Project Controls (LSNA-NC)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 103,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a seasoned Project Controls professional in the Raleigh area to support the Program Management Team. You will lead cost engineering, forecasting, reporting, and subcontractor invoicing on complex projects.

The role requires 7+ years in cost/control roles, strong leadership, and expertise with EcoSys, Primavera Unifier, and related tools. Onsite role with comprehensive benefits and competitive base salary.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in cost engineering, project controls, or related field.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience developing and maintaining project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Strong analytical skills for cost performance and trends.
• Excellent presentation skills to engage leadership teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with advanced formulas and pivot tables.
• Experience with project controls and cost software (EcoSys, Primavera Unifier, SAP/Oracle).
• Ability to perform cost forecasting, cash flow analysis, and variance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Provide solid forecasting, cost engineering, reporting and subcontractor invoicing.
• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Prepare cost reports for engineering, construction or capital projects.
• Communicate cost performance insights to leadership teams.

Skills

Cost engineering

Project controls

Leadership

Budget forecasting

Cost reporting

Excel skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder communication

EcoSys

Primavera Unifier

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Primavera Unifier

EcoSys IPCS

Polaris

SAP

Oracle

Job description

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

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 professional in the Raleigh Area to support our Program Management Team.

You’ll have the chance to work on this team providing solid forecasting, cost engineering, reporting and subcontractor invoicing.

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

• 7+ years of experience in cost engineering, project controls, project management, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams while fostering a collaborative and accountable work environment.
• Experience developing and maintaining project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports for engineering, construction, or capital projects.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate cost performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations.
• Excellent presentation skills with a proven ability to effectively engage leadership teams, facilitate discussions, and communicate key messages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
• Experience with project controls and cost management software such as EcoSys, Primavera Unifier, SAP, Oracle, or similar systems.
• Ability to perform cost forecasting, estimate reconciliation, cash flow analysis, and variance reporting.

Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Finance, or other business management related degree
• Experience supporting EPCM, industrial, life sciences, infrastructure, advanced facilities, or energy projects.
• Experience with Primavera Unifier, EcoSys IPCS, and Polaris, plus other proprietary system tools
• Familiarity with change management, risk management, and contingency tracking processes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative project team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.

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#LI-SH1

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 $102,900.00 to $175,000.00. 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 .