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Project Controls Cost Manager (Data Center)

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A Project Controls Manager manages project controls for projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. May supervise technical staff on project teams. Manages project cost controls and reporting, project budgets and schedules. May manage projects in construction or engineering.

$119,540 / year median in North Carolina

+14% projected growth

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Industry Advanced Manufacturing 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. Your impact Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology - we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow. Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you're interested in a long and rewarding career working with the #1 ranked most admired engineering / construction company in the world, and the industry's best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and curious Project Controls Cost Manager to support our Program Management Team. As a key member of our EPC support team, you'll will have the chance to work on-site using your expertise in construction: forecasting, change management, cost management, project budget analysis, project earned value measurement tracking, risk management, proposals, cashflow and reporting tools. You will manage the overall program construction cost controls and reporting function by providing client management, updates, and presentations at all levels of management. You will assist the Program Project Services Director with management of the Project Controls team. Join us and we will assist in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way. Here's what you'll need At least 20 years of project cost controls experience Extensive experience with Total Installed Cost management and reporting Experience with collecting and reporting on field progress / quantities installed Experience working on various projects to include coordinating and executing project issues Experience in aligning construction cost with a Primavera P6 schedule Experience in project controls, commercial operations, with emphasis on project controls and financial issues Must be able to take a full-time on-site role in Spartanburg, SC - per diem package offered Must have led teams on multi-million/billion EPC Projects Ideally, here's what you'll also have: Master's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or other business management related degree Program level related experience Skills with Excel, Databases, Power BI and dashboard development Cost estimating experience #LI-LE1
Posted Salary Range:
Minimum 123,600.00
Posted Salary Range:
Upper 170,000.00 Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $123,600.00 to $170,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on August 19, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role. Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support . Locations City State Country Greenville South Carolina United States Chicago Illinois United States Baton Rouge Louisiana United States Atlanta Georgia United States Birmingham Alabama United States Nashville Tennessee United States Cary North Carolina United States Dallas Texas United States Little Rock Arkansas United States Tampa Florida United States Houston Texas United States Boston Massachusetts United States Arlington Virginia United States Kansas City Missouri United States Tempe Arizona United States Centennial Colorado United States Little Rock Arkansas United States Boise Idaho United States Nashville Tennessee United States Corvallis Oregon United States South Charleston West Virginia United States Las Vegas Nevada United States Austin Texas United States Fort Worth Texas United States Huntsville Alabama United States Mobile Alabama United States Lawrenceville Georgia United States Waynesboro Georgia United States Davie Florida United States Fort Myers Florida United States Jacksonville Florida United States Beaufort South Carolina United States Dulles Virginia United States Reston Virginia United States Baltimore Maryland United States Rockville Maryland United States Washington District of Columbia United States Wilmington Delaware United States Bedford New Hampshire United States Hartford Connecticut United States Providence Rhode Island United States Cincinnati Ohio United States Troy Ohio United States St Paul Minnesota United States Indianapolis Indiana United States Louisville Kentucky United States Fayetteville Arkansas United States Anchorage Alaska United States Iowa City Iowa United States Boise Idaho United States Billings Montana United States Clovis New Mexico United States Wichita Kansas United States Lincoln Nebraska United States Bellevue Washington United States Greenville South Carolina United States Greenville South Carolina United States