Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Texas

Project Controls Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in energy, oil and gas, petrochemical, heavy industrial construction, and large-scale infrastructure, with openings at every level from junior cost engineer through senior program controls lead. Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio are the primary hiring hubs, home to major employers like Bechtel, Jacobs, and Fluor that maintain a lasting presence across Texas project sites and offices. The most in-demand specialties are earned value management, cost estimating, and schedule development for capital projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles126+
Top employerPrimoris Services Corporation
Top cityHouston, TX
Cities hiring28
Work type55% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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The Shaw Group Inc
Project Controls Quantity Surveyor
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The Shaw Group Inc
New 11h ago
Project Controls Quantity Surveyor
The Shaw Group Inc
Beaumont, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
1,001-5,000

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University of North Texas
Project Controls Analyst
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University of North Texas
New 11h ago
Project Controls Analyst
University of North Texas
Denton, Texas
Data Analytics
Data Science
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Ulteig
Project Controls Specialist - Scheduler
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Ulteig
New 16h ago
Project Controls Specialist - Scheduler
Ulteig
Amarillo, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Teaching & Instruction
$97k - $131k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Zachry Group
Project Controls Specialist I
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Zachry Group
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Project Controls Specialist I
Zachry Group
Houston, Texas
Construction Management
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions
Controls Project Manager
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HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions
Added 1d ago
Controls Project Manager
HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions
San Antonio, Texas
Business Strategy
Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $130k/yr
201-500

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Project Controls Engineer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

The Woodlands
7 jobs
San Antonio
5 jobs
Abilene
4 jobs
Amarillo
4 jobs
Fort Worth
4 jobs
Irving
2 jobs

Project Controls Engineer Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Primoris Services Corporation
    Primoris Services Corporation11
  • Tesla
    Tesla6
  • PCL Construction
    PCL Construction4
  • Entergy
    Entergy3
  • Loenbro
    Loenbro3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate17
  • Consulting & Professional Services9
  • Technology & Software7
  • Energy4
  • Manufacturing1

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project for schedule development and control
  • Experience with earned value management and cost performance reporting on capital projects
  • PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE International certification preferred
  • Familiarity with Texas energy, petrochemical, or large infrastructure project environments
  • Strong skills in cost estimating, forecasting, and variance analysis for project budgets

Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project controls engineer in Texas?

Most project controls engineers in Texas enter the field with a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related discipline. Texas does not require a state-issued license specific to project controls, but many employers expect professional certifications such as the AACE International Certified Cost Professional or the PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional. Gaining experience on capital projects in Texas's energy or industrial construction sectors is the most reliable path to full project controls responsibility.

Which companies hire project controls engineers in Texas?

Employers hiring project controls engineers in Texas right now include Primoris Services Corporation, Tesla, and PCL Construction, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of energy, petrochemical, and large infrastructure projects means demand is particularly strong among engineering and construction firms managing multi-year capital programs.

Which Texas cities have the most project controls engineer jobs?

Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most project controls engineer openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its dense concentration of oil and gas operators, refineries, and major engineering firms that manage large capital projects, while Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio support demand through infrastructure, commercial construction, and industrial development programs based in those metros.

Are there remote project controls engineer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since project controls work often requires direct coordination with on-site teams and project stakeholders. About 45% of project controls engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting selective flexibility from larger firms. The planning, reporting, and cost analysis portions of the role are the most likely to be performed remotely.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for project controls analyst, cost engineer, or schedule coordinator roles at large engineering and construction firms in Texas such as Jacobs, Bechtel, or Fluor, which regularly bring in new graduates for capital project support work. A degree in engineering or construction management combined with a foundational AACE or PMI certification signals readiness to employers. Lateral moves from estimating, project management support, or construction management roles are also a recognized way into project controls in Texas's energy and industrial sectors.

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

You can find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across the energy, industrial, and infrastructure sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.

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