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Project controls engineer roles in California are concentrated in aerospace, defense, and large-scale infrastructure, with major employers including Bechtel, Jacobs Engineering, and Parsons Corporation operating significant project hubs across Los Angeles, Sacramento, and the Bay Area. Several of these firms have established visa sponsorship histories for qualified international candidates.
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Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
This position is responsible for supporting the development, maintenance, training and implementation of corporate planning and scheduling systems across the company. The role ensures compliance with project specifications and promotes continuous improvement of company standard practices.
Essential Job Accountabilities
- Oversee planning and scheduling functions, including policy, process, and procedures, to meet overall operational needs and company objectives
- Partner with project stakeholders to develop an approved baseline schedule that aligns with proposed sequencing and short-interval schedules, ensuring contractual requirements are met
- Create high-quality CPM schedules with resource and cost loads to generate necessary reports for addressing questions on the planned project approach
- Prepare detailed schedule narratives for all formal submissions to accurately convey the company's position to the client
- Integrate multiple planning and scheduling software and methodologies into a cohesive plan to streamline project execution
- Update CPM schedules to reflect requirements, identified challenges, and their implications on proposed sequencing, ensuring successful project completion
- Review and understand project-specific scheduling specifications and plans, providing guidance on contractual language to the project team to mitigate risks
- Prepare weekly prospective schedule TIA’s, updates, and reconciliation schedules, ensuring monthly submissions are compliant with contractual obligations
- Support the development of companywide planning and scheduling guidance, processes, and procedures to enhance corporate, regional, and project-level planning and scheduling capacity
- Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, leveraging a strong understanding of heavy civil construction methodology and sequencing to facilitate planning
Education
Bachelor’s degree required in engineering, construction management, project management, or comparable discipline
Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree
AACEI PSP, PMI-SP or other professional planning and scheduling certification preferred
Work Experience
- 10+ years of full-time construction-related experience in project level planning and scheduling
- Minimum 75% career experience as a schedular for large heavy civil projects with a general contractor
- Experience in performing, monitoring, reviewing, and planning scheduling functions, including schedule development, controls, and analysis
- Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, and providing innovative solutions to planning and scheduling problems
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of planning and scheduling for heavy civil projects, including means and methods
- Mastery of Primavera P6, Powerproject, or Tilos, and ability to learn and teach various scheduling software
- Comprehension of CPM and PDM methodology, including network diagramming, WBS, task creation, and report preparation
- Familiarity with AACEI and PMI standards; knowledge of Linear, 4D, Lean, and TOC methodologies is a plus
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office, including Excel for schedule data analysis
- Proven experience with cost and schedule databases
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Effective communication skills in English, both orally and in writing, with experience in developing and presenting training
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills
- Comply, understand, and support company safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
- Ability and willingness to abide by company code of conduct and company policies
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time
- Ability to travel, 30–40%
- Short term on-site project assignments as necessary
Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$124,119.00 - $186,178.00
Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...
Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.
General Summary
This position is responsible for supporting the development, maintenance, training and implementation of corporate planning and scheduling systems across the company. The role ensures compliance with project specifications and promotes continuous improvement of company standard practices.
