Project Controls Specialist Jobs
Project Controls Specialist jobs are open across construction, oil and gas, infrastructure, defense, and engineering sectors, from entry-level scheduler to senior program controls manager, with specializations in cost engineering, earned value management, and schedule analysis. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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ROLE: PPM Scheduler/Project Scheduler/Construction Scheduler/Project Controls Analyst
Location: Long Island City
Duration: Indefinite
Pay Rate: 41.84 - 55/hour
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Develop and maintain design and construction schedules for construction projects using Primavera P6 and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
- Analyze schedules, identify risks, and collaborate with engineers, construction managers, and teams to resolve issues.
- Maintain accurate project data in PPM and the Project Tracking System (PTS), including phases, status, and turnover information.
- Prepare schedule reports, weekly Workload Reports, and ad hoc analyses; support project reviews and follow-up activities.
- Support Capital Improvement Projects through RFC, Bid & Award, Construction, and Closeout.
- Require 3+ years of scheduling/business administration experience in design and/or construction and a bachelor’s degree in business, construction management, or a related field.
- Require hands-on Primavera P6 expertise, Excel Pivot Table proficiency, WBS proficiency, strong analytical and communication skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
ROLE: PPM Scheduler/Project Scheduler/Construction Scheduler/Project Controls Analyst
Location: Long Island City
Duration: Indefinite
Pay Rate: 41.84 - 55/hour
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Develop and maintain design and construction schedules for construction projects using Primavera P6 and Work Breakdown Structures (WBS).
- Analyze schedules, identify risks, and collaborate with engineers, construction managers, and teams to resolve issues.
- Maintain accurate project data in PPM and the Project Tracking System (PTS), including phases, status, and turnover information.
- Prepare schedule reports, weekly Workload Reports, and ad hoc analyses; support project reviews and follow-up activities.
- Support Capital Improvement Projects through RFC, Bid & Award, Construction, and Closeout.
- Require 3+ years of scheduling/business administration experience in design and/or construction and a bachelor’s degree in business, construction management, or a related field.
- Require hands-on Primavera P6 expertise, Excel Pivot Table proficiency, WBS proficiency, strong analytical and communication skills, and exceptional attention to detail.
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Who's Hiring
- Burns & McDonnell35
- Aegis Project Controls33
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited27
- Cushman & Wakefield25
- WSP17
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services53
- Construction & Real Estate35
- Technology & Software12
- Manufacturing7
- Energy5
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls specialist jobs.
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 or an equivalent enterprise scheduling platform
- Experience developing and maintaining integrated cost and schedule baselines
- Earned value management knowledge including CPI, SPI, and variance analysis
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field
- AACE, PMI-SP, or equivalent project controls certification preferred or required
- Familiarity with change management processes and contract control documentation
Tips for Your Project Controls Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each contract type
Owners, EPC firms, and construction managers each look for different project controls experience. Highlight capital project work for owner-side roles and subcontract management for EPC positions so your resume speaks directly to what each employer is managing.
Certify before applying to federal or defense roles
Many federal and defense project controls openings filter out applicants without an AACE CCP, PSP, or PMI-SP credential. If you hold any of these, put them prominently in your resume header and repeat them in the skills section so they clear automated screening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists project controls specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Name every scheduling tool you have used
Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Deltek Acumen, and Cobra each appear in different employer requirements. List the tools you know by their exact product name, including version experience where relevant, so keyword filters surface your application for the right openings.
Prepare a concrete cost or schedule recovery example
Interviewers routinely ask for a specific situation where you identified a variance and corrected it. Have one earned value or schedule compression example ready with the scope, what you found, the action you took, and the outcome, all in plain numbers.
Negotiate using role scope, not just title
Project controls offers vary widely based on whether you own cost, schedule, or both, and whether the role covers one project or a portfolio. Clarify the full scope before discussing compensation so you negotiate from the right baseline.
Project Controls Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most project controls specialists?
The companies hiring the most project controls specialists right now include Burns & McDonnell, Aegis Project Controls, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is highest on large capital programs in energy, infrastructure, and defense.
How many project controls specialist jobs are remote?
About 51% of project controls specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most on-site requirements tied to active construction or industrial sites. Cost analyst and reporting-focused roles are most likely to allow remote arrangements, while scheduler positions supporting active field crews typically require on-site presence.
How do you become a project controls specialist?
Start with a degree in engineering, construction management, or a quantitative field, then gain entry-level exposure through a scheduler, cost analyst, or project engineer role. Build hands-on experience with Primavera P6 and earned value methods on real capital projects. Pursue an AACE or PMI credential once you have direct project controls responsibilities, since certifications accelerate movement into mid-level and senior roles.
Can you get a project controls specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level project controls roles exist under titles like project controls analyst, junior scheduler, or cost control assistant. Employers hiring at the junior level prioritize proficiency in scheduling software and basic cost tracking over years of experience. Internships on capital projects, coursework in construction management, and any hands-on work with Primavera or MS Project strengthen an entry-level application significantly.
What does the project controls specialist interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screen with a recruiter or HR contact, followed by a technical interview with a project controls manager or lead engineer covering scheduling methodology, earned value concepts, and tool proficiency. A final round often includes a case study or scenario question asking you to diagnose a schedule or cost variance. References from past project managers are frequently checked before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to project controls specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to project controls specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to each one. No redirects or third-party forms are involved, so your application goes straight to the posting.
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