Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Michigan
Project Controls Specialist jobs in Michigan are consistently active, with demand concentrated in automotive manufacturing, large-scale infrastructure, defense contracting, and industrial construction from entry-level coordinators through senior program controls leads. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor are the primary hiring metros, home to established employers like General Motors, Ford Motor Company, and AECOM, all of which maintain ongoing project controls functions in the state. The most in-demand specialties are earned value management, schedule analysis using Primavera P6, and cost forecasting tied to capital project delivery. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Fort Knox, Kentucky
- Richmond, Kentucky
Title:
BGAD: Senior Project Controls Engineer (Contingency )Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!
Program Summary
KBR’s Chemical Plant & Munitions program supports critical national defense and government missions through the execution of complex manufacturing, construction, and commissioning efforts, into manufacturing operations. The program operates in highly regulated environments and requires close coordination between customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver safe, compliant, and high‑quality outcomes across the program lifecycle.
Job Summary
The Senior Project Controls Engineer serves as a key member of the project management team, providing leadership in cost control, scheduling, forecasting, performance measurement, and project reporting for the construction of the new Blue Grass Army Depot Energetics Center of Excellence explosives manufacturing facility. This position integrates technical, financial, and operational data to support informed decision-making and successful project delivery. The role works closely with program management, engineering, construction, procurement, and operations teams to ensure program objectives are achieved safely, compliantly, and efficiently.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics across manufacturing, construction, commissioning, and operational activities.
- Establish and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project baselines, control accounts, and progress measurement systems to support effective program execution.
- Perform cost control activities including budget development, variance analysis, estimate-at-completion (EAC) updates, and forecast assessments.
- Collect, validate, and integrate schedule, cost, earned value, and performance data from multiple stakeholders to provide actionable program insights.
- Monitor project performance against approved baselines and identify risks, trends, opportunities, and corrective actions.
- Support change management activities by evaluating scope modifications, schedule impacts, and cost impacts throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and deliver program performance reports, dashboards, and presentations for project leadership, customers, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure accurate project controls data and reporting.
- Support audits, compliance reviews, and contractual reporting requirements within regulated government and industrial environments.
- Other duties as assigned in support of mission and business requirements.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Finance, or closely related field.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in lead project controls, cost engineering, scheduling, or program controls role on large scale new construction contracts for the U.S. government.
- Experience developing and maintaining integrated project schedules and cost forecasts for complex projects or programs.
- Experience utilizing Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or comparable project scheduling software.
- Experience performing cost analysis, forecasting, variance reporting, and baseline management.
- Experience supporting large industrial, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, energy, or government programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting chemical processing, munitions, defense, manufacturing, or highly regulated industrial environments.
- Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience on government or large-scale commercial programs.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, PSP, EVP, CCP, or related credentials.
- Experience supporting project execution through commissioning, startup, and transition-to-operations phases.
- Experience leading project controls initiatives across multidisciplinary teams.
- Travel may be required to support manufacturing sites, suppliers, and customers.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
- Fort Knox, Kentucky
- Richmond, Kentucky
Title:
BGAD: Senior Project Controls Engineer (Contingency )Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!
Program Summary
KBR’s Chemical Plant & Munitions program supports critical national defense and government missions through the execution of complex manufacturing, construction, and commissioning efforts, into manufacturing operations. The program operates in highly regulated environments and requires close coordination between customers, suppliers, and internal teams to deliver safe, compliant, and high‑quality outcomes across the program lifecycle.
Job Summary
The Senior Project Controls Engineer serves as a key member of the project management team, providing leadership in cost control, scheduling, forecasting, performance measurement, and project reporting for the construction of the new Blue Grass Army Depot Energetics Center of Excellence explosives manufacturing facility. This position integrates technical, financial, and operational data to support informed decision-making and successful project delivery. The role works closely with program management, engineering, construction, procurement, and operations teams to ensure program objectives are achieved safely, compliantly, and efficiently.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and analyze integrated project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics across manufacturing, construction, commissioning, and operational activities.
