Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Washington

Project Controls Engineer jobs in Washington are concentrated in Seattle, Bellevue, and the Tri-Cities corridor, where aerospace, energy infrastructure, and large-scale construction drive steady demand for cost engineers, schedulers, and earned value specialists. Boeing, Bechtel, and WSP Global maintain a significant and lasting presence across these markets, regularly hiring at the associate through senior and principal levels. Washington is one of the most active hiring markets in the country for this discipline, particularly in aerospace MRO and nuclear clean-up projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerSkanska
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring8
Work type60% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Carrier
Project Manager, HVAC Controls
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Carrier
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Project Manager, HVAC Controls
Carrier
Redmond, Washington
Data Analytics
Data Science
$65k - $130k/yr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C)
Project Controls Engineer
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Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C)
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Project Controls Engineer
Hanford Tank Waste Operations & Closure (H2C)
Richland, Washington
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$109k - $166k/yr
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Skanska
Senior Project Controls Manager
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Skanska
Added 6d ago
Senior Project Controls Manager
Skanska
Seattle, Washington
Data Analytics
Data Science
$125k - $185k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management
10,000+

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Mott MacDonald
Principal Project Manager - Project Controls and Contract Management
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Mott MacDonald
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Principal Project Manager - Project Controls and Contract Management
Mott MacDonald
Seattle, Washington
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
10,000+

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KBA
Construction Office Engineer / Project Controls
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KBA
Added 1w ago
Construction Office Engineer / Project Controls
KBA
Bellevue, Washington
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$104k - $164k/yr
Bachelor of Science
51-200

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Project Controls Engineer Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Seattle
8 jobs
Vancouver
4 jobs
Bellevue
3 jobs
Pasco
2 jobs
Redmond
2 jobs
Richland
2 jobs
Camas
1 job
Renton
1 job

Project Controls Engineer Job Market in Washington

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

Who's Hiring

Skanska
Skanska3 open roles
Burns & McDonnell
Burns & McDonnell3 open roles
HDR
HDR1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Construction & Real Estate
  • Technology & Software

What Washington Employers Look For

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

  • 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 applying earned value management on large capital or government contracts
  • PMI-SP, AACE International CCP, or PSP certification strongly preferred by Washington employers
  • Familiarity with NEC or FAR contract frameworks common in Washington public and federal work
  • Strong written reporting skills for cost variance analysis and project performance dashboards

Project Controls Engineer Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project controls engineer in Washington?

The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related field, followed by entry-level work on capital projects in Washington's aerospace, energy, or infrastructure sectors. Washington does not require a state-issued license specific to project controls, but many employers expect AACE International credentials such as the Planning and Scheduling Professional or Certified Cost Professional. Building experience on federally funded or nuclear remediation projects in eastern Washington accelerates progression considerably.

Which companies hire project controls engineers in Washington?

Employers hiring project controls engineers in Washington right now include Skanska, Burns & McDonnell, and HDR, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's aerospace, clean energy, and Hanford Site remediation programs create sustained demand that keeps a broad range of contractors and owner organizations hiring throughout the year.

Which Washington cities have the most project controls engineer jobs?

Seattle, Vancouver, and Bellevue lead for project controls engineer openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue anchor the market through Boeing's commercial and defense programs and a dense cluster of engineering and construction management firms, while the Tri-Cities area around Richland and Kennewick supports significant hiring tied to the Hanford Site clean-up and regional energy infrastructure projects.

Are there remote project controls engineer jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields because project controls work often requires direct access to project sites, contractors, and on-site data systems. About 40% of project controls engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with the remote share concentrated in cost reporting, forecasting, and schedule analysis roles that can be handled off-site once a project is underway.

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

The most realistic entry path is through a project controls analyst or project coordinator role at a large engineering and construction firm operating in Washington. Companies supporting Boeing programs or the Hanford clean-up regularly bring on recent graduates into analyst positions where they learn scheduling and cost control under senior engineers. Completing an AACE student membership and earning a foundational credential, or building a portfolio using Primavera P6 on a student or volunteer project, gives a clear edge over candidates with an identical degree and no demonstrable tool experience.

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

You can find and apply to project controls engineer jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each employer through the listings.

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