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How much do manager project controls jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager project controls in the United States is $116,307.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager Project Controls, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager Project Controls, you need expertise in project management, cost control, scheduling, and risk analysis, typically supported by a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and earned value management (EVM) systems, as well as certifications such as PMP or CCP, is highly valued. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for coordinating teams and stakeholders. These skills and qualifications ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, while maintaining quality and mitigating risks.

What are some common challenges faced by a Manager Project Controls, and how can they be effectively managed?

Manager Project Controls often encounter challenges such as maintaining accurate project schedules, managing cost overruns, and ensuring timely communication across diverse project teams. Balancing competing priorities and adapting to changing project scopes also require strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Effective management involves implementing robust project control systems, fostering open communication with stakeholders, and regularly reviewing project metrics to identify and address potential issues early. Building strong relationships with project managers, engineers, and finance teams is crucial for aligning project objectives and ensuring project success.

What are Manager Project Controls?

A Manager Project Controls is a professional responsible for overseeing the planning, scheduling, cost estimating, risk assessment, and performance measurement of projects within an organization. They ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget by implementing effective control systems and processes. This role involves coordinating with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders to monitor progress and identify potential issues before they impact project outcomes. Manager Project Controls play a critical role in improving project efficiency, minimizing risks, and ensuring successful project delivery.

What is the difference between Manager Project Controls vs Project Scheduler?

AspectManager Project ControlsProject Scheduler
Primary FocusOversees overall project cost, schedule, and risk managementDevelops and maintains project schedules and timelines
CertificationsPMI-SP, PMP, or similar; often requires experience in project controlsPrimarily PMI-SP or scheduling-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentManagement level, coordinating across teams and departmentsTechnical role focused on schedule development and updates
Industry UsageCommon in construction, engineering, and large-scale projectsUsed in similar industries, often as a supporting role

The Manager Project Controls oversees the entire project control process, including cost, schedule, and risk management, while the Project Scheduler focuses specifically on creating and maintaining project schedules. Both roles require related certifications and are integral to project success, but they differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Manager Project Controls job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,307 per year, or $55.9 per hour.
Senior Manager Project Controls

Senior Manager Project Controls

MasTec Inc

Centennial, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

MasTec rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 150 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 78 rated construction

Job description

Overview
The Senior Manager Project Controls is responsible for implementation, training, oversight and conducting Project Controls related practices for projects across multiple operational groups.
The location of this position is flexible, based on the identified candidate. This position will have up to 30% travel to regional office or site locations.
Company Overview
MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA Constructors, and White Construction, combines over 20 years of experience in renewable energy construction. Depending on your position and project, you may work for one or more of our companies over your career with us. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #17 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor).
We embrace diverse perspectives among our employees and across all levels of our business, including our suppliers, community partners, and clients. We have built a multidimensional workforce that brings valuable differences in perspectives, work ethics, and approaches to our organization. By collaborating across departments, we foster innovation and encourage everyone-from interns to executives-to share their ideas and make an impact. Our goal is to create a respectful work environment where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to become innovative leaders in our industry.
The MasTec Renewables market sector is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure business segment. MasTec's Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) segment generates over $4 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across industrial, renewables and infrastructure sectors. Our renewables sector focuses on solar, wind and battery storage. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do.
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.
Responsibilities
Essential Job Functions:
  • Effectively communicate project scope, plan and progress to all stakeholders internally and externally
  • Lead, train, and manage project controls personnel on project controls functions, processes, tools and procedures.
  • Provide guidance and expertise to project management on project controls analysis, trends, performance, forecasting, Time Impact Analysis, and claims
  • Coordinate resources and assign tasks on Project Controls activities
  • Lead reviews and project controls analysis with upper management and project teams to provide innovative solutions to scheduling & cost performance
  • Lead project reviews on actual performance, change management, budgets, forecasting, progress and schedule performance
  • Develop practices and procedures as needed
  • Assist/train project management in use of PM/Controls tools
  • Works on complex assignments and manages internal/external team members towards a common goal.
  • Complete performance reviews and provides personnel development for the assigned employee
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Education and Work Experience Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Construction Engineering or related field OR equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 10+ years of related experience in project controls or cost scheduling and planning
  • 4+ years of CPM schedule integration, or Cost Control and managing personnel
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Take reasonable 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
  • Must be capable of up to 25%-30% travel (e.g. 1 week or 5 days/month) by automobile (as driver and passenger), commercial airlines, rental vehicles and public transportation and be able to lodge in public facilities. Travel will be necessary to conduct the duties of this job, and the employee must have the ability to drive and have proper licensing.

Working Environment:
  • When visiting jobsites the work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
  • This work environment may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors and/or loud noises

Physical Demands:
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, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran 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.
What's in it for you:
Financial Wellbeing
  • Compensation $145,000 - $180,000 / 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)

Health & Wellness
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children
  • Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount
  • Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle
  • Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave
  • Military Leave, including Differential Pay and Benefits Continuation
  • Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected
  • 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 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.
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