- Establish and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), project baselines, control accounts, and progress measurement systems to support effective program execution.
- Perform cost control activities including budget development, variance analysis, estimate-at-completion (EAC) updates, and forecast assessments.
- Collect, validate, and integrate schedule, cost, earned value, and performance data from multiple stakeholders to provide actionable program insights.
- Monitor project performance against approved baselines and identify risks, trends, opportunities, and corrective actions.
- Support change management activities by evaluating scope modifications, schedule impacts, and cost impacts throughout the project lifecycle.
- Prepare and deliver program performance reports, dashboards, and presentations for project leadership, customers, and other stakeholders.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure accurate project controls data and reporting.
- Support audits, compliance reviews, and contractual reporting requirements within regulated government and industrial environments.
- Other duties as assigned in support of mission and business requirements.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Finance, or closely related field.
- Minimum 7+ years of experience in lead project controls, cost engineering, scheduling, or program controls role on large scale new construction contracts for the U.S. government.
- Experience developing and maintaining integrated project schedules and cost forecasts for complex projects or programs.
- Experience utilizing Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or comparable project scheduling software.
- Experience performing cost analysis, forecasting, variance reporting, and baseline management.
- Experience supporting large industrial, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure, energy, or government programs.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting chemical processing, munitions, defense, manufacturing, or highly regulated industrial environments.
- Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience on government or large-scale commercial programs.
- Professional certifications such as PMP, PSP, EVP, CCP, or related credentials.
- Experience supporting project execution through commissioning, startup, and transition-to-operations phases.
- Experience leading project controls initiatives across multidisciplinary teams.
- Travel may be required to support manufacturing sites, suppliers, and customers.
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Project Controls Specialist Job Market in Michigan
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls specialist jobs across Michigan.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for schedule development and maintenance
- Experience with earned value management and cost performance reporting on capital projects
- Familiarity with automotive or infrastructure project environments common to Michigan
- Strong skills in cost forecasting, variance analysis, and project baseline control
- PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or PMI-SP certification preferred by many Michigan employers
Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls specialist in Michigan?
Most project controls specialists in Michigan enter the field with a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical discipline, then build toward certifications like the PMI Planning and Scheduling Professional or the AACE International Certified Cost Technician. Michigan does not require a state-issued license for this role, but candidates who demonstrate proficiency in Primavera P6 and earned value methodology move fastest through the hiring process at automotive and infrastructure firms.
How much do project controls specialists make in Michigan?
Project controls specialists in Michigan earn a median of about $100,970 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,980 for the lowest 10% to over $154,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project controls specialists in Michigan?
Employers hiring project controls specialists in Michigan right now include HDR, KBR, and Daifuku, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Michigan's deep automotive and defense manufacturing base means many of the largest openings come from OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and large engineering and construction firms supporting capital expansion programs across the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most project controls specialist jobs?
Ann Arbor, Grand Rapids, and Novi consistently have the most project controls specialist openings in Michigan. Detroit dominates because of its concentration of automotive OEMs, defense contractors, and major infrastructure programs, while Grand Rapids draws openings from manufacturing and construction firms expanding in West Michigan, and Ann Arbor attracts roles tied to university research facilities and technology-driven engineering organizations.
Are there remote project controls specialist jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many project controls roles require on-site collaboration with project teams, document control systems, and field verification. About 0% of project controls specialist openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The tasks most likely to allow remote work are schedule reporting, earned value analysis, and cost forecasting functions that rely on data systems rather than physical site access.
How can I get hired as a project controls specialist in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior scheduler or project coordinator role, which large Michigan employers like General Motors, Ford, and major engineering firms such as AECOM and Jacobs regularly post as stepping stones into full project controls work. Candidates coming from construction management, engineering, or finance backgrounds have a clear lateral route in. Completing an AACE Student membership program, earning a Primavera P6 user certification, or completing a PMI student chapter course at a Michigan university like Michigan State or the University of Michigan strengthens any entry-level application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to project controls specialist jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to project controls specialist jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and location preference, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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