Project Controls Professional Intermediate Level – East Central Region U.S.

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.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for an Intermediate Level Project Controls Professional to support the East Central region within the U.S. As a key member of our team, you will provide timely and accurate input of data, thorough review and analysis of defined cost and schedule elements, and document production. This role follows a hybrid model, requiring in-office work two days a week at the nearest Jacobs office.

Responsibilities

• Collect and prepare data for evaluation.
• Monitor, track, analyze, forecast, and report on project budgets, estimates to complete, commitments, expenditures, project progress and productivity, work plans and schedules, project cost at completion, WBS cost coding, subcontracts, accruals, and change management.
• Review expenditure details, identify incorrect charges, and commence the charge correction process.
• Assist in the coordination of projects from conception (feasibility) through final plan preparations.
• Provide support for project pricing.
• Print and distribute technical and administrative reports, and assemble monthly report packages.
• Perform risk analysis on cost and schedule and recommend usage of contingency.
• Support Project Managers with monthly Project Reviews (PRs) and quarterly forecasts on projects.
• Provide support to Project Controls staff members as needed.
• Assure change management systems and processes are implemented and followed.
• Identify potential project problems early, report issues to operations leadership, and work with project teams to address and implement recovery plans.

Requirements

• BS or BA degree, with preference given to a degree in Cost Management, Engineering, Project Management, Accounting, or Finance.
• Three to five years’ experience in Project Controls or Project Accountant-related functions.
• Strong knowledge of Excel.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and management.
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan or Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees.
• 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 bonuses, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $75,000.00 to $100,000.00. Individual pay within this range is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.