Project Controller Jobs
Project Controller jobs are open across construction, energy, defense, and infrastructure, at every level from junior to senior and program-level, with specializations in earned value management, cost engineering, and schedule control. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Project Controller to oversee and manage critical aspects of our large construction projects, focusing on budget management, cost control, and reporting. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with our project management, procurement, construction, and finance teams and will provide regular updates to the COO, and CFO. This role has the potential to expand to include additional management responsibilities across various areas.
Key Responsibilities:
Budget Management:
- Develop and manage detailed budgets for projects, ensuring alignment with overall company goals.
- Prepare accurate estimates for completion for all budgeted items, ensuring that financial resources are allocated effectively.
Cost Control and Monitoring:
- Monitor actual project costs and compare them against budgeted estimates to ensure financial targets are met.
- Conduct regular financial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborate with project managers to develop project cost estimates, financial models, and business cases.
- Proactively identify potential cost overruns before they occur and implement strategies to mitigate risks.
- Identify opportunities to optimize costs without compromising quality or project timelines.
- Track project progress against established timelines, ensuring that milestones are met efficiently.
Reporting:
- Prepare comprehensive budget vs. actual reports, offering insights into financial performance and project status.
- Implement and maintain project control processes and tools to ensure effective monitoring and reporting. Provide projections on cash flows and updates on project costs, ensuring stakeholders are informed of any financial implications.
- Report on issues related to timelines and milestones, facilitating effective decision-making by senior management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience (5+ years) in project finance, controlling, or a related field, preferably in the industrial construction industry
- Strong understanding of budget management, cost control, and financial reporting.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficient in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Preferred Skills:
- Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA, PMI)
- Experience within a specific industry, such as construction, data centers.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
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Who's Hiring
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- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Transportation & Logistics
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or a related field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or equivalent scheduling software
- Experience with earned value management and cost performance reporting
- Familiarity with Deltek Costpoint, SAP PS, or Ecosys cost management platforms
- Understanding of project baseline management and change control processes
- PMI or AACE certification such as PMP, PSP, or CCP is preferred or required
Tips for Your Project Controller Job Search
Quantify cost and schedule variance on your resume
Project controllers are hired to protect budgets and timelines, so your resume needs numbers. Show the total project value you controlled, your forecast accuracy margin, and any variance you caught early. Generic phrases like 'monitored costs' won't get you past a recruiter's screen.
List your EVM and cost software explicitly
Hiring managers scan for specific tools: Primavera P6, Cobra, SAP PS, Ecosys, or Deltek Costpoint. If you've used any of these, name them in a dedicated skills section. Burying them in a job description bullet means automated screening misses them entirely.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project controller openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by contract type and sector
Project controller scope differs sharply between government contracts and commercial builds. Government roles often require familiarity with EVMS compliance and DCAA audits. Filter your search by sector early so you're not wasting applications on roles built around a contract environment you haven't worked in.
Prepare a walk-through of a live forecast example
Interviewers for project controller roles almost always ask you to explain how you built or revised a cost-to-complete forecast. Have one real example ready with the original baseline, what changed, how you caught it, and what you recommended. Vague answers disqualify candidates quickly at this stage.
Negotiate scope alongside salary in job offers
Project controller offers vary in what you actually own: some roles control reporting only, others own the full baseline change process. Before accepting, clarify whether you'll have authority to approve change orders or only flag them. The scope difference affects both your day-to-day and your resume value a year from now.
Project Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project controllers?
Gilbane, Quanta Services, and Primoris Services Corporation are hiring the most project controllers right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is strongest in defense contracting, large-scale infrastructure, and energy project environments.
How many project controller jobs are remote?
About 63% of project controller openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying significantly by industry. Reporting-focused and financial controls roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while site-based construction and field operations roles almost always require an on-site presence.
How do you become a project controller?
Start with a degree in engineering, construction management, finance, or accounting, then move into a project controls coordinator or cost analyst role to build hands-on experience with scheduling and cost reporting tools. Earning an AACE certification like the CCP or PSP signals technical competence to employers. Building exposure to earned value management on real projects is what moves candidates into full project controller positions.
How do you get hired as a project controller with little experience?
Entry-level candidates get hired as project controls coordinators or cost analysts first, usually with a relevant degree and demonstrated proficiency in scheduling or cost software learned through coursework or self-study. Highlighting academic project work where you tracked budgets or schedules, even at a small scale, gives interviewers something concrete to evaluate. Many employers in construction and energy hire junior project controllers and train them on proprietary systems.
What does the project controller interview process look like?
Most project controller interviews run two to three rounds. The first is typically a recruiter or HR screen covering your background and tool experience. The second is a technical round with a project controls manager or lead engineer, where you'll be asked to walk through a forecast, explain a schedule variance, or describe how you handled a budget overrun. A final round may involve a panel or a hiring manager from operations.
Where can I find and apply to project controller jobs?
You can find and apply to project controller jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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