With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Coordinator Sr (grade ... Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9 Education: * With a qualified Bachelor's degree, eight (8) ...
With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Coordinator Sr (grade ... Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9 Education: * With a qualified Bachelor's degree, eight (8) ...
Project Controls Specialist
Columbus, OH · On-site
With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Coordinator Sr (grade ... Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9 Education: * With a qualified Bachelor's degree, eight (8) ...
Project Controls Specialist
Columbus, OH · On-site
With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Coordinator Sr (grade ... Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9 Education: * With a qualified Bachelor's degree, eight (8) ...
With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Coordinator Sr (grade ... Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9 Education: * With a qualified Bachelor's degree, eight (8) ...
With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Coordinator Sr (grade ... Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9 Education: * With a qualified Bachelor's degree, eight (8) ...
Scheduler/Project Controls Engineer- Data Center/Mission Critical
Columbus, OH · On-site
$125K - $149K/yr
Job Title - Project Controls Engineer/Scheduler - Data Center/Mission Critical Location - Columbus ... Develop the project schedule in coordination with project team and subcontractors; collect data for ...
Scheduler/Project Controls Engineer- Data Center/Mission Critical
Columbus, OH · On-site
$125K - $149K/yr
Job Title - Project Controls Engineer/Scheduler - Data Center/Mission Critical Location - Columbus ... Develop the project schedule in coordination with project team and subcontractors; collect data for ...
Scheduler/Project Controls Engineer- Data Center/Mission Critical
Columbus, OH · On-site
$125K - $149K/yr
Job Title - Project Controls Engineer/Scheduler - Data Center/Mission Critical Location - Columbus ... Develop the project schedule in coordination with project team and subcontractors; collect data for ...
Scheduler/Project Controls Engineer- Data Center/Mission Critical
Columbus, OH · On-site
$125K - $149K/yr
Job Title - Project Controls Engineer/Scheduler - Data Center/Mission Critical Location - Columbus ... Develop the project schedule in coordination with project team and subcontractors; collect data for ...
General The Senior Project Controls role develops and implements standardized project controls to ... Coordinating with Project Management staff to create and submit billings each month to the client ...
General The Senior Project Controls role develops and implements standardized project controls to ... Coordinating with Project Management staff to create and submit billings each month to the client ...
General The Senior Project Controls role develops and implements standardized project controls to ... Coordinating with Project Management staff to create and submit billings each month to the client ...
General The Senior Project Controls role develops and implements standardized project controls to ... Coordinating with Project Management staff to create and submit billings each month to the client ...
We are looking for a positive, energetic Project Coordinator with a wide variety of abilities to ... Confer with Project Controls Manager to establish and maintain documentation tracking and reporting ...
We are looking for a positive, energetic Project Coordinator with a wide variety of abilities to ... Confer with Project Controls Manager to establish and maintain documentation tracking and reporting ...
Integrate andvalidateinputs from Project Coordinators, field teams, and cross functional stakeholders whilemaintainingfull accountability for final project controls outputs. * Communicate critical ...
New
Integrate andvalidateinputs from Project Coordinators, field teams, and cross functional stakeholders whilemaintainingfull accountability for final project controls outputs. * Communicate critical ...
New
We are looking for a Senior Project Controls Manager with a wide extensive knowledge of Data ... Manage, support, train and evaluate Project Coordinator subordinates and making recommendations to ...
We are looking for a Senior Project Controls Manager with a wide extensive knowledge of Data ... Manage, support, train and evaluate Project Coordinator subordinates and making recommendations to ...
The Project Controls Manager should implement and maintain the Project Plan set forth by the ... Manage, support, train and evaluate Project Coordinator subordinates and making recommendations to ...
The Project Controls Manager should implement and maintain the Project Plan set forth by the ... Manage, support, train and evaluate Project Coordinator subordinates and making recommendations to ...
About Us Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems ... Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project, actively pursues ...
About Us Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems ... Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project, actively pursues ...
Controls Project Manager 2
Dublin, OH · On-site
About Us Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems ... Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project, actively pursues ...
Controls Project Manager 2
Dublin, OH · On-site
About Us Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems ... Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project, actively pursues ...
Controls Project Manager 2
Dublin, OH · On-site
$85K - $117K/yr
About Us Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems ... Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project, actively pursues ...
Controls Project Manager 2
Dublin, OH · On-site
$85K - $117K/yr
About Us Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems ... Coordinates communication with the customer during all phases of the project, actively pursues ...
The Ruhlin Company seeks to hire a Project Coordinator out of our Columbus office. Summary ... Perform additional assignments as directed by the Project Controls Manager. Essential Skills and ...
The Ruhlin Company seeks to hire a Project Coordinator out of our Columbus office. Summary ... Perform additional assignments as directed by the Project Controls Manager. Essential Skills and ...
Project Coordinator
Columbus, OH · On-site
The Ruhlin Company seeks to hire a Project Coordinator out of our Columbus office. Summary ... Perform additional assignments as directed by the Project Controls Manager. Essential Skills and ...
