Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Texas
Project Controls Specialist jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in energy, petrochemical, heavy civil, and large-scale infrastructure sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level cost engineers through senior program controls leads. Houston anchors the market given its oil and gas and EPC footprint, while Dallas-Fort Worth and San Antonio support significant construction, defense, and public infrastructure hiring. Major employers with a lasting Texas presence include Bechtel, Fluor, and Zachry Group, with strong recurring demand for Earned Value Management, cost forecasting, and scheduling specialties. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Us:
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward
HVAC Controls Lead Project Specialist
At Johnson Controls, we bring together technology, expertise, and teamwork to help customers deliver safer, smarter, and more efficient buildings. In this role, you will lead the on-site execution of control systems projects, balancing technical delivery, customer satisfaction, and strong commercial results.
Role Overview
As the Controls Project Manager HVAC, you will act as the on-site project leader for assigned customers. You will plan, execute, and complete control systems projects from design and programming through installation coordination, commissioning, and closeout. This role also carries responsibility for project financial performance, customer communication, subcontractor coordination, and warranty execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead control systems projects on site and ensure work is completed to scope, schedule, quality, and financial objectives.
- Oversee hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout.
- Manage project costs, billings, collections, profitability goals, and cash flow.
- Actively pursue change orders and evaluate the impact of client bulletins, field directives, and scheduling changes.
- Coordinate communication with the customer throughout all phases of the project.
- Provide work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed.
- Manage material selection, ordering, vendor pricing, delivery schedules, and subcontractor billing.
- Coordinate panel and field device locations and ensure installation aligns with Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.
- Complete loading, device verification, commissioning, as-built documentation, and final system validation.
- Provide coaching and technical assistance to System Technicians, Electrical Installers, System Designers, and subcontractors.
- Deliver site-specific training to owners and operators and provide manuals and documentation for system operation.
- Support warranty execution and send warranty communication upon substantial completion.
- Maintain strong relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors while attending job progress meetings as required.
How You Will Do It
- You will own project outcomes by working safely, acting with integrity, and keeping commitments to customers and the business.
- You will stay close to the work, communicate clearly, and remove obstacles quickly so projects keep moving and customer needs are addressed.
- You will implement controls and software programming using established standards and provide clear technical information to customers and internal teams.
- You will look for ways to improve every day, using candor and practical problem-solving to resolve issues and strengthen project execution.
- You will manage procurement carefully, securing pricing and availability from vendors and subcontractors while protecting scope, cost, and schedule.
- You will coordinate commissioning thoroughly, resolve issues across disciplines, and verify that the system performs as designed before handover.
- You will win as one team by collaborating across functions, respecting diverse perspectives, and supporting subcontractors and colleagues toward the same goal.
- You will maintain accurate documentation, forecasts, and project status updates so management and customers have timely visibility.
Qualifications
- Technical associate degree with two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC industry.
- HVAC experience with mechanical systems and DDC.
- Relevant hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC controls systems.
- Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to perform work independently and manage on-site project activity with limited supervision.
- Strong understanding of control theory and HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.
Nice to Have
- Strong personal computer skills.
- Experience with project management tools such as MS Project or equivalent.
Why Join Us
We offer a competitive salary, paid vacation/holidays/sick time, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision care available day one. You will also have access to extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources, an encouraging and collaborative team environment, and a strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
If you are ready to lead impactful projects and help deliver reliable HVAC control solutions, we invite you to apply.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $70k-86k (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.
About Us:
Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward
HVAC Controls Lead Project Specialist
At Johnson Controls, we bring together technology, expertise, and teamwork to help customers deliver safer, smarter, and more efficient buildings. In this role, you will lead the on-site execution of control systems projects, balancing technical delivery, customer satisfaction, and strong commercial results.
Role Overview
As the Controls Project Manager HVAC, you will act as the on-site project leader for assigned customers. You will plan, execute, and complete control systems projects from design and programming through installation coordination, commissioning, and closeout. This role also carries responsibility for project financial performance, customer communication, subcontractor coordination, and warranty execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead control systems projects on site and ensure work is completed to scope, schedule, quality, and financial objectives.
- Oversee hardware design, system programming, installation coordination, system and network commissioning, and project closeout.
- Manage project costs, billings, collections, profitability goals, and cash flow.
- Actively pursue change orders and evaluate the impact of client bulletins, field directives, and scheduling changes.
- Coordinate communication with the customer throughout all phases of the project.
- Provide work direction to subcontractors, electrical installers, technicians, designers, and administrative support as needed.
- Manage material selection, ordering, vendor pricing, delivery schedules, and subcontractor billing.
- Coordinate panel and field device locations and ensure installation aligns with Johnson Controls literature and project requirements.
- Complete loading, device verification, commissioning, as-built documentation, and final system validation.
