Project Controls Manager Jobs in South Carolina
Project Controls Manager jobs in South Carolina are open across Charleston, Greenville, and Anderson and other South Carolina metros, with employers like CRANSTON, Fluor, and Terracon Consultants hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The purpose of this position is to plan and execute the Project Controls requirements for a project. This role is responsible for providing technical and administrative direction, coordination, evaluation, training, and coaching to a team of Project Controls specialists. This position serves as Control Team Leader/Project Controls Manager on medium and large-sized projects or as a Subject Manager Expert (SME) for the entire Project Controls Team. Acting as a key resource on a project team, the role will require collaboration at all levels.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 10 years of electrical contracting experience or MEP coordination
Travel: 25-50%
Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday; however, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement a project controls plan as part of the Project Execution Plan (PEP) for the project execution.
- Plan and organize the setup of project baseline in project controls system, and implement a plan to track against the baseline on a regular basis.
- Develop cost, schedule, and commercial baseline.
- Responsible for providing technical and administrative direction, coordination, evaluation, training and coaching to a team of Project Controls specialists.
- Analyze variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicate the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Project Management.
- Supervise the implementation of Work Breakdown and Project Coding Structures for control and integrity of work to be performed as defined by the contract.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities
INTRODUCTION
You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And ─ as “one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America” ─ is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The purpose of this position is to plan and execute the Project Controls requirements for a project. This role is responsible for providing technical and administrative direction, coordination, evaluation, training, and coaching to a team of Project Controls specialists. This position serves as Control Team Leader/Project Controls Manager on medium and large-sized projects or as a Subject Manager Expert (SME) for the entire Project Controls Team. Acting as a key resource on a project team, the role will require collaboration at all levels.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor’s Degree
Experience: 10 years of electrical contracting experience or MEP coordination
Travel: 25-50%
Work Schedule: Typical work hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday; however, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement a project controls plan as part of the Project Execution Plan (PEP) for the project execution.
- Plan and organize the setup of project baseline in project controls system, and implement a plan to track against the baseline on a regular basis.
- Develop cost, schedule, and commercial baseline.
- Responsible for providing technical and administrative direction, coordination, evaluation, training and coaching to a team of Project Controls specialists.
- Analyze variances in cost and schedule performance against the plan, and communicate the reasons for the issuance of variance and proposed mitigation plans to Project Management.
- Supervise the implementation of Work Breakdown and Project Coding Structures for control and integrity of work to be performed as defined by the contract.
- Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities
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Project Controls Manager Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- CRANSTON5
- Fluor2
- Terracon Consultants2
- Trane Technologies2
- Vertiv2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing14
- Construction & Real Estate9
- Consulting & Professional Services4
- Electronics & Hardware3
- Energy3
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls manager jobs across South Carolina.
- Five or more years of project controls experience on capital or engineering projects
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project for scheduling and reporting
- Experience with earned value management and cost performance index reporting
- AACE International or PMI scheduling certification preferred
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field
- Familiarity with cost forecasting tools such as Cobra, PRISM, or Oracle Unifier
Project Controls Manager Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many project controls manager jobs are there in South Carolina?
There are 38+ project controls manager openings in South Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Charleston, Greenville, and Anderson. New positions post regularly as employers across South Carolina hire.
How much do project controls managers make in South Carolina?
Project controls managers in South Carolina earn a median of about $95,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,710 for the lowest 10% to over $159,310 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which South Carolina cities have the most project controls manager jobs?
Charleston, Greenville, and Anderson have the most project controls manager openings in South Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire project controls managers in South Carolina?
Employers hiring project controls managers in South Carolina include CRANSTON, Fluor, and Terracon Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote project controls manager jobs in South Carolina?
Yes. About 0% of project controls manager openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Carolina metros.
How do I apply for project controls manager jobs in South Carolina?
You can apply to project controls manager jobs in South Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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