Project Coordinator
Columbus, OH · On-site
The Ruhlin Company seeks to hire a Project Coordinator out of our Columbus office. Summary ... Perform additional assignments as directed by the Project Controls Manager. Essential Skills and ...
This role is a seasoned Project Controls Lead who will partner with construction project managers ... Serve as the central point of coordination for construction invoice review across the portfolio ...
This role is a seasoned Project Controls Lead who will partner with construction project managers ... Serve as the central point of coordination for construction invoice review across the portfolio ...
Maintain close coordination and communication with other Project Controls team members to accurately report project financial status. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are required to be ...
New
Maintain close coordination and communication with other Project Controls team members to accurately report project financial status. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are required to be ...
New
Maintain close coordination and communication with other Project Controls team members to accurately report project financial status. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are required to be ...
New
Maintain close coordination and communication with other Project Controls team members to accurately report project financial status. Qualifications: Minimum qualifications are required to be ...
New
Assistant Project Manager II
Columbus, OH · On-site
Coordinates engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction activities during the development and execution phase(s) of the project * Assists PM in the development of the ...
Assistant Project Manager II
Columbus, OH · On-site
Coordinates engineering, estimating, project controls, procurement, and construction activities during the development and execution phase(s) of the project * Assists PM in the development of the ...
Project Controls Coordinator information
See salary details
$19.95 - $24.19
3% of jobs
$24.19 - $28.43
5% of jobs
$28.43 - $32.67
6% of jobs
$35.77 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$32.67 - $36.91
14% of jobs
$36.91 - $41.15
17% of jobs
The median wage is $42.28 / hr.
$41.15 - $45.39
16% of jobs
$48.92 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$45.39 - $49.63
16% of jobs
$49.63 - $53.87
12% of jobs
$53.87 - $58.11
5% of jobs
$58.11 - $62.35
2% of jobs
$62.35 - $66.59
3% of jobs
$19
$43
$66
How much do project controls coordinator jobs pay per hour?
As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for project controls coordinator 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.
What are popular job titles related to Project Controls Coordinator jobs? For Project Controls Coordinator jobs, the most frequently searched job titles are:
What job categories do people searching Project Controls Coordinator jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Project Controls Coordinator jobs are:
- Internal Controls Coordinator
- Pcs Primoris
- Coordinator Duke Energy Renewables
- Director Of Project Controls
- Full Time Renewable Energy Project Finance
- Construction Project Controls
- Contractual Renewable Energy Project Finance
- Project Controls Cost Analyst
- Project Controls Manager Salary
- Project Controls Primavera
What cities are hiring for Project Controls Coordinator jobs? Cities with the most Project Controls Coordinator job openings:
What states have the most Project Controls Coordinator jobs? States with the most job openings for Project Controls Coordinator jobs include:
What are the most commonly searched types of Project Controls jobs? The most popular types of Project Controls jobs are:
Full-time
This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.
American Electric Power rating
8.7
Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
8th of 53 rated energy and utility
Job description
Job Posting End Date
07-31-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The Project Controls Specialist supports the successful execution of utility capital projects by designing, operating, and continuously improving the controls that govern cost, schedule, and quality. This role is accountable for building measurable, repeatable controls and performance insights-translating project data into actionable decisions that reduce risk, prevent overruns, and improve delivery efficiency across the portfolio.
Job Description
What you'll do:
Cost Control & Budget Management Controls
Establish and maintain cost controls that provide early visibility into variances, forecasts, and cost drivers-enabling proactive corrective action.
Build and own cost performance KPIs and dashboards that drive efficiency and cost containment, including:
Schedule Adherence & Planning Controls
Measure schedule health and adherence with clear leading/lagging indicators, ensuring credible forecasts and actionable recovery plans.
Quality Control Performance & Measurement Controls
Create measurable quality controls that reduce rework, improve first-time-right delivery, and strengthen turnover readiness.
Continuous Improvement & Control Creation (Core Focus)
Build a repeatable, scalable controls system and improve it continuously based on performance insights, audit findings, and user feedback.
What we're looking for:
Project Controls Specialist Principal SG8
Education:
Experience:
Licenses/Certifications:
Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9
Education:
Experience:
Licenses/Certifications:
In addition:
Where you'll work:
This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio, Corpus Christi, Texas, Fort Wayne Indiana, Roanoke, Virginia or Shreveport, Louisiana
What you'll get:
Project Controls Specialist Principal SG8($98,993-$128,689)
Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9($116,255-$151,132)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$98K- $151K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#Projectcontrols
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-008
Compensation Range:
$98,993.00 - $151,132.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
07-31-2026
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The Project Controls Specialist supports the successful execution of utility capital projects by designing, operating, and continuously improving the controls that govern cost, schedule, and quality. This role is accountable for building measurable, repeatable controls and performance insights-translating project data into actionable decisions that reduce risk, prevent overruns, and improve delivery efficiency across the portfolio.
Job Description
What you'll do:
Cost Control & Budget Management Controls
Establish and maintain cost controls that provide early visibility into variances, forecasts, and cost drivers-enabling proactive corrective action.
