Senior Project Controls (LSNA-VA)

Jacobs; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 124,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with stock purchase option

Unlimited PPTO + 7 holidays

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is hiring a Senior Project Controls professional for Richmond/Goochland, VA to support our Program Management Team. You will lead forecasting, cost engineering, reporting, and subcontractor invoicing for large capital projects.

You will collaborate across disciplines, manage budgets, schedules, and vendor agreements, and drive financial performance for EPCM initiatives. A strong background in project controls, Power BI, and enterprise systems is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related discipline; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree
• 10+ years of experience supporting large capital projects in construction management, site logistics, project controls, operations, or project management
• Experience managing CM service budgets, forecasts, staffing plans, and project financial performance
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, invoicing and financial reporting knowledge
• Experience managing subcontractors, purchase orders and pass-through costs
• Experience reviewing project expenses and ensuring policy compliance
• Understanding of construction site operations, logistics, and support services for large-scale projects
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiar with Oracle, SAP, EcoSys, Power BI, or similar tools
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and stakeholder mgmt
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

• Provide solid forecasting, cost engineering, reporting and subcontractor invoicing
• Support program management teams on performance tracking and financial governance
• Mentor and develop project controls and site operations personnel

Skills

Excel proficiency

Project controls

Budget forecasting

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related

Tools

Oracle

SAP

EcoSys

Power BI

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 Senior Project Controls in Richmond/Goochland, VA to support our Program Management Team.

You will 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

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related discipline; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree
• 10+ years of experience supporting large capital projects in construction management, site logistics, project controls, operations, or project management.
• Demonstrated experience managing Construction Management (CM) service budgets, forecasts, staffing