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Linesight

Project Controls Lead

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$175K/yr

Overview As a Project Controls Lead at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement.

Linesight

Project Controls Lead

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$175K/yr

Overview As a Project Controls Lead at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement.

Linesight

Project Controls Lead

Kansas City, MO

$175K/yr

As a Project Controls Lead at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will ...

Linesight

Project Controls Lead

Dallas, TX · On-site

$175K/yr

Overview As a Project Controls Lead at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement.

Mace

Project Controls Lead

New York, NY · Hybrid

$170K/yr

Apply project controls quality standards to cost, schedule, and risk information produced by delivery teams and functional support groups. * Perform consistency and assurance checks across forecasts ...

Meta

Area Project Controls Lead, Hyperion

Rayville, LA

$150K/yr

The Project Controls Lead will not only be a technical subject matter expert overseeing all cost controls & commercial deliverables on the project and across multiple General Contractors, but also ...

X Energy LLC

Project Controls Lead

Rockville, MD · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

This role is responsible for providing project controls support to program and project leadership in one or more of the areas of planning and scheduling, cost, estimating, and change management ...

X Energy LLC

Project Controls Lead

Rockville, MD · On-site

$150K - $175K/yr

This role is responsible for providing project controls support to program and project leadership in one or more of the areas of planning and scheduling, cost, estimating, and change management ...

Mace

Project Controls Lead

Washington, DC

$170K/yr

Accountable for the PMO and Project Controls Services performance on assigned commission/s. * Creates/designs effective PMO and Project Controls framework/strategy/s. * Manages and directs Clients ...

Turner & Townsend

Project Controls Lead

Wilson, NC · On-site

$150K - $195K/yr

Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Project Controls Lead to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successful client delivery. This individual will assist in ...

Turner & Townsend

Project Controls Lead

Wilson, NC · On-site

$150K - $195K/yr

Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Project Controls Lead to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successful client delivery. This individual will assist in ...

Meta

Area Project Controls Lead, Hyperion

Rayville, LA · On-site

$150K - $209K/yr

The Project Controls Lead will not only be a technical subject matter expert overseeing all cost controls & commercial deliverables on the project and across multiple General Contractors, but also ...

Meta

Area Project Controls Lead, Mega Campus

Miami, FL · On-site

$150K/yr

The Project Controls Lead will not only be a technical subject matter expert overseeing all cost controls & commercial deliverables on the project and across multiple General Contractors, but also ...

Oracle

Senior Project Controls Lead

Abilene, TX · On-site

The Sr. Project Controls Lead will partner with delivery teams, construction partners, suppliers, logistics providers, manufacturing partners, and leadership to improve project predictability ...

Oracle

Senior Project Controls Lead

Abilene, TX

The Sr. Project Controls Lead will partner with delivery teams, construction partners, suppliers, logistics providers, manufacturing partners, and leadership to improve project predictability ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for project controls lead in the United States is $43.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.06 and $50.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Project Controls Leads often face challenges such as managing shifting project timelines, controlling costs amid scope changes, and integrating input from multiple stakeholders. Success in this role requires proactive communication, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to adapt quickly when schedules or budgets need adjustment. Collaborating closely with project managers, engineers, and finance teams is essential to anticipate risks and maintain accurate reporting. By leveraging industry tools and fostering a culture of transparency, Project Controls Leads can help ensure projects stay on track and stakeholders remain informed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Project Controls Lead position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Project Controls Lead, you need expertise in project management, cost control, scheduling, and risk analysis, often supported by a degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field. Experience with project management software such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, and advanced Excel, along with certifications like PMP or CCP, is commonly required. Strong leadership, communication, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills help you coordinate cross-functional teams and manage project complexities. These competencies enable effective monitoring and delivery of projects within scope, time, and budget constraints.

What is a Project Controls Lead job?

A Project Controls Lead is responsible for managing project planning, scheduling, cost control, and risk management to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. They oversee data analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support decision-making and project performance tracking. Their role involves collaborating with project managers, stakeholders, and teams to identify potential risks and implement corrective actions. Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills are essential for success in this role.

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Project Controls Lead

Linesight

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$175K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Overview
As a Project Controls Lead at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will gain vast industry experience that will open doors for you, extend your skillset and expand your perspective. We will empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role so that you can take charge of your career progression with us. For us lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.
The Opportunity
In this role you will:
  • Evaluate our current data management processes and identify opportunities for ongoing improvements
  • Expertly negotiate agreements with pricing agreements with external partners
  • Update key partners with monthly executive and project status reports, project schedule updates, and project risks
  • Assess engineer and contractor bids, change notices and costs to ensure best value for clients

We would love to hear from you if you:
  • Have demonstrated experience implementing cost & schedule management work processes
  • Have a comprehensive understanding of Work Breakdown Structure and project Coding structures
  • Have successfully performed project controls roles including cost control, scheduling and estimating
  • Have a degree or comparable experience in a construction related discipline

Work Environment:
  • This position will require 5 days a week onsite at project location in Wilson, NC.

The Salary Range for this role is $125,000.00-$175,000.00 but actual salary offered is dependent on skillset, education and experience.
All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually with video required.
About us
Linesight is a highly successful global project and cost management consultancy that keeps clients coming back. And for that we have our people to thank. You see we're not like the others. We're different. Unique. It's our fresh thinking and focus on what matters that has led to our evolving. We are on a journey working in some of the most exciting innovative sectors with some of the world's most prestigious companies delivering major projects that deliver a more sustainable built environment. We have an open culture and a flat structure where you can expect to be treated with genuine care, respect, and empathy. With Linesight, you can truly discover the power of team!
Diversity, inclusion and accessibility
Linesight is committed to transparent, equal opportunity employment practices. We are building a diverse and inclusive organisation, accessible to all, based on having a safe culture which enables all our people to be their true selves. We are a people business, and we understand that the more inclusive we are, the happier our people and better our work will be. We will ensure that individuals with disability are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or recruitment process and are accommodated in the workplace. If you require assistance or accommodation of any kind, please mention this in your application, we would love to hear from you!

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