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Jacobs

Sr Project Controls Professional (Data Center)

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What they do

A Project Coordinator coordinates project team work on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point, and assists the project manager. Coordinates project team activities and communication. Organizes meetings and tracks project budgets and schedules. Organizes contracts, files and reports. May coordinate projects in construction, information technology or in other industries.

$56,102 / year median in Florida

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Sr Project Controls Professional to support an ongoing site-based assignment in Spartanburg, SC, Baton Rogue, LA, or Corpus Christi, TX, with future projects also requiring on-site presence across the U.S. This senior-level role is ideal for a detail-oriented and collaborative professional with a strong background in cost control and construction progress tracking. You will work as part of a dedicated project controls team, collaborating closely with construction teams and vendors to ensure accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We'll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together. Your most impactful mission in this role is to act as a champion for our TogetherBeyond culture of caring at Jacobs. TogetherBeyond is our approach to living inclusion every day and enabling diversity and quality globally. For us, this means creating a culture of belonging where we all thrive by embracing all perspectives. At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.
What You'll Do:
Lead the setup, monitoring, and forecasting of project cost and progress metrics. Manage all cost control elements, including: Budget development and updates Scope change tracking Expenditure and forecast reporting Maintain accurate data in cost control systems and tools. Analyze revenue and cost performance and recommend corrective actions to project and construction managers. Review and approve contractor pay applications, ensuring compliance with contractual terms. Track and report on construction physical progress using Earned Value Management (EVM). Coordinate with contractors to collect and upload weekly progress data into project systems. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field — or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree. Minimum of 15 years of experience in project controls, with a strong focus on cost management and field operations. Familiarity with construction contracts and pay application processes. Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS). Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with project controls teams, construction teams, and vendors. Willingness and ability to travel for on-site assignments.
Ideally, You'll Also Have:
Proficiency in project controls and scheduling software, including: Oracle Primavera P6 Microsoft Project EcoSys Unifier Synchro Industry-recognized certifications such as: Certified Cost Professional (CCP) Construction Manager (CCM) Project Management Professional (PMP) Risk Management Professional (RMP) Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.