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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About Us
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
What you will do
The Project Manager for our Major Projects is part of our Building Technologies & Solutions business at Johnson Controls. This role involves leading large HVAC Controls construction projects. We seek a seasoned construction professional to handle the complexities of larger construction projects.
Under general direction, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned projects. Collaborates with owner and contractor sales managers and branch installation manager and teams as needed to provide sales support activities early in the development process to provide input on strategy, vendor/partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment, etc. Ensures accurate, on-time, within-budget completion of projects. Maintains positive cash flow and actively pursues selling change orders. Ensures compliance with state, local, and Federal legal requirements and operates with the highest ethics. Adheres to all safety standards and ensures staff and subcontractors follow suit. Follows consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes, maintaining a balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.
How you will do it
- Acts as the primary on-site leader for execution teams on assigned projects. Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects.
- Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives, and/or scheduling changes. Actively pursues additional work through change orders. Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals, and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance.
- Manages costs, billings, and collections. Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client. Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow.
- Reviews and interprets contract terms and conditions.
- Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues, and financial status to management as required. Utilizes Microsoft Project to execute and evaluate job progress and risks.
- Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation.
- Negotiates, prepares, and issues subcontracts.
- Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and JCI standards.
- Oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes, and installation techniques.
- Coordinates with the CMS and HVAC Installation Manager, Systems Team Leader, and/or Branch Mechanical Project Team Leader for allocation of resources needed to meet project objectives. Ensures any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team is in accordance with established standards. Facilitates escalation of product-related problems.
- Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors, and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as required. Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project.
What we look for
Required
- 6 (six) years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry.
- Management experience with projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired.
- Experience with executing projects within healthcare industry/market
- Expectation that PMI/PMP (Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional) certification will be obtained within 2 years of employment in the position.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.
- Strong Personal Computer working capabilities in MS Office (excel, word, power point, project), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.
- Travel 40% + will vary on project assignment. Projects may exist outside of assigned geography.
- Able to execute projects of higher project and contract complexity. (Multiple subcontractors and multiple scopes of work)
Preferred
- Experience in dealing with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of many different disciplines.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an Associate’s Degree with equivalent work related experience.
- PMI/PMP Certification preferred
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $116,000- 174,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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About Us
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.
What you will do
The Project Manager for our Major Projects is part of our Building Technologies & Solutions business at Johnson Controls. This role involves leading large HVAC Controls construction projects. We seek a seasoned construction professional to handle the complexities of larger construction projects.
Under general direction, responsible for the profitable execution of assigned projects. Collaborates with owner and contractor sales managers and branch installation manager and teams as needed to provide sales support activities early in the development process to provide input on strategy, vendor/partner selection, scope enhancements, value engineering, risk assessment, etc. Ensures accurate, on-time, within-budget completion of projects. Maintains positive cash flow and actively pursues selling change orders. Ensures compliance with state, local, and Federal legal requirements and operates with the highest ethics. Adheres to all safety standards and ensures staff and subcontractors follow suit. Follows consistent and repeatable project management procedures and processes, maintaining a balance between customer satisfaction and project financial results.
How you will do it
- Acts as the primary on-site leader for execution teams on assigned projects. Develops project schedules and executes according to plan for assigned projects.
- Evaluates the contractual scope of work and the impact of client-issued bulletins, field directives, and/or scheduling changes. Actively pursues additional work through change orders. Performs associated cost estimates, prepares proposals, and negotiates final settlement price and customer acceptance.
- Manages costs, billings, and collections. Completes project billings in a timely and accurate format to the client. Maintains profitability goals and positive cash flow.
- Reviews and interprets contract terms and conditions.
- Analyzes financial reporting systems and project schedules to proactively address potential problems. Effectively communicates project progress, issues, and financial status to management as required. Utilizes Microsoft Project to execute and evaluate job progress and risks.
- Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation.
- Negotiates, prepares, and issues subcontracts.
- Ensures project document controls are in compliance with contract requirements and JCI standards.
- Oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, local codes, and installation techniques.
- Coordinates with the CMS and HVAC Installation Manager, Systems Team Leader, and/or Branch Mechanical Project Team Leader for allocation of resources needed to meet project objectives. Ensures any engineering and commissioning performed by the field team is in accordance with established standards. Facilitates escalation of product-related problems.
- Develops and maintains viable long-term relationships with customers, consultants, prime contractors, and subcontractors. Attends job progress meetings as required. Ensures subcontractors understand expectations of the project.
What we look for
Required
- 6 (six) years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry.
- Management experience with projects related to Mechanical Retrofits, HVAC controls, BAS management, Fire management, and Security management systems is desired.
- Experience with executing projects within healthcare industry/market
- Expectation that PMI/PMP (Project Management Institute, Project Management Professional) certification will be obtained within 2 years of employment in the position.
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Must have the ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Proficient in Project Management software and financial accounting systems.
- Strong Personal Computer working capabilities in MS Office (excel, word, power point, project), Adobe Writer, Visio and basic Windows environment.
- Travel 40% + will vary on project assignment. Projects may exist outside of assigned geography.
- Able to execute projects of higher project and contract complexity. (Multiple subcontractors and multiple scopes of work)
Preferred
- Experience in dealing with a large and diverse number of simultaneous challenges, requiring knowledge of many different disciplines.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an Associate’s Degree with equivalent work related experience.
- PMI/PMP Certification preferred
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $116,000- 174,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us
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Project Controls Engineer Job Market in Washington
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- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
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 Burns & McDonnell, HDR, and Blue Origin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 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 Renton 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 50% of project controls engineer openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of November 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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