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Project Controls Primavera Jobs in Houston, TX (NOW HIRING)

System One

Project Controls Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

$111K - $174K/yr

Project Controls Specialist Location: Houston, TX Type: Contract Compensation: $124,400 - $150,138 ... Strong experience with Cost Controls, Primavera P6, EVMS (Prism G2 or similar), Oracle ERP, and SAP.

Onset LLC

Project Controls Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Primavera P6, Power BI reporting, and ... project controls, scheduling, cost management, or related project support functions. * Strong ...

Onset LLC

Project Controls Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Primavera P6, Power BI reporting, and ... project controls, scheduling, cost management, or related project support functions. * Strong ...

Onset LLC

Project Controls Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Primavera P6, Power BI reporting, and ... project controls, scheduling, cost management, or related project support functions. * Strong ...

NTG Staffing

Project Controls Manager

Houston, TX

Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Excel ; experience with reporting automation and project controls software is preferred. * Strong analytical, organizational, and communication ...

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As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for project controls primavera in Houston, TX is $53.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.33 and $61.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectProject Controls PrimaveraProject Scheduler
CertificationsPrimavera P6 Certification, PMP often preferredPrimavera P6 Certification, PMI-SP or PMP
Work EnvironmentLarge-scale projects, construction, engineeringProject planning, scheduling, and timeline management
Industry UsageConstruction, engineering, infrastructureConstruction, IT, manufacturing projects

Project Controls Primavera professionals focus on comprehensive project management, cost control, and schedule integration using Primavera P6. Project Schedulers primarily develop and maintain project timelines. While both roles use Primavera P6, Project Controls Primavera roles encompass broader project oversight, making them more involved in overall project success.

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Infographic showing various Project Controls Primavera job openings in Houston, TX as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,725 per year, or $53.7 per hour.

Turnaround Scheduler / Project Controls

TAG Project Management

Deer Park, TX • On-site

$60/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Location: [Insert Location]
Employment Type: Contract/Full-Time
Industry: Oil & Gas / Industrial Turnaround / Petrochemical
Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Turnaround P6 Scheduler with strong expertise in project controls and cost management to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in planning, scheduling, and coordinating all phases of turnaround projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. This role requires a proactive professional with exceptional Primavera P6 skills, analytical abilities, and a deep understanding of turnaround processes and project controls.

Primavera P6 Scheduling:

  • Develop, maintain, and update detailed turnaround schedules using Primavera P6.
  • Perform critical path analysis, resource loading, and forecasting to ensure efficient execution plans.
  • Monitor and adjust schedules to accommodate scope changes, delays, or unforeseen circumstances.
Project Controls:

  • Collaborate with project teams to establish and maintain project baselines.
  • Track progress and performance metrics against established schedules and plans.
  • Provide accurate and timely reporting on project KPIs, including earned value analysis.
Cost Management:

  • Integrate cost data with schedules to develop cost-loaded schedules.
  • Monitor and control turnaround budgets, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
  • Work closely with cost engineers to align costs with work breakdown structures (WBS).
Collaboration and Communication:

  • Interface with key stakeholders, including operations, engineering, and contractors, to ensure alignment on project timelines.
  • Facilitate schedule review meetings and produce lookahead schedules for execution teams.
  • Provide detailed reports and dashboards to leadership, highlighting risks, issues, and mitigation plans.
Qualifications:

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in P6 turnaround scheduling, project controls, and cost management within the oil and gas or petrochemical industry.
  • Proficiency in Primavera P6 and advanced understanding of project scheduling principles.
  • Strong knowledge of turnaround processes, including planning, execution, and closeout phases.
  • Experience with cost management tools and methodologies.
  • Familiarity with SAP or similar ERP systems for cost tracking and reporting is a plus.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with resource leveling, productivity analysis, and manpower planning.
  • Knowledge of industry-standard best practices for turnarounds and shutdowns.