Jacobs
Senior Cost Controls : Life Sciences - San Francisco, CA Req 32727
Jacobs, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Senior Cost Controls: Life Sciences – San Francisco, CA (Req 32727)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Controls professional to manage award‑winning projects in our Life Sciences division. The role is based in San Francisco, requires office presence one day per week, and is not remote.
Responsibilities
Perform client management, interface with senior management, and provide updates and presentations on project cost and risks.
Partner with Project Managers to ensure project cost awareness and develop mitigation strategies.
Manage program and project cost controls and reporting functions across disciplines such as Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Office Planning, IT, Accounting, Economics & Finance, Tax, Contracts and Legal.
Provide status reports and analysis to company and client management, identify problems, and coordinate corrective actions.
Prepare cost control plans, financial summaries, and project management reports; manage cost processes and procedures.
Evaluate projects at each development stage to ensure cost compliance, review contract drafts, and ensure terms meet cost control requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of cost controls experience in an EPCM environment.
Experience in cost estimating, control, change management, and cost analysis.
Knowledge of project controls, commercial operations, and financial issues.
Strong Excel (macro), database (MS Access), Power BI, and dashboard skills desirable.
Preferred
Project or Program related experience.
MS in Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Sciences (not required).
Compensation Base salary range: $160,700 – $250,000 per year. Individual pay is determined by experience, skills, and location.
Benefits Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, deferred compensation options, unlimited paid time off, paid holidays, floating holiday, caregiver leave, and potential performance bonuses.
Equal 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.
Application The position will remain open for at least 3 days from posting on November 11, 2025. Please contact Careers Support for reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Cost Controls professional to manage award‑winning projects in our Life Sciences division. The role is based in San Francisco, requires office presence one day per week, and is not remote.
Responsibilities
Perform client management, interface with senior management, and provide updates and presentations on project cost and risks.
Partner with Project Managers to ensure project cost awareness and develop mitigation strategies.
Manage program and project cost controls and reporting functions across disciplines such as Engineering, Construction, Procurement, Office Planning, IT, Accounting, Economics & Finance, Tax, Contracts and Legal.
Provide status reports and analysis to company and client management, identify problems, and coordinate corrective actions.
Prepare cost control plans, financial summaries, and project management reports; manage cost processes and procedures.
Evaluate projects at each development stage to ensure cost compliance, review contract drafts, and ensure terms meet cost control requirements.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field, or equivalent experience.
10+ years of cost controls experience in an EPCM environment.
Experience in cost estimating, control, change management, and cost analysis.
Knowledge of project controls, commercial operations, and financial issues.
Strong Excel (macro), database (MS Access), Power BI, and dashboard skills desirable.
Preferred
Project or Program related experience.
MS in Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Sciences (not required).
Compensation Base salary range: $160,700 – $250,000 per year. Individual pay is determined by experience, skills, and location.
Benefits Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, deferred compensation options, unlimited paid time off, paid holidays, floating holiday, caregiver leave, and potential performance bonuses.
Equal 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.
Application The position will remain open for at least 3 days from posting on November 11, 2025. Please contact Careers Support for reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.
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