Sr Program Controls Specialist

As a Senior Program Controls Specialist here at Honeywell, you will play a critical role in the financial, scheduling, compliance, and operational control of projects from initial planning through installation, commissioning, and closeout. You will be responsible for maintaining visibility into project budgets, timelines, financial performance, risks, compliance, and overall project execution.

In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Field Service, Installation teams, Finance, subcontractors, customers, and other cross-functional stakeholders to ensure projects remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with Honeywell standards. You will also provide program controls support to installation and systems implementation activities, helping teams understand project requirements, milestones, financial commitments, and potential risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Fire & Security, or other building systems experience is preferred but not required. The ideal candidate will have strong project controls and financial experience and understand how projects move through the complete lifecycle from planning and budgeting through installation, implementation, commissioning, customer acceptance, and closeout.

Responsibilities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Monitor project performance and identify cost, schedule, and execution risks.
• Support installation and implementation teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track projects from planning and budgeting through installation, commissioning, customer acceptance, and closeout.
• Partner with Project Management, Finance, Engineering, Field Service, contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure project compliance, reporting, and adherence to Honeywell processes and standards.
• Provide financial, schedule, and performance reporting to leadership.

Qualifications

YOU MUST HAVE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Project Management, or related field.
• 6 or more years of experience in program controls, project controls, project management, or a related field.
• Strong experience with project budgets, financial analysis, forecasting, and cost control.
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, timelines, and schedule control.
• Experience supporting projects through the full project lifecycle.
• Experience identifying and mitigating cost, schedule, compliance, and execution risks.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Finance, Project Management, Engineering, Field Service, Installation, contractors, and customers.

WE VALUE

• Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC Controls, Fire & Security, or building systems experience.
• Experience supporting installation, implementation, commissioning, or field service projects.
• SAP experience.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting/forecasting skills.
• Experience with MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling tools.
• PMP or project controls certification.
• Experience with change management, scope control, earned value, or cost-to-complete forecasting.
• Experience working in a matrix organization or global company.
• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR HONEYWELL

In addition to a competitive salary, leading-edge work, and developing solutions side-by-side with dedicated experts in their fields, Honeywell employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package. This package includes employer subsidized Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability; 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, EAP, and Educational Assistance; Parental Leave, Paid Time Off (for vacation, personal business, sick time, and parental leave), and 12 Paid Holidays. Learn more

The application period for the job is estimated to be 40 days from the job posting date; however, this may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Posted 09/04/2026 

ABOUT HONEYWELL TECHNOLOGIES

Honeywell Technologies is a global, pure-play automation company with a legacy of innovating to help solve the world’s most mission-critical challenges, enhancing the quality of life for people and communities around the world. We serve the building, industrial, and process sectors with a broad portfolio of services, solutions, and products, underpinned by our Honeywell Technologies Accelerator operating system and Honeywell Technologies Forge intelligence layer. By combining the deep domain expertise of our more than 50,000 employees with decades of data from our global installed base, we are uniquely positioned to lead the industrial sector’s transition from automation to autonomy. Learn more

THE BUSINESS UNIT

Accelerate chemical processing and energy transition with advanced catalyst and process technologies. Enable higher efficiency and sustainability through innovative refining and petrochemical solutions. Drive improved yield, lower emissions, and optimized performance across industrial operations.

Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. Learn more