- Provide coaching and technical assistance to System Technicians, Electrical Installers, System Designers, and subcontractors.
- Deliver site-specific training to owners and operators and provide manuals and documentation for system operation.
- Support warranty execution and send warranty communication upon substantial completion.
- Maintain strong relationships with contractors, clients, consultants, and subcontractors while attending job progress meetings as required.
How You Will Do It
- You will own project outcomes by working safely, acting with integrity, and keeping commitments to customers and the business.
- You will stay close to the work, communicate clearly, and remove obstacles quickly so projects keep moving and customer needs are addressed.
- You will implement controls and software programming using established standards and provide clear technical information to customers and internal teams.
- You will look for ways to improve every day, using candor and practical problem-solving to resolve issues and strengthen project execution.
- You will manage procurement carefully, securing pricing and availability from vendors and subcontractors while protecting scope, cost, and schedule.
- You will coordinate commissioning thoroughly, resolve issues across disciplines, and verify that the system performs as designed before handover.
- You will win as one team by collaborating across functions, respecting diverse perspectives, and supporting subcontractors and colleagues toward the same goal.
- You will maintain accurate documentation, forecasts, and project status updates so management and customers have timely visibility.
Qualifications
- Technical associate degree with two years of field experience, or four years of equivalent related field experience in the HVAC industry.
- HVAC experience with mechanical systems and DDC.
- Relevant hands-on experience in systems design and commissioning of digital HVAC controls systems.
- Ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience.
- Ability to perform work independently and manage on-site project activity with limited supervision.
- Strong understanding of control theory and HVAC systems.
- Knowledge of project accounting, costing principles, and contracting.
Nice to Have
- Strong personal computer skills.
- Experience with project management tools such as MS Project or equivalent.
Why Join Us
We offer a competitive salary, paid vacation/holidays/sick time, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision care available day one. You will also have access to extensive product and on-the-job/cross-training opportunities with outstanding resources, an encouraging and collaborative team environment, and a strong commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy.
If you are ready to lead impactful projects and help deliver reliable HVAC control solutions, we invite you to apply.
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $70k-86k (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.) This role offers a competitive Bonus plan that will take into account individual, group, and corporate performance. This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflects the target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidates may bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe your background warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. To support an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions are ultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on the Johnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us.
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Project Controls Specialist Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Primoris Services Corporation11
- Tesla9
- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited8
- HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions8
- WSP7
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Construction & Real Estate
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
- Mining & Natural Resources
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project controls specialist jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a closely related technical field
- Proficiency in Primavera P6 and cost management software such as EcoSys or Prism
- Earned Value Management experience on capital or infrastructure projects
- PMI-SP or AACE International certification such as CCP, PSP, or CEP preferred
- Experience supporting EPC or owner-operator projects in energy or heavy industrial environments
- Strong reporting skills with ability to communicate schedule and cost status to project leadership
Project Controls Specialist Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project controls specialist in Texas?
Most project controls specialists in Texas start with a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a quantitative field, then build experience on capital projects in the energy or infrastructure sectors. Texas does not require a state license for this role, but AACE International certifications like the CCP or PSP are widely recognized by Texas employers as a benchmark of professional competency. Gaining hands-on exposure to scheduling software and cost reporting early in your career accelerates advancement.
How much do project controls specialists make in Texas?
Project controls specialists in Texas earn a median of about $98,440 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $57,460 for the lowest 10% to over $162,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire project controls specialists in Texas?
Employers hiring project controls specialists in Texas right now include Primoris Services Corporation, Tesla, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Texas's concentration of large EPC firms, energy operators, and public infrastructure agencies means consistent demand across multiple employer types throughout the year.
Which Texas cities have the most project controls specialist jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas have the most project controls specialist openings in Texas. Houston drives the largest share of demand due to its dense cluster of EPC contractors and oil and gas operators, while Dallas-Fort Worth supports strong hiring in commercial construction, defense, and public transit infrastructure, and San Antonio draws from ongoing military facility and highway projects.
Are there remote project controls specialist jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're limited, since the role frequently requires on-site presence to monitor schedule progress, verify quantities, and coordinate directly with field teams. About 54% of project controls specialist openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to concentrate in cost reporting, forecasting, and program-level analysis functions that can be done from a home office.
How can I get hired as a project controls specialist in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a cost engineer, project coordinator, or scheduler assistant role at a large Texas EPC firm or energy operator, where structured on-the-job training is common. Companies like Fluor and Zachry Group periodically run new-graduate programs that rotate candidates through controls, estimating, and scheduling functions. Earning an AACE Student Member credential or completing a Primavera P6 course before applying gives candidates a measurable edge over applicants with no controls-specific training.
Where can I find and apply to project controls specialist jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to project controls specialist jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each one.
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