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Project Controls Professional Intermediate

Jacobs, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview 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.

This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.

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 driven and curious teammates to support our Program Management Team.

Base pay range $69,500.00/yr - $95,500.00/yr

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 (field)

Track and report on progress using Earned Value Management (EVM)

Coordinate with contractors or discipline leads to collect and upload weekly progress data (field)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field — or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree

2 years of experience in project controls

Familiarity with construction contracts and pay application processes

Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)

Experience with schedule development and maintenance

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively with project controls teams, project managers, construction teams, and vendors

Willingness and ability to travel for on‑site assignments or business trips

Desirable Skills

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)

Benefits 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Additional Information The base salary range for this position is $69,500.00 to $95,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

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