Project Controls Manager Jobs in Washington
Project Controls Manager jobs in Washington are actively in demand, with the strongest hiring concentrated in aerospace and defense, large-scale infrastructure, and technology construction projects at every level from junior analyst through senior program controls lead. Seattle, Bellevue, and Tacoma are the primary hiring centers, anchored by established employers such as Boeing, the Washington State Department of Transportation, and Turner Construction, all of which maintain ongoing project controls functions. Cost engineering, schedule analysis, and earned value management are the specialties Washington employers request most consistently. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.
As a Senior Project Scheduler for Capital Projects, you will apply your technical skills to meet project team and client needs for developing / maintaining project schedules and monitoring project performance. This work will include interfacing directly with project management, client management, engineering, construction, and other key stakeholders for the development of detailed project schedules. Using a variety of industry and proprietary software tools, including Primavera P6, you will perform the following tasks:
- Implement project controls tools and methodology
- Develop and support project schedule requirements per client procedures and best practices
- Perform critical path analysis, provide schedule insights and corrective actions when required
- Support schedule contingency management, and work with key stakeholders to identify and manage project risks
- Provide regular project updates and report deviations from the approved project baseline to the project team.
- Proactively manage schedule variances and have a questioning attitude with project deviations.
- Support month end closing and phase gate processes
- Ensure standardized file locations exist for all required schedule documents.
- Produce look-ahead, actuals, and schedule quality reports
- Assemble supporting documentation to meet project team and client requests/needs
- Analyze data and build reports to support project monitoring and decision making
- Interface regularly with project management to support monitoring schedule performance
- Interface with cost analyst staff to develop time-phased cost forecasts
- There is the potential for you to travel to client office for project coordination meetings
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
Essential skills and experience:
- Proficiency using Primavera P6 scheduling software
- Familiarity with the practical application of project controls
- 5 or more years of project experience
- Post-secondary graduate
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to interact and multitask with project team members, clients, and vendors of varying position levels.
- Motivation: Eager to learn new skills and develop knowledge to add make a valuable impact to project team operation. Willing to engage with others to understand project team needs. Committed to deliver high quality, accurate deliverables with attention to detail.
- Computer Skills: Working knowledge in MS Office tools, with emphasis on the advanced use of MS Excel and/or MS Access in creating detailed, interactive spreadsheets, workbooks, and databases.
Valued but not required skills and experience:
- Related engineering internship, co-op, or work experience, which includes project controls, project planning, project scheduling, and earned value performance, preferably within the power industry
- i.) AACE CST, or PMI Equivalent
- ii.) Working towards AACE CCP, CEP, PSP, PRMP, EVP, or PMI Equivalent
- iii.) In lieu of Professional Designation (i. or ii.) above, has completed equivalent training
- Or in lieu of i.), ii.) or iii.) above, has successfully passed designated proficiency testing
We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.
Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & Wellness
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls manager jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field required
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE certification strongly preferred by Washington employers
- Five or more years of project controls experience on large capital or infrastructure projects
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and earned value management systems required
- Experience supporting aerospace, transportation, or large public-works programs in Washington state
- Strong written reporting skills and ability to present cost and schedule data to executive stakeholders
Project Controls Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls manager in Washington?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a quantitative field, followed by several years of hands-on scheduling or cost engineering work. Washington has no state-issued license specific to project controls, but employers here consistently prioritize candidates who hold AACE International certifications such as the Certified Cost Professional or the PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional. Building experience on aerospace, transportation, or public infrastructure projects gives candidates a clear advantage in the Washington market.
How much do project controls managers make in Washington?
Project controls managers in Washington earn a median of about $124,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,750 for the lowest 10% to over $202,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project controls managers in Washington?
Employers hiring project controls managers in Washington right now include Burns & McDonnell, HDR, and KBA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Washington's mix of aerospace primes, major public-works agencies, and large general contractors means openings appear across both private and government-funded programs throughout the state.
Which Washington cities have the most project controls manager jobs?
Seattle, Vancouver, and Pasco account for the most project controls manager openings in Washington. Seattle and Bellevue drive volume through their concentration of aerospace, technology construction, and large commercial development projects, while Tacoma and the surrounding Pierce County area generates steady demand from port infrastructure, military installation work, and state transportation programs.
Are there remote project controls manager jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they are relatively limited. About 20% of project controls manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the fact that much of the work involves on-site schedule reviews, subcontractor coordination, and field data collection. The reporting and analysis portions of the role are most likely to be performed remotely or in a hybrid arrangement.
How can I get hired as a project controls manager in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a junior project controls analyst or project coordinator role on large capital programs. Boeing's early career and co-op programs regularly bring in candidates from Washington universities such as the University of Washington and Washington State University for scheduling and cost support functions. The Washington State Department of Transportation also hires associate-level planners who build transferable controls experience. Earning an entry-level AACE certification and gaining Primavera P6 proficiency before applying gives candidates a concrete edge over those with only a degree.
Where can I find and apply to project controls manager jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to project controls manager jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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