Project Controls Professional (Data Center)

Jacobs Solutions Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 103,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs Solutions Inc. in Spartanburg, SC is seeking a skilled Project Controls Professional to support an on-site assignment in Spartanburg, SC or Baton Rouge, LA, with future projects across the U.S. You will lead cost control, forecasting, and progress tracking for complex data-center projects.

The role requires 4+ years in project controls and EVM proficiency, plus strong collaboration with construction teams and vendors. A related bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in project controls, estimating, scheduling or planning with cost focus.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and pay applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for on-site assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, monitoring, and forecasting of project cost and progress metrics.
• Manage all cost control elements, including budget updates, scope changes, 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 contractual compliance.
• Track and report construction progress using Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Coordinate with contractors to collect and upload weekly progress data into project systems.

Skills

Project controls

Cost management

Forecasting

EVM tracking

Contractor payments

Collaboration

Pay applications

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle

MS Project

EcoSys

Unifier

Job description

Project Controls Professional (Data Center)

Spartanburg, South Carolina, United States

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 are seeking an experienced Project Controls Professional to support an ongoing site-based assignment in Spartanburg, SC or Baton Rouge, LA, 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.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project controls, estimating, scheduling or planning, with a strong focus on field operations and cost management.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and pay application processes.
• 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:

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

Proficiency in project controls and scheduling software, including:

• Oracle
• Microsoft Project
• EcoSys
• Unifier

Industry-recognized certifications such as:

• Certified Cost Professional (CCP)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

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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 $141,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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 October 23, 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 .