Entry Level Project Controls Specialist Jobs
New grad project controls specialist jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to their first professional role, where internship work or a strong portfolio of scheduling and cost-tracking projects can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, with employers like Michels, BlackRock Resources, and ENTRUST Solutions hiring at this level now.
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DESCRIPTION
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.
Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
THE PROJECT
Serves as the single point of accountability for the entire Owner’s Representative engagement for a global pharmaceutical client, directing all workstream leads, governing scope and schedule, managing the client relationship, and owning overall delivery outcome.
YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
- Manages PMO and Project Controls performance on their assigned commissions.
- Creates and designs effective implementation of PMO and Project Controls framework/strategy on assigned commissions.
- Manages and directs Clients, consultants, contractors, project team on assigned commissions on all PMO and Project Controls matters.
- Partners with clients to meet expectations and build strong professional relationships.
- Provides expert advice to the Project team in the administration of the PMO and Project Controls process, with focus on cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting, to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.
- Facilitates and drives periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.
- Accountable for developing and managing Baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring.
- Contributes to the development of Quantitively Analysis (cost and time).
- Works alongside the PMO Director and/or Project Manager to recognise actions, recognise opportunities and mitigate risks and issues.
- Coordinates activities/operations to ensure they are carried out in line with Mace Control Centre, Client requirements and prevailing legislation.
- Responsible for line management a team of PMO and Project Controls team members to deliver on assigned commissions.
- Provides comprehensive technical expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of team members of the PMO and Project Controls team.
- Manages the integration of Project Controls with PMO and Planning disciplines.
- Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE
- Proven experience in PMO and Project Controls leadership on complex construction projects.
- Experience setting up effective PMO and Project Controls services, including audit and assurance frameworks and strategies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of risk tools, techniques, and software (e.g., MS Office, Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6, RiskHive).
- Ability to manage activities with significant uncertainty in outcomes or solutions.
- Strong domain expertise in PMO and Project Controls within sectors such as rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, or healthcare.
- Experience supporting the delivery of PMO and Project Controls services within the construction sector and/or management consultancy (or equivalent).
- Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- APM Planning and Project Controls (PPC) Foundation and Practitioner certification (or equivalent).
- Progress towards Chartered status (or equivalent) and/or membership with a relevant professional institution (e.g., Association for Project Management).
OUR VALUES
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
DESCRIPTION
At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.
Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.
THE PROJECT
Serves as the single point of accountability for the entire Owner’s Representative engagement for a global pharmaceutical client, directing all workstream leads, governing scope and schedule, managing the client relationship, and owning overall delivery outcome.
YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:
- Manages PMO and Project Controls performance on their assigned commissions.
- Creates and designs effective implementation of PMO and Project Controls framework/strategy on assigned commissions.
- Manages and directs Clients, consultants, contractors, project team on assigned commissions on all PMO and Project Controls matters.
- Partners with clients to meet expectations and build strong professional relationships.
- Provides expert advice to the Project team in the administration of the PMO and Project Controls process, with focus on cost, schedule, change, risk and reporting, to achieve key objectives and the escalation of performance and management issues.
- Facilitates and drives periodic reporting and structured governance and performance meetings.
- Accountable for developing and managing Baseline (scope, time, cost, risk, assumptions) and subsequent delivery performance, change and contingency monitoring.
- Contributes to the development of Quantitively Analysis (cost and time).
- Works alongside the PMO Director and/or Project Manager to recognise actions, recognise opportunities and mitigate risks and issues.
- Coordinates activities/operations to ensure they are carried out in line with Mace Control Centre, Client requirements and prevailing legislation.
- Responsible for line management a team of PMO and Project Controls team members to deliver on assigned commissions.
- Provides comprehensive technical expertise to mentor and assist the personal and career development of team members of the PMO and Project Controls team.
- Manages the integration of Project Controls with PMO and Planning disciplines.
- Works collaboratively towards the common goal of net zero carbon transition, and share responsibility for the proactive identification and management of the associated carbon emissions and reductions during the delivery of work.
YOU’LL NEED TO HAVE
- Proven experience in PMO and Project Controls leadership on complex construction projects.
- Experience setting up effective PMO and Project Controls services, including audit and assurance frameworks and strategies.
- Comprehensive knowledge of risk tools, techniques, and software (e.g., MS Office, Power BI, Aconex, Primavera P6, RiskHive).
- Ability to manage activities with significant uncertainty in outcomes or solutions.
- Strong domain expertise in PMO and Project Controls within sectors such as rail, highways, nuclear, public sector, or healthcare.
- Experience supporting the delivery of PMO and Project Controls services within the construction sector and/or management consultancy (or equivalent).
- Degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- APM Planning and Project Controls (PPC) Foundation and Practitioner certification (or equivalent).
- Progress towards Chartered status (or equivalent) and/or membership with a relevant professional institution (e.g., Association for Project Management).
OUR VALUES
Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.
Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.
Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.
Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.
Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organization.
We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.
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Entry Level Project Controls Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level project controls specialist job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with scheduling software such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project, and a working understanding of earned value concepts. Internship experience on a construction, engineering, or infrastructure project gives you a concrete edge. If you lack internships, a capstone project or coursework in cost engineering, planning, or project management is a strong substitute that hiring managers actively consider.
Which companies hire entry level project controls specialists?
Companies hiring entry level project controls specialists right now include Michels, BlackRock Resources, and ENTRUST Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide mix of general contractors, engineering and construction management firms, energy companies, and large infrastructure program owners that run structured new-hire or rotational programs.
Are there remote entry level project controls specialist jobs?
Yes, though the majority of entry level roles in this field are on-site or hybrid given the project-facing nature of the work. About 18% of entry level project controls specialist openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, concentrated mainly in program support, data reporting, and scheduling analyst functions where the core deliverables are document-based rather than field-dependent.
Are these new grad project controls specialist jobs?
Yes. The listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior project controls specialist roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, lists internships or academic projects as acceptable background, or specifically mentions training programs. Looking for these signals in the job description helps recent graduates quickly identify where they are competitive.
Which industries hire the most entry level project controls specialists?
Entry Level project controls specialist roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they run large, multi-phase capital projects that require dedicated cost and schedule support from the earliest stages, creating consistent demand for junior candidates who can grow into the role over time.