strategic projects for all aspects of project cost controls. Understands, demonstrates and communicates the use of Work Breakdown Structures in project cost control.
- Responsible for understanding and integrating capital cost reporting tools and applications, including the Work and Asset Management System. Demonstrates super-user capabilities with the Work and Asset Management System, and other financial systems.
- Works in conjunction with Capital Project Analyst, Capital Asset Accounting, Tax, Regulatory finance and other areas of Xcel Energy and the business area to facilitate integration of financial aspects and impacts for Capital Projects. Understands Sarbanes Oxley key controls and provides reporting and tracking for all key controls applicable to a capital project.
- Provides training for internal and external stakeholders on process and function within the overall project management process. Provides mentoring on the work and asset management system and/or scheduling software in relation to execution, control, analysis and reporting.
Project Control Specialist II (Salary range: $73,700.00 - $104,633.33)
Minimum Requirements
- Required BS/BA Degree in Construction Management, Business, Finance or technical field (or a combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge) and relevant experience with project planning, cost estimating, scheduling, forecasting and financial analysis.
- Minimum of five (5) years related project controls experience. Practical knowledge of overall project control, estimating, and reporting methods.
- Expert level knowledge of one or highly proficient in both: Cost control for application in project cost estimating, organization, and control. Scheduling for project planning and monitoring/control methods and practices.
- Comprehensive understanding of company policies, procedures and financial obligations that would apply to projects.
- Proficient in standard server software applications such as e-mail, spreadsheet, word processing, database, as well as scheduling and cost estimating software applications.
- Preferred Past experience with Enterprise based scheduling tool, Project & Portfolio Management tool, Business Objects and SAP software programs is desirable.
Sr. Project Control Specialist (Salary range: $84,900.00 - $120,566.66)
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor 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.
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: $73,700.00 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: 07/02/26
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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Align your degree to SOC codes
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation using your actual job duties, not just your title. Pull the O*NET profile for Project Controls Specialist and confirm your degree field maps directly to the listed education requirements before applying.
Target LCA-active employers on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to filter Project Controls Specialist roles by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings. This surfaces employers who have already cleared the prevailing-wage certification step, not just those who say they sponsor.
Benchmark wages using OFLC Wage Search
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your occupation and location. Use OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and metro area before negotiating, so you know the floor your offer must clear.
Prioritize E-Verify enrolled construction contractors
Large infrastructure and energy contractors on federal projects are often E-Verify enrolled and have established H-1B filing processes. Targeting this segment reduces the risk of an employer who's willing but operationally unprepared to file.
Request cap-exempt filing if your employer qualifies
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and certain research institutions can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap. If your project controls role is with one of these entities, you don't need to wait for the April lottery.
Build a specialty occupation documentation file
Project controls roles sometimes draw RFEs because the title isn't universally degree-gated. Collect job postings from comparable employers that list a bachelor's degree as required, not preferred, to support your petition if USCIS questions specialty occupation status.
H-1B Visa Project Controls Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Controls Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It typically qualifies, but the burden is on your employer to demonstrate that the specific position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as engineering, construction management, or a quantitative discipline. Roles where a degree is listed as preferred rather than required can attract an RFE from USCIS, so the job description language matters significantly.
Which industries most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Project Controls Specialists?
Oil and gas, utilities, large-scale infrastructure, aerospace, and government contracting firms are the most consistent sponsors. These sectors run multi-year capital projects that require dedicated cost and schedule control, and many have established immigration support infrastructure. You can filter by employer filing history on Migrate Mate to identify which companies in these industries are actively sponsoring.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect a Project Controls Specialist H-1B offer?
Your employer must certify with DOL that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before USCIS will approve the petition. The DOL prevailing wage is set by wage level, so a senior project controls role typically maps to Level III or IV. Use OFLC Wage Search to verify the applicable wage floor for your metro area before accepting an offer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I switch project controls roles mid-project?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the new I-129 petition is filed with USCIS, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status and the petition is non-frivolous. You don't need to wait for approval. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation, and the new employer files a fresh LCA covering the new position and location.
Does moving to a different project site affect my H-1B status as a Project Controls Specialist?
Yes. H-1B approval is tied to the work location listed on the certified LCA. If you're assigned to a new project site in a different metropolitan statistical area, your employer generally needs to file an amended LCA and may need to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. Short-term assignments within commuting distance of the certified location are an exception, but extended placements at a new site require updated filings.