Build and own cost performance KPIs and dashboards that drive efficiency and cost containment, including:
- Cost Variance (CV), Cost Performance Index (CPI)
- Forecast at Completion (EAC) accuracy and trend stability
- Commitment vs. Actual burn rates
- Change order cycle time and change cost growth
Schedule Adherence & Planning Controls
Measure schedule health and adherence with clear leading/lagging indicators, ensuring credible forecasts and actionable recovery plans.
- Create and operate a Schedule Health Matrix and/or schedule quality checks (e.g., logic, constraints, float, critical path stability).
- Build schedule performance KPIs, including:
- Schedule Variance (SV), Schedule Performance Index (SPI)
- Milestone adherence / slippage trends
- Critical path and near-critical path stability
- Lookahead plan reliability (e.g., PPC-Percent Plan Complete) where appropriate
- Re-plan frequency and schedule churn
Quality Control Performance & Measurement Controls
Create measurable quality controls that reduce rework, improve first-time-right delivery, and strengthen turnover readiness.
- Turnover package completeness and timeliness
- Material receiving/traceability and installation verification
- Commissioning readiness and as-built documentation quality
Continuous Improvement & Control Creation (Core Focus)
Build a repeatable, scalable controls system and improve it continuously based on performance insights, audit findings, and user feedback.
- Create improvements that reduce cycle time, improve forecast accuracy, and increase data reliability.
- Standardize "definition of done" for status updates and progress measurement
What we're looking for:
Project Controls Specialist Principal SG8
Education:
- Qualified degrees must be in a related field from an accredited university or college and could include Accounting, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Technology, or Project Management.
- With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Coordinator Sr (grade 007).
- With a qualified Associate's degree, eight (8) years' qualified experience.
- With a qualified Bachelor's degree, six (6) years' qualified experience required.
Experience:
- Qualified experience includes utility specific operations knowledge/experience with a good working knowledge of work processes and procedures.
- Experience should be in design, operations, planning, project management, cost tracking analysis, forecasting, project budgets, working with accounting principles, and/or construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
Licenses/Certifications:
- A professional or trade certification such as a CCMP, CETa, IQCP, PMP, RMP, etc. is not required at this level.
- A certification is required to progress to the Principal (grade 008) level of this job family if you have a high school diploma/GED or non-qualified higher education degree. Otherwise, a certification is preferred at the Principal level.
Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9
Education:
- With a qualified Bachelor's degree, eight (8) years' qualified experience required;
- With a qualified Associate's degree, ten (10) years' qualified experience;
- With a High School Diploma or GED, four (4) years' experience as a Project Controls Specialist Prin (grade 008).
- Qualified degrees must be in a related field from an accredited university or college and could include Accounting, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Technology, or Project Management.
Experience:
- Qualified experience includes utility specific operations knowledge/experience with a good working knowledge of work processes and procedures.
- Experience should be in design, operations, planning, project management, cost tracking analysis, forecasting, project budgets, working with accounting principles, and/or construction or maintenance of systems and/or equipment.
Licenses/Certifications:
- A professional or trade certification such as a CCMP, CETa, IQCP, PMP, RMP, etc. is required for candidates possessing only a high school diploma or a non-qualified higher education degree.
- Otherwise, a certification is preferred but not required.
In addition:
- Experience implementing Earned Value (EVM)
- Familiarity with energy/utility delivery models (outage constraints, permitting, material lead times, right-of-way impacts, commissioning/energization milestones).
- Proficiency in common tools:
- Primavera P6 and/or Microsoft Project
- Excel (advanced), Power BI/Tableau
- Enterprise Asset Management systems (e.g., Maximo)
- Project management platforms (e.g., EcoSys)
- Certifications (nice-to-have): AACE, PMP, EVP/EVM training, Lean/Six Sigma
Where you'll work:
This role sits on site in New Albany, Ohio, Corpus Christi, Texas, Fort Wayne Indiana, Roanoke, Virginia or Shreveport, Louisiana
What you'll get:
Project Controls Specialist Principal SG8($98,993-$128,689)
Project Controls Specialist Staff SG9($116,255-$151,132)
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we're more than just an energy company - we're a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
American Electric Power (On-Site)
$98K- $151K / Year
#LI-Onsite
#AEPCareers
#Projectcontrols
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
SP20-008
Compensation Range:
$98,993.00 - $151,132.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S - Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Hear about it first! Get job alerts by email. Log in to your Candidate Home Account today! If you don't have an account, you can create one.
It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. When required by law, we might record certain information or applicants for employment may be invited to voluntarily disclose protected characteristics.
What American Electric Power employees say
Pay
Benefits
Hours and flexibility
Workplace
Get the full story on Breakroom
About American Electric Power
Sourced by ZipRecruiter
AEP Energy is a certified competitive retail electricity and natural gas supply provider. We proudly serve residential, small business and commercial and industrial customers. AEP Energy has over 100 years of industry experience with backing from our parent company, American Electric Power (AEP). AEP is one of the largest electric energy companies in the United States and ranked 204 of the Fortune 500.
Industry
Utilities
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Columbus, OH, US
Year founded
1906