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Remote controls manager jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams, with demand concentrated in manufacturing automation, energy, and industrial technology. Employers hiring remotely right now include Hubbell, Eaton, and Jabil. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor).
The Project Controls Manager - Scheduling is responsible for leading the implementation, standardization, and continuous improvement of project controls and scheduling practices across MasTec Industrial operating group. This role provides oversight, training, and governance of scheduling processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and effective project performance management across MasTec Industrial.
Responsibilities:
- Effectively communicate and coordinate all baseline development steps, reviews and pull planning sessions to all stakeholders internally and externally
- Provide management and training schedulers on scheduling and planning functions, processes, tools, procedures and best practices
- Provide guidance to project management on schedule analysis, project controls analysis, trends, performance, schedule forecasting, Time Impact Analysis, and scheduling claims
- Coordinate resources and participants engaged in scheduling activities
- Compile, review and analyze scheduling related data and interface with upper management and project teams to provide innovative solutions to scheduling performance
- Lead project reviews on schedule performance, planning, change management, progressing, and proactive reporting
- Develop schedule practices and procedures as directed
- Assist/train project management in use of scheduling/control tools
- Works independently on complex assignments
- Completes performance reviews and provides personnel development for all schedulers or assigned employees
- Other duties as assigned
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience
- Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) certification and/or Project Scheduling Professional (PSPPMI-SP) certification preferred
- 8+ years of related experience in planning & scheduling on engineering and/or construction projects
- 2+ years of leading scheduling groups
- Take care of your own and others’ health and safety and of those who may be affected by the day-to-day delivery of this role by taking personal responsibility for working toward Wanzek’s Zero Injury principles
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Organizational skills and ability to manage simultaneous tasks/assignments
- Exceptional team building skills and ability to collaborate with groups throughout the company
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Ability to appreciate and respectfully debate different points of view and opinions
- Influential and persuasive through communicating value from proposed changes
- Solutions oriented
- Strong belief in continuous improvement
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to comprehend complex assignments
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical work in varying temperatures and outside conditions.
- May need to maintain physical strength and stamina; Use arms, hands, and legs fully; Push, pull, and frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and stoop, kneel, balance, crouch, crawl, and climb to perform job tasks.
- Stamina to perform this task repetitively and continuously for several hour intervals.
- Uncontrolled environmental conditions: Constant change in weather and site conditions.
- This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to- safety toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, hardhat, vest, etc.).
- Move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
- May need to work at heights and must be able to abide by all safety and fall-protection requirements; must be able to wear and utilize all safety equipment required for work at heights.
- Evaluate information based on measurable standards; and see details in objects or drawings and recognize slight differences in shapes and shadings.
- Visualize objects in three dimensions from drawings.
- Keep good balance and work at heights.
- See well (either naturally or with correction).
- Hear well (either naturally or with correction.)
- Coordinate the use of eyes, hands, and feet.
Financial Wellbeing
- Compensation $190,000 - $200,000 / year, commensurate with experience.
- Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase
- 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
- Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance
- Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
- Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment
- Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage
- Emergency Travel Assistance Program
- Group legal plan
Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact ceicareers@mastec.com. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information.
MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Disclaimer: MasTec and our Subsidiaries will never ask prospective employees for any form of payment or money transfer as part of job application or onboarding. We do not ask prospective employees for information about credit cards or personal passwords, and it does not require applicants to purchase equipment or software. Ensure that all recruiter email addresses end in @mastec.com or @talent.icims.com. If you suspect you are the target of a scam, we advise you to contact your local law enforcement agency and report fraud at https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.
MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure and our subsidiaries do not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team. #LI-RM1
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Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Energy
- Renewable Energy
- Technology & Software
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote controls manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field
- Hands-on experience with PLC programming using Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent platforms
- Proficiency in SCADA and HMI design, configuration, and troubleshooting
- Experience managing controls projects from specification through commissioning and startup
- Familiarity with industry standards such as ISA-18.2 alarm management and IEC 61511 functional safety
- ISA Certified Control Systems Technician or Certified Automation Professional credential preferred
Tips for Your Remote Controls Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote controls manager openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search the current roles, find the ones that match your control systems background and remote experience, and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Document your async communication style
Remote controls managers coordinate with engineering teams, vendors, and operations staff entirely in writing. Show employers you can write clear technical updates, change logs, and issue reports by including examples of documentation you've authored in previous roles.
Highlight remote-ready technical tooling
Remote hiring managers want to see that you've worked with remote access platforms, virtual commissioning software, and collaborative PLC or SCADA environments. Name the specific tools you've used rather than listing generic automation skills.
Prepare for asynchronous technical interviews
Many remote controls manager interviews include a written technical screen or take-home scenario before any video call. Practice walking through control logic decisions and troubleshooting approaches in writing so your reasoning is clear without real-time back-and-forth.
Remote Controls Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote controls manager job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams or remote-first cultures, since they're built to support controls managers who work independently across time zones. Remote employers screen heavily for self-direction, strong written communication, and proficiency with remote collaboration and documentation tools. Demonstrating experience with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and async project handoffs in your application gives you a clear edge over candidates with no remote work history.
Which companies hire remote controls managers?
Employers currently hiring remote controls managers include Hubbell, Eaton, and Jabil, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote controls manager roles are most common at automation-focused firms, distributed industrial technology companies, and energy sector organizations that coordinate engineering teams across multiple facilities.
Can you get a remote controls manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level controls roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and make decisions independently from day one. Smaller automation firms and remote-first industrial startups are more likely to hire junior candidates. Showing hands-on PLC or SCADA project work, even from coursework or personal projects, and demonstrating comfort with async communication opens the door.
Do you need a degree for remote controls manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers prioritize demonstrated skills in PLC programming, control system design, and SCADA over a specific degree, especially for candidates with strong portfolios or verifiable project results. A degree in electrical engineering or a related field still strengthens your application, but documented hands-on experience managing control systems remotely can carry comparable weight.
Which industries hire the most remote controls managers?
Remote controls manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Energy, and Renewable Energy, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire controls managers remotely because their engineering teams are distributed across multiple facilities, requiring centralized oversight that doesn't depend on being on-site.
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