Project Controls Manager Jobs in Georgia
Project Controls Manager jobs in Georgia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in construction, infrastructure, defense contracting, and energy sectors and openings at every level from junior cost engineer through senior program controls director. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta are the primary hiring hubs, where employers like Fluor, Jacobs, and the Army Corps of Engineers maintain lasting footprints. Earned value management, cost forecasting, and schedule control for large-scale infrastructure and government programs are the most sought-after specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Supports project controls program and activities, including prime contract management, scheduling, and cost control and contract change management for one or more projects in a District.
Job Responsibilities
- Reviews and analyzes contract management records to provide technical advice or project control guidance.
- Assists with cost controls reporting and reconciliation of project cost reporting for one District or Mega Project and provides District or Project reporting to Project Controls Director for Division level reports.
- Assists scheduling process and support for District or Mega Project, including bid phase and project schedule creation, monthly reporting and schedule update,
- Assists with integration of Company systems to track, monitor and control costs or schedule. Ensures accurate training and utilization of approved systems for project document control and reporting.
- Performs regular project reviews and monitors the job cost report against key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Coordinates with Division Claims/Contract Manager in tracking and monitoring change order and claims preparation and resolution
- Tracks activities around unsecured revenue and project contingencies.
- Tracks of over/under billing to monitor and control project cash flow.
- Assists with resource and cost loading to the schedule, including labor projections, equipment and material projections, and productivity trend reporting to accurately forecast project costs and project financial outcome.
- Maintains knowledge of Company’s values and strategic plan.
- Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
- 3+ years’ experience in construction engineering, project management or project controls required.
- Experience with complex scheduling and cost control processes required.
- Knowledge of construction contract agreements and change order processes required.
- Proven written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting, required.
- Able to identify cost reduction strategies in schedule, quantities or contract specifications that align with project budget and design specification requirements.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
- Frequently is required to stand and walk
- Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Physically attend meetings
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Working in a open cubical workstation, or office
- Working in office environment and subject to office noise
- Traveling to projects as needed
- Visiting to project sites which involve exposure to outside weather elements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Job Summary
Supports project controls program and activities, including prime contract management, scheduling, and cost control and contract change management for one or more projects in a District.
Job Responsibilities
- Reviews and analyzes contract management records to provide technical advice or project control guidance.
- Assists with cost controls reporting and reconciliation of project cost reporting for one District or Mega Project and provides District or Project reporting to Project Controls Director for Division level reports.
- Assists scheduling process and support for District or Mega Project, including bid phase and project schedule creation, monthly reporting and schedule update,
- Assists with integration of Company systems to track, monitor and control costs or schedule. Ensures accurate training and utilization of approved systems for project document control and reporting.
- Performs regular project reviews and monitors the job cost report against key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Coordinates with Division Claims/Contract Manager in tracking and monitoring change order and claims preparation and resolution
- Tracks activities around unsecured revenue and project contingencies.
- Tracks of over/under billing to monitor and control project cash flow.
- Assists with resource and cost loading to the schedule, including labor projections, equipment and material projections, and productivity trend reporting to accurately forecast project costs and project financial outcome.
- Maintains knowledge of Company’s values and strategic plan.
- Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field required.
- 3+ years’ experience in construction engineering, project management or project controls required.
- Experience with complex scheduling and cost control processes required.
- Knowledge of construction contract agreements and change order processes required.
- Proven written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of accounting principles, including construction accounting, required.
- Able to identify cost reduction strategies in schedule, quantities or contract specifications that align with project budget and design specification requirements.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
- Regularly required to sit and talk or hear
- Frequently is required to stand and walk
- Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch
- Physically attend meetings
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
- Working in a open cubical workstation, or office
- Working in office environment and subject to office noise
- Traveling to projects as needed
- Visiting to project sites which involve exposure to outside weather elements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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- Construction & Real Estate
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls manager jobs across Georgia.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project for scheduling and reporting
- Experience with earned value management on large construction or government contracts
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE International certification preferred
- Familiarity with Georgia Department of Transportation or federal agency reporting standards
- Strong communication skills for presenting cost and schedule data to project stakeholders
Project Controls Manager Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls manager in Georgia?
Most project controls managers in Georgia start with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a closely related field, then build experience in cost engineering or scheduling roles. Georgia does not require a state-issued license specific to project controls, but employers strongly favor candidates who hold AACE International or PMI credentials. Gaining experience on Georgia DOT, federal, or large private construction projects is the most direct path to a management-level role.
How much do project controls managers make in Georgia?
Project controls managers in Georgia earn a median of about $102,140 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $58,290 for the lowest 10% to over $163,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project controls managers in Georgia?
Employers hiring project controls managers in Georgia right now include Aegis Project Controls, Burns & McDonnell, and Prince Contracting, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Georgia's concentration of defense contractors, infrastructure firms, and large industrial projects means that both government prime contractors and private engineering firms post regularly throughout the year.
Which Georgia cities have the most project controls manager jobs?
Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Georgia have the most project controls manager openings in Georgia. Atlanta drives the largest share of demand through its headquarters-heavy corporate base and major infrastructure investment, while Savannah's rapid port expansion and industrial growth have made it a rising hub, and Augusta's defense and government contracting sector anchors steady hiring outside the metro core.
Are there remote project controls manager jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're limited. Project controls work often requires on-site presence for progress monitoring, contractor coordination, and field data collection, so fully remote roles are less common than in purely analytical fields. About 67% of project controls manager openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the remote share concentrated in reporting, forecasting, and program-level oversight roles that do not require daily site access.
How can I get hired as a project controls manager in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior cost engineer or project controls analyst role, which large Georgia contractors and government agencies use to develop new talent. Firms like Jacobs and Fluor, as well as Georgia DOT prime contractors, hire entry-level candidates from construction management and engineering programs at Georgia Tech and Southern Polytechnic. Earning an AACE Certified Cost Technician credential and building Primavera P6 proficiency before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over other early-career applicants.
Where can I find and apply to project controls manager jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to project controls manager jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across construction, defense, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each employer without creating a profile or signing up.
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