Senior Project Controls (LSNA-VA)

About the role

We're looking for a driven and curious Senior Project Controls professional in Richmond/Goochland, VA to support our Program Management Team. You’ll provide solid forecasting, cost engineering, reporting, and subcontractor invoicing while working on large capital projects. This role offers opportunities to develop your skills, share your knowledge, and grow across our global company.

Responsibilities

• Manage Construction Management (CM) service budgets, forecasts, staffing plans, and project financial performance.
• Oversee project budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting processes.
• Manage subcontractors, purchase orders, service agreements, and pass-through costs associated with project execution.
• Review and approve project-related expenses while ensuring compliance with company policies and client requirements.
• Support construction site operations, logistics planning, and large-scale project execution.
• Utilize enterprise systems such as Oracle, SAP, EcoSys, Power BI, or other project controls and financial management platforms.
• Lead and communicate effectively in fast-paced project environments with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related discipline; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree.
• 10+ years of experience supporting large capital projects in construction management, site logistics, project controls, operations, or project management.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting EPCM or EPC projects exceeding $500M in total installed cost.
• Experience leading site logistics, construction support services, or field operations for major industrial, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, infrastructure, or energy projects.
• Knowledge of project delivery systems, project controls processes, and financial management practices.
• Familiarity with General Conditions management, field cost control, and construction indirect cost forecasting.
• PMP, CCM, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience mentoring and developing project controls, logistics, or site operations personnel.
• Advanced Power BI reporting and data analytics experience.

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) for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Additional rewards for eligible roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $123,600.00 to $200,000.00. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Hybrid working policy allowing employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.

Job posted on August 13, 2026.