Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Illinois

Project Controls Specialist jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, North Chicago, and Plainfield and other Illinois metros, with employers like CB&I, Michels, and Burns & McDonnell hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9+
Top employerCB&I
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring5
Work type89% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Burns & McDonnell
Staff Project Controls Specialist
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Burns & McDonnell
Added 1mo ago
Staff Project Controls Specialist
Burns & McDonnell
Chicago, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$110k - $155k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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CB&I
Project Controls Specialist
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CB&I
Added 4mo ago
Project Controls Specialist
CB&I
Plainfield, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Project Management
$116k - $145k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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CB&I
Project Controls Specialist
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CB&I
Added 6mo ago
Project Controls Specialist
CB&I
Plainfield, Illinois
Project Management
$116k - $145k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Stantec
Program Controls Specialist
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Stantec
Added 3d ago
Program Controls Specialist
Stantec
Chicago, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Finance
Accounting
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
Program Management
Compliance & Risk
$100k - $166k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Michels
Document Control Specialist
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Michels
Added 1mo ago
Document Control Specialist
Michels
North Chicago, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$23 - $28/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Project Controls Specialist Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Chicago
3 jobs
North Chicago
2 jobs
Plainfield
2 jobs
Chicago Heights
1 jobs
Wheeling
1 jobs

Project Controls Specialist Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • CB&I
    CB&I2
  • Michels
    Michels2
  • Burns & McDonnell
    Burns & McDonnell1
  • Clorox Services Company
    Clorox Services Company1
  • Innophos
    Innophos1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate4
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Chemicals & Materials2
  • Energy2

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project controls specialist jobs across Illinois.

  • 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

Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How many project controls specialist jobs are there in Illinois?

There are 9+ project controls specialist openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, North Chicago, and Plainfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.

How much do project controls specialists make in Illinois?

Project controls specialists in Illinois earn a median of about $103,470 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,300 for the lowest 10% to over $163,910 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Illinois cities have the most project controls specialist jobs?

Chicago, North Chicago, and Plainfield have the most project controls specialist openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire project controls specialists in Illinois?

Employers hiring project controls specialists in Illinois include CB&I, Michels, and Burns & McDonnell, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote project controls specialist jobs in Illinois?

Yes. About 11% of project controls specialist openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.

How do I apply for project controls specialist jobs in Illinois?

You can apply to project controls specialist jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.

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