Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX
Project Controls Engineer jobs in Dallas are concentrated in the Uptown corridor, Las Colinas, and the Design District, driven by major infrastructure, energy, and commercial construction activity. Leading employers hiring right now include WSP, Primoris Services Corporation, and GHD. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 18+ Project Controls Engineer jobs
We are seeking someone to join our Real Estate team as a Vice President, Project Controls to lead Project Controls responsibilities for our Dallas development project. The Project Controls Manager will play a critical leadership role in safeguarding the successful delivery of a large-scale development project by maintaining rigorous oversight of schedule, budget, cost forecasting, risk management, and change control throughout the project lifecycle. On a complex 700,000-square-foot development valued at approximately $1.3 billion, this role serves as the central point of accountability for ensuring that project objectives are achieved within approved financial and timeline constraints.
In the Corporate Services division, we empower our businesses by creating collaborative workplace solutions and commercial services that enhance the employee and client experience, while optimizing the value of our sourcing and third-party lifecycle to enable the Firm to do-and-win business.
Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.
What you'll do in the role:
- Collaborate with global stakeholders across Dallas project support the monthly/quarterly update.
- Be accountable for receiving and verifying Capital Management deliverables (cost estimate/report, change order assessment etc.) and independent cost verification by the Project Controls team to align with project requirements, regional codes & standards.
- Undertake commercial evaluation of program requirements and design information throughout the project life cycle versus approved budget of project to develop 'gap report' and collaborate with Capital Project Management teams for potential solutions.
- Evaluate construction industry trends (technologies, supply chain etc.) and indices (inflation, commodity prices etc.) and its impact on the project.
- Accountable for financial forecast reports (dashboards, program/project/regional reports).
- Partner with Capital Management teams, Financial Controllers Group and Legal Entity Controllers for capitalization / accounting, capital planning and with Accounts Payable for vendor invoices/payments management of capital projects.
- Manage talent development, training and succession planning within the reporting team.
- Encourage a culture of continuous improvement within the reporting team, identity & develop opportunities to enhance efficiency & effectiveness.
- Collaborate with global stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Communicate clearly & effectively (both written & verbal) to reporting teams, Leadership, Capital Management teams, Finance and other stakeholders.
- Clear articulation of messages to Leadership and attention to detail with team.
- Ensure delivery partners meet safety, quality, budget, and schedule requirements.
What you'll bring to the role:
- 15+ years of experience in managing end-to-end Cost Controls responsibilities as an Owner for Corporate Real Estate capital project portfolio, major capital programs and driving capital efficiencies in a global organization.
- Capability in managing Cost Controls responsibilities for major capital programs in a country different from the base working location.
- Experience in pre-contract (cost planning, benchmarking, design validation, risk management, procurement etc.), post-contract (change control management, cost reporting, process audits etc.), process audits (internal/external), capitalization/financial closure aspects of Real Estate projects / major capital programs.
- Proven knowledge of global construction practices, trends & cost indices, accounting standards & policies.
- Ability to undertake data analytics of historical cost information, capital plan and preparation of MIS reports at global/regional levels.
- Proficiency in management reporting, cost estimation, benchmarking, cost data analytics and process optimization.
- Effective communication, problem solving and strong interpersonal skills.
The position’s work location will be 1445 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75202 at a future date. The role may begin remotely until the office location becomes available. In-Person interviews will be required for the role.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $135,000 and $165,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
For more information, please visit : https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo .
We are seeking someone to join our Real Estate team as a Vice President, Project Controls to lead Project Controls responsibilities for our Dallas development project. The Project Controls Manager will play a critical leadership role in safeguarding the successful delivery of a large-scale development project by maintaining rigorous oversight of schedule, budget, cost forecasting, risk management, and change control throughout the project lifecycle. On a complex 700,000-square-foot development valued at approximately $1.3 billion, this role serves as the central point of accountability for ensuring that project objectives are achieved within approved financial and timeline constraints.
In the Corporate Services division, we empower our businesses by creating collaborative workplace solutions and commercial services that enhance the employee and client experience, while optimizing the value of our sourcing and third-party lifecycle to enable the Firm to do-and-win business.
Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.
What you'll do in the role:
- Collaborate with global stakeholders across Dallas project support the monthly/quarterly update.
- Be accountable for receiving and verifying Capital Management deliverables (cost estimate/report, change order assessment etc.) and independent cost verification by the Project Controls team to align with project requirements, regional codes & standards.
- Undertake commercial evaluation of program requirements and design information throughout the project life cycle versus approved budget of project to develop 'gap report' and collaborate with Capital Project Management teams for potential solutions.
- Evaluate construction industry trends (technologies, supply chain etc.) and indices (inflation, commodity prices etc.) and its impact on the project.
- Accountable for financial forecast reports (dashboards, program/project/regional reports).
- Partner with Capital Management teams, Financial Controllers Group and Legal Entity Controllers for capitalization / accounting, capital planning and with Accounts Payable for vendor invoices/payments management of capital projects.
- Manage talent development, training and succession planning within the reporting team.
- Encourage a culture of continuous improvement within the reporting team, identity & develop opportunities to enhance efficiency & effectiveness.
- Collaborate with global stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Communicate clearly & effectively (both written & verbal) to reporting teams, Leadership, Capital Management teams, Finance and other stakeholders.
- Clear articulation of messages to Leadership and attention to detail with team.
- Ensure delivery partners meet safety, quality, budget, and schedule requirements.
What you'll bring to the role:
- 15+ years of experience in managing end-to-end Cost Controls responsibilities as an Owner for Corporate Real Estate capital project portfolio, major capital programs and driving capital efficiencies in a global organization.
- Capability in managing Cost Controls responsibilities for major capital programs in a country different from the base working location.
- Experience in pre-contract (cost planning, benchmarking, design validation, risk management, procurement etc.), post-contract (change control management, cost reporting, process audits etc.), process audits (internal/external), capitalization/financial closure aspects of Real Estate projects / major capital programs.
- Proven knowledge of global construction practices, trends & cost indices, accounting standards & policies.
- Ability to undertake data analytics of historical cost information, capital plan and preparation of MIS reports at global/regional levels.
- Proficiency in management reporting, cost estimation, benchmarking, cost data analytics and process optimization.
- Effective communication, problem solving and strong interpersonal skills.
The position’s work location will be 1445 Ross Ave, Dallas, TX 75202 at a future date. The role may begin remotely until the office location becomes available. In-Person interviews will be required for the role.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $135,000 and $165,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
For more information, please visit : https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo .
See All 18 Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Dallas
Find roles in Dallas that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsProject Controls Engineer Job Market in Dallas
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Dallas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a project controls engineer job in Dallas?
Focus your search on Dallas's strongest hiring sectors: large-scale infrastructure, oil and gas downstream operations, commercial real estate development, and data center construction. Employers in Las Colinas and the Uptown corridor hire most actively. Candidates with EPC firm experience, proficiency in Primavera P6, and exposure to earned value management stand out in the Dallas market over applicants with more generalist project backgrounds.
Which companies hire project controls engineers in Dallas?
Companies currently hiring project controls engineers in Dallas include WSP, Primoris Services Corporation, and GHD, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Dallas's hiring mix skews toward large EPC firms, energy companies, and commercial construction contractors with active portfolios across North Texas.
Are there remote project controls engineer jobs in Dallas?
Yes, but only partially. Project controls engineers in construction and field-heavy roles are predominantly on-site, while cost estimating, scheduling analytics, and reporting functions can run remotely. About 80% of project controls engineer openings tied to Dallas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026. Planning and forecasting roles tied to Dallas-based corporate offices offer the most consistent remote flexibility.
How can I get a project controls engineer job in Dallas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Dallas is through a project controls coordinator or project analyst role with a large EPC or general contractor operating in the Metroplex. Dallas-area firms building data centers and industrial facilities frequently hire entry-level candidates with engineering degrees and Excel or scheduling software exposure. Internships with the city's infrastructure contractors and familiarity with Primavera P6 basics give early-career candidates a concrete edge locally.
Which industries hire the most project controls engineers in Dallas?
Dallas project controls engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Dallas's role as a regional hub for energy infrastructure, large-scale commercial construction, and corporate headquarters expansion sustains consistent demand across those sectors.
See All 18 Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Dallas
Find roles in Dallas that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Jobs