Project Controls Manager

About the role

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. We are looking for a driven and curious Project Controls Manager in Nashville, TN to join our PMCM Team in leading a large Corporate Headquarters Project.

As a key member of our Project Management Team, you’ll provide day-to-day support and execution of project controls functions for projects and programs. You will train and supervise project controls staff and be responsible for standard operating procedures in cost control and schedule monitoring, analysis, forecasting, and reporting. You’ll manage the overall project and program cost controls and reporting function by supporting client management, updates, and presentations to all levels of management. You will also develop, interpret, and execute policy objectives and standards applicable to cost and schedule controls coupled with analysis activities and client deliverables. Collaboration with Project Team Members throughout the Southeast Region is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support and execution of project controls functions for projects and programs.
• Train and supervise project controls staff.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures in cost control and schedule monitoring, analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
• Manage overall project and program cost controls and reporting function, including client management updates and presentations.
• Develop, interpret, and execute policy objectives and standards for cost and schedule controls, analysis activities, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with Project Team Members throughout the Southeast Region.
• Domestic travel may be required.

Requirements

• BA or BS or equivalent in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of related Project Controls and Scheduling/Planning experience on large programs.
• Experience in all project controls disciplines: Cost Engineering, Earned Value Management, Scheduling, Estimating, Document Control, etc.
• Broad knowledge of Project Control Systems, BI dashboard technology, and processes including leading schedule processing software, program database platforms, and spreadsheet applications (e.g., Unifier, E-builder, Kahua, Primavera, Excel).

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of operational business processes in the Engineering and Construction industry.
• IT experience or aptitude.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
• Eligibility to enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 to $145,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job posted on February 24, 2026. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.