Senior Cost Control Lead - EVMS & Forecasting

Jacobs; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Stock purchase program

PPTO, holidays, caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior-Level Cost Control Analyst to support project controls on construction and engineering projects from planning through execution. You will partner with project managers, construction teams, and vendors to ensure accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting that drives strong project outcomes.

Ideal candidates will have 15+ years in project controls focusing on cost management, with EVMS experience and proficiency in Oracle, EcoSys, Unifier, Primavera P6, and MS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of experience in project controls with emphasis on cost management.
• Familiarity with construction contracts, field operations, and pay application processes.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional project environments.
• Willingness to travel for periodic on-site project support.
• Proficiency with cost and scheduling tools such as Oracle, EcoSys, Unifier, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, monitoring, and ongoing updates of project cost and progress metrics.
• Manage core cost control activities, including budget development and revisions, tracking scope changes and trends, and monthly expenditure and forecast reporting.
• Maintain accurate and timely data within cost management systems and tools.
• Analyze cost and revenue performance and recommend corrective actions to project leadership.
• Review contractor cost submissions and pay applications for accuracy and contract compliance.
• Track and report construction progress using Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Coordinate with contractors to gather weekly progress updates and upload data into project systems.
• Collaborate daily with project controls, construction teams, and vendors to support successful execution.

Skills

Project controls

Cost management

EVMS

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field

15+ years of experience in project controls with emphasis on cost management

Tools

Oracle

EcoSys

Unifier

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

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

Jacobs is seeking a passionate Senior-Level Cost Control Analyst to join our collaborative, high performing Project Controls team supporting construction and engineering projects from planning through execution. In this role, you’ll partner closely with project managers, construction teams, and vendors to ensure accurate cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting that drives strong project outcomes.

We’re looking for someone who brings curiosity, adaptability, and a passion for problem solving in a fast-paced environment. You’ll grow your expertise while contributing to a culture of inclusion, teamwork, and innovation—where every perspective is valued and every team member thrives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, monitoring, and ongoing updates of project cost and progress metrics.
• Manage core cost control activities, including budget development and revisions, tracking scope changes and trends and monthly expenditure and forecast reporting.
• Maintain accurate and timely data within cost management systems and tools.
• Analyze cost and revenue performance and recommend corrective actions to project leadership.
• Review contractor cost submissions and pay applications for accuracy and contract compliance.
• Track and report construction progress using Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Coordinate with contractors to gather weekly progress updates and upload data into project systems.
• Collaborate daily with project controls, construction teams, and vendors to support successful execution.
  
  
  

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in afast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 15 plus years of experience in project controls with emphasis on cost management.
• Familiarity with construction contracts, field operations, and pay application processes.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present cost insights clearly.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross functional project environments.
• Willingness to travel for periodic on site project support.
• Proficiency with cost and scheduling tools such as Oracle, EcoSys, Unifier and Primavera P6, Microsoft Project.
  
  
  

Ideally, you'll also have

• Certified Cost Professional (CCP).
• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Construction Manager (CCM).
  
  
  

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 $150,000.00 to $190,000.00. 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 July 10, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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.