Essential Job Accountabilities
- Oversee planning and scheduling functions, including policy, process, and procedures, to meet overall operational needs and company objectives
- Partner with project stakeholders to develop an approved baseline schedule that aligns with proposed sequencing and short-interval schedules, ensuring contractual requirements are met
- Create high-quality CPM schedules with resource and cost loads to generate necessary reports for addressing questions on the planned project approach
- Prepare detailed schedule narratives for all formal submissions to accurately convey the company's position to the client
- Integrate multiple planning and scheduling software and methodologies into a cohesive plan to streamline project execution
- Update CPM schedules to reflect requirements, identified challenges, and their implications on proposed sequencing, ensuring successful project completion
- Review and understand project-specific scheduling specifications and plans, providing guidance on contractual language to the project team to mitigate risks
- Prepare weekly prospective schedule TIA’s, updates, and reconciliation schedules, ensuring monthly submissions are compliant with contractual obligations
- Support the development of companywide planning and scheduling guidance, processes, and procedures to enhance corporate, regional, and project-level planning and scheduling capacity
- Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, leveraging a strong understanding of heavy civil construction methodology and sequencing to facilitate planning
Education
Bachelor’s degree required in engineering, construction management, project management, or comparable discipline
Equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree
AACEI PSP, PMI-SP or other professional planning and scheduling certification preferred
Work Experience
- 10+ years of full-time construction-related experience in project level planning and scheduling
- Minimum 75% career experience as a schedular for large heavy civil projects with a general contractor
- Experience in performing, monitoring, reviewing, and planning scheduling functions, including schedule development, controls, and analysis
- Demonstrated skill in identifying, analyzing, and providing innovative solutions to planning and scheduling problems
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Thorough knowledge of planning and scheduling for heavy civil projects, including means and methods
- Mastery of Primavera P6, Powerproject, or Tilos, and ability to learn and teach various scheduling software
- Comprehension of CPM and PDM methodology, including network diagramming, WBS, task creation, and report preparation
- Familiarity with AACEI and PMI standards; knowledge of Linear, 4D, Lean, and TOC methodologies is a plus
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office, including Excel for schedule data analysis
- Proven experience with cost and schedule databases
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
- Effective communication skills in English, both orally and in writing, with experience in developing and presenting training
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills
- Comply, understand, and support company safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment
- Ability and willingness to abide by company code of conduct and company policies
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods of time
- Ability to travel, 30–40%
- Short term on-site project assignments as necessary
Our Benefits at a Glance:
Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.
Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.
Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.
Base Salary Range:
$124,119.00 - $186,178.00
Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.
About Granite Construction Incorporated
Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.
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Which companies sponsor visas for project controls engineers in California?
Large engineering and construction firms with a California presence are the most active sponsors for project controls engineers. Bechtel, Jacobs Engineering, Parsons Corporation, AECOM, and Fluor have all filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for project controls and scheduling roles. Defense contractors such as Northrop Grumman and Raytheon also hire project controls professionals in Southern California and have sponsorship track records, particularly for candidates with relevant degrees and prior project experience.
Which visa types are most common for project controls engineer roles in California?
The H-1B is the most commonly used visa for project controls engineers in California, as the role typically qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Candidates from Australia may qualify for the E-3 visa, while Canadian and Mexican nationals can explore the TN visa under the engineer category. L-1 transfers are possible for candidates already employed by a multinational firm with a California office.
Which cities in California have the most project controls engineer sponsorship jobs?
Los Angeles is the largest market, driven by infrastructure megaprojects, aerospace, and defense contracting in the greater LA basin. Sacramento sees demand tied to state transportation and water infrastructure programs. The San Francisco Bay Area attracts project controls talent for technology campus construction and transit expansion projects like BART extensions. San Diego has a steady pipeline through defense and biotech facility construction, with firms like Jacobs and AECOM maintaining offices there.
How to find project controls engineer visa sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles where employers have indicated visa sponsorship availability, making it easier to identify project controls engineer openings in California without sorting through positions that exclude international candidates. On Migrate Mate, you can narrow results by state and role to surface active opportunities at engineering firms, construction companies, and defense contractors across Los Angeles, Sacramento, the Bay Area, and San Diego.
Are there any California-specific considerations for project controls engineers seeking visa sponsorship?
California's prevailing wage requirements under Department of Labor rules tend to be higher than national averages, particularly in the Bay Area and Los Angeles metro, which can affect how employers structure H-1B filings. The state's concentration of publicly funded infrastructure projects means many roles are tied to firms that must comply with federal and state labor standards. Candidates with degrees from California universities such as UC Berkeley or Cal Poly have sometimes built connections to local engineering employers through internship pipelines, though sponsorship decisions remain employer-specific.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project controls engineer jobs in California?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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