Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Arizona
Project Controls Specialist jobs in Arizona are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in construction, defense, aerospace, semiconductor fabrication, and large-scale infrastructure development, with openings at every level from junior cost engineer through senior program controls manager. Phoenix, Tucson, and Tempe account for most of the hiring, anchored by employers like Raytheon Technologies, AECOM, and Intel, which maintain major Arizona operations. Scheduling, earned value management, and cost forecasting are the most sought-after specialties in Arizona listings right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Aegis provides all new employees with the training, opportunities, and tools to be the top project controls professionals in the industry. Experienced construction professionals contribute their unique experience and ideas to strengthen our organization. Employees new to the industry learn the “Aegis way” and earn the opportunity to become trusted senior staff.
With over two decades of experience solving the industry's toughest challenges, our regional offices throughout the United States and Europe enable our team members to work on projects anywhere in the world.
About the Role
General responsibilities include:
- Development, maintenance, and monitoring of construction CPM Schedules.
- Review project documents and specifications to develop baseline schedules that accurately include all required dates, activities, and milestones.
- Perform progress schedule updates to include comprehensive reporting and narratives.
- Review project schedules and provide recommendations based on execution goals.
- Perform critical path analyses, identify schedule-related problems, and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct site walks for progress validation and prepare monthly reporting packages for the project site team.
- Review the contractor’s progress and present it to management for decision-making.
- Develop metrics, KPIs, and benchmarks to support the program.
- Cost and resource management and reporting.
- Identification and evaluation of risk and impacts within project schedules.
- Communicate project status and challenges effectively.
- Meet with project teams, clients, owners, and various stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Three or more years of experience in project controls and CPM scheduling within the vertical construction industry.
- One or more years of experience in project controls for data centers.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction, project management, or a related field. This requirement may be waived with five or more years of direct, vertical construction industry experience.
- Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6.
- Ability to accurately interpret construction documents.
- Knowledge of construction means, methods, and sequences.
- Experience developing construction project schedules for data center projects.
- Cost and resource management and reporting,
- Familiarity with contractual clauses as they apply to planning and scheduling,
- Excellent oral and written communication skills,
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously,
- AACEI PSP or PMI-SP certification(s) preferred.
- This role requires being full-time on-site.
Benefits and Perks:
- Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) + employer match
- Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer-paid
- Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Life Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
- Wellness Program
- Squishy rhinos
- Team events
The pay range for this role is:
85,000 - 120,000 USD per year(Phoenix, AZ)
Aegis provides all new employees with the training, opportunities, and tools to be the top project controls professionals in the industry. Experienced construction professionals contribute their unique experience and ideas to strengthen our organization. Employees new to the industry learn the “Aegis way” and earn the opportunity to become trusted senior staff.
With over two decades of experience solving the industry's toughest challenges, our regional offices throughout the United States and Europe enable our team members to work on projects anywhere in the world.
About the Role
General responsibilities include:
- Development, maintenance, and monitoring of construction CPM Schedules.
- Review project documents and specifications to develop baseline schedules that accurately include all required dates, activities, and milestones.
- Perform progress schedule updates to include comprehensive reporting and narratives.
- Review project schedules and provide recommendations based on execution goals.
- Perform critical path analyses, identify schedule-related problems, and recommend corrective actions.
- Conduct site walks for progress validation and prepare monthly reporting packages for the project site team.
- Review the contractor’s progress and present it to management for decision-making.
- Develop metrics, KPIs, and benchmarks to support the program.
- Cost and resource management and reporting.
- Identification and evaluation of risk and impacts within project schedules.
- Communicate project status and challenges effectively.
- Meet with project teams, clients, owners, and various stakeholders.
Requirements:
- Three or more years of experience in project controls and CPM scheduling within the vertical construction industry.
- One or more years of experience in project controls for data centers.
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction, project management, or a related field. This requirement may be waived with five or more years of direct, vertical construction industry experience.
- Proficiency in Oracle Primavera P6.
- Ability to accurately interpret construction documents.
- Knowledge of construction means, methods, and sequences.
- Experience developing construction project schedules for data center projects.
- Cost and resource management and reporting,
- Familiarity with contractual clauses as they apply to planning and scheduling,
- Excellent oral and written communication skills,
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously,
- AACEI PSP or PMI-SP certification(s) preferred.
- This role requires being full-time on-site.
Benefits and Perks:
- Healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) + employer match
- Life and AD&D coverage 100% employer-paid
- Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
- Life Assistance Program
- Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
- Wellness Program
- Squishy rhinos
- Team events
The pay range for this role is:
85,000 - 120,000 USD per year(Phoenix, AZ)
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What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls specialist jobs across Arizona.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for schedule development and control
- Experience applying earned value management principles on capital or government projects
- Familiarity with cost forecasting, variance analysis, and project change management processes
- Working knowledge of construction contract documents, WBS structures, and project reporting
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or AACE certification preferred by Arizona employers
Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls specialist in Arizona?
Most Arizona employers hire project controls specialists with a bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field, though strong candidates also come from business or accounting backgrounds. Arizona does not issue a state-specific license for this role, so credentials like the AACE Certified Cost Professional or PMI's Planning and Scheduling Professional carry significant weight with local employers. Hands-on experience with Primavera P6 and earned value reporting is typically expected before the first interview.
How much do project controls specialists make in Arizona?
Project controls specialists in Arizona earn a median of about $99,050 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $62,050 for the lowest 10% to over $161,870 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project controls specialists in Arizona?
Employers hiring project controls specialists in Arizona right now include Freeport-McMoRan, Rosendin Electric, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Arizona's concentration of defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and large public infrastructure programs means demand tends to be steady year-round rather than seasonal.
Which Arizona cities have the most project controls specialist jobs?
Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa have the most project controls specialist openings in Arizona. Phoenix dominates because of its dense cluster of construction firms, defense and aerospace contractors, and semiconductor facilities, while Tucson is driven by Raytheon and University of Arizona-linked research and construction programs, and Tempe and the broader East Valley attract roles tied to Intel's ongoing fab expansions and regional infrastructure projects.
Are there remote project controls specialist jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're limited. Project controls work is heavily tied to active project sites, making fully remote roles uncommon compared to purely analytical fields. About 46% of project controls specialist openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the role's mix of on-site schedule reviews and office-based reporting. Cost engineering and document control functions are the sub-areas most likely to allow a hybrid or remote arrangement.
How can I get hired as a project controls specialist in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior cost engineer or project controls coordinator role, which large Arizona contractors and defense firms post specifically for candidates without direct experience. AECOM and Jacobs, both with substantial Arizona operations, run structured early-career programs that place graduates into controls support roles on active projects. A degree in construction management from Arizona State University or the University of Arizona combined with a completed Primavera P6 training course and even a single internship significantly improves competitiveness for these positions.
Where can I find and apply to project controls specialist jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to project controls specialist jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings from employers across construction, defense, infrastructure, and semiconductor sectors. Find roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to each one.
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