Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Maryland

Project Controls Engineer jobs in Maryland are consistently active, concentrated in defense contracting, federal infrastructure, and large-scale construction programs anchored in the Baltimore-Washington corridor, with openings at every level from entry project analyst to senior program controls lead. The heaviest hiring concentrates in Baltimore, Bethesda, and the National Capital Region suburbs, where firms like Northrop Grumman, Leidos, and Bechtel maintain substantial Maryland operations. The most in-demand specialties are earned value management, schedule analysis, and cost performance reporting tied to government contracts. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles12
Top employerX-Energy
Top cityRockville, MD
Cities hiring11
Work type67% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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X-Energy
Project Controls Analyst III
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Project Controls Analyst III
X-Energy
Rockville, Maryland
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $130k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
51-200

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X-Energy
Project Controls Engineer II (Risk Management)
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X-Energy
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Project Controls Engineer II (Risk Management)
X-Energy
Rockville, Maryland
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $118k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
51-200

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Modular Genius Inc
Project Controls and Operations Coordinator
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Project Controls and Operations Coordinator
Modular Genius Inc
Joppa, Maryland
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security & Protective Services
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Textron Systems
2027 Intern - Project Controls (Scheduling/EVM) - Hunt Valley, MD
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2027 Intern - Project Controls (Scheduling/EVM) - Hunt Valley, MD
Textron Systems
Hunt Valley, Maryland
Accounting
Business Operations
$23 - $26/hr
501-1,000

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Northrop Grumman
Mechanical Engineer/ Lvl 3/4– Motion Controls Project Engineering
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Mechanical Engineer/ Lvl 3/4– Motion Controls Project Engineering
Northrop Grumman
Elkton, Maryland
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$99k - $185k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Project Controls Engineer Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Rockville
2 jobs
Joppa
1 job
Elkton
1 job
Hanover
1 job
Columbia
1 job
Annapolis
1 job
Baltimore
1 job
Frederick
1 job
Hunt Valley
1 job

Project Controls Engineer Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

X-Energy
X-Energy2 open roles
Albireo Energy
Albireo Energy1 open role
SBF Search
SBF Search1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project controls engineer jobs across Maryland.

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project
  • Experience with earned value management systems on government or defense contracts
  • Familiarity with cost baseline development, forecasting, and variance analysis reporting
  • PMI Project Management Professional or AACE International certification preferred
  • Active or ability to obtain U.S. government security clearance for federal contract work

Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project controls engineer in Maryland?

Most employers in Maryland require a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field as the foundation. Maryland does not issue a state-specific license for project controls engineers, so the path typically runs through industry certifications: AACE International's Certified Cost Professional or Planning and Scheduling Professional credentials carry strong weight with Maryland defense and federal contractors. Gaining experience on government contract programs and obtaining a security clearance significantly accelerates hiring in the region's dominant sectors.

Which companies hire project controls engineers in Maryland?

Employers hiring project controls engineers in Maryland right now include X-Energy, Albireo Energy, and SBF Search, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Maryland's concentration of federal agencies and defense prime contractors makes it one of the more active states for this role, with recurring demand from both large primes and their mid-tier subcontractors.

Which Maryland cities have the most project controls engineer jobs?

Rockville, Joppa, and Elkton account for the largest share of project controls engineer openings in Maryland. The Baltimore and National Capital Region suburbs, including Bethesda and Rockville, drive most of the volume because major defense contractors and federal program offices concentrate there, while smaller markets in the corridor benefit from the same large employers operating multiple Maryland sites.

Are there remote project controls engineer jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely analytical fields because the role frequently requires on-site schedule walks, contractor coordination, and access to controlled program environments. About 33% of project controls engineer openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote work most accessible for cost analysis and reporting tasks rather than hands-on field or government facility work.

How can I get hired as a project controls engineer in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a project controls analyst or cost analyst role, which large Maryland defense contractors like Northrop Grumman and Leidos post as entry-level openings that feed into senior project controls positions. Candidates who complete an AACE student membership and earn an associate-level certification, or who graduate from University of Maryland or Morgan State construction management programs, stand out in the applicant pool. Lateral moves from scheduling coordinator or construction inspector roles are also a recognized door into the discipline with Maryland federal contractors.

Where can I find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience and location, and apply directly to whichever positions fit your background.

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