Project Controls Engineer Jobs in New York
Project Controls Engineer jobs in New York are consistently in demand, with strong hiring concentrated in infrastructure, transit, energy, and commercial construction across one of the most active markets in the country, from entry-level schedulers to senior cost managers. New York City, Albany, and Buffalo are the leading hiring metros, anchored by large employers like AECOM, Turner Construction, and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The most sought-after specialties in New York are scheduling, earned value management, and cost control for large public infrastructure programs. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.Job Summary:
Trane Technologies is hiring a Senior Controls Project Manager in Long Island City, NY! As a Senior Controls Project Manager, you will be responsible for project financials, administration, implementation, management, and customer satisfaction for all assigned projects within the Commercial HVAC Controls / Building Automation space. You will lead the project team through all facets of the project and is established as the point of contact for all stakeholders. The portfolio of projects will contain multi-building or complex controls projects. In this role, the Senior Controls PM will be expected to mentor team members and act as a subject matter expert on HVAC controls for the business.
What you will do:
- Support sales functions by assisting with quote preparation and proposals
- Responsible for change order management by recommending solutions, facilitating quotes and closing orders.
- Support customer satisfaction initiatives by building customer relationships, investigating concerns, implementing corrective actions, developing communication plans with internal and external stakeholders to communicate project status
- Create and maintain project schedules generating task, dependencies, milestones, critical path, ability to identify future looking planning needs and resource constraints
- Leads all aspects of project administration including, responsibility for understanding contract clauses, knowledge and risk mitigation of construction contract content language, validating project scope / cost / schedule, managing project compliance, project documentation, project safety guidelines, development and maintenance on project schedules, participating in pre-bid validation meetings, holding internal meetings, and establishing customer expectations,
- Financially manages all aspects of projects including cash flow, monthly forecasted cost / revenue, forecasted cost at completion, monitoring expenses, collections support, preparing and facilitating monthly project reviews, applied cost, buy-out plans, analyzes reporting to identify project deficiencies and provides guidance on corrective action, and knowledgeable on financial impacts when adjusting cost categories.
- Collaborate with technicians, team leads, and other PMs to establish project task, schedule requirements, communications for project progress, and review of plans / specifications and control submittals.
- Utilizes properly qualified subcontractors, oversees subcontractor RFQ process, awards subcontracts, manages subcontractor execution, collaborate with subcontractors to establish communication guidelines for project progress, project meetings, billing expectations, project safety and foster professional relationships with subcontractors.
- Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, implementing corrective action, and communicating with customers and assigned staff.
- Other duties as assigned
What you will bring:
- Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Project Management Degree a plus
- Combination of degree and/or 7-10 years’ experience in the field of HVAC Controls and Project Management
- Proficient at resource / manpower planning
- Experience in leading teams comprised of different technical skill levels
- Experience working with building owners is preferred
- Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to:
- DUI in the previous 5 years.
- Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless / Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$93,900.00 - $168,455.00Compensation Type:
SalaryIncentive Eligible:
YesSales Commission Eligible:
NoDisclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Thrive at work and at home:
- Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
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Safety Sensitive Role:
YesThe company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls engineer jobs across New York.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for schedule development and analysis
- Experience supporting earned value management on capital or infrastructure projects
- Familiarity with New York public agency reporting standards, including MTA or PANYNJ formats
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE International certification preferred
- Strong cost forecasting and change management experience on multi-million-dollar project budgets
Project Controls Engineer Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls engineer in New York?
Most project controls engineers in New York enter through a bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or industrial engineering, or construction management. New York does not require a state license specific to project controls, but many employers expect or prefer candidates who hold a Professional Engineer license issued through the New York State Education Department if they are in a design-adjacent role. Certifications from AACE International or PMI strengthen candidates significantly in New York's competitive public infrastructure market.
Which companies hire project controls engineers in New York?
Employers hiring project controls engineers in New York right now include Skanska, Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, and Metropolitan Transportation Authority, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. New York's large public agencies, including the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, are among the most consistent sources of project controls demand in the state.
Which New York cities have the most project controls engineer jobs?
New York, Syracuse, and Queens have the most project controls engineer openings in New York. New York City dominates the list because of its concentration of major infrastructure programs, transit expansion projects, and commercial real estate development, while Albany draws demand from state agency capital programs and Buffalo benefits from ongoing regional infrastructure investment and industrial construction activity.
Are there remote project controls engineer jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields because the role often requires on-site coordination with project teams and field data collection. About 67% of project controls engineer openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. The tasks most likely to be performed remotely are schedule analysis, cost reporting, and document control rather than hands-on site progress monitoring.
How can I get hired as a project controls engineer in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a project engineer, scheduler assistant, or cost analyst role at a large New York construction management or engineering firm such as AECOM, WSP, or Jacobs, which run structured new-graduate programs that rotate candidates through project controls functions. Lateral moves from quantity surveying, construction inspection, or project administration are common entry points. Earning an AACE International Certified Cost Technician credential or demonstrating proficiency in Primavera P6 gives candidates without direct experience a concrete edge in New York hiring.
Where can I find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the available roles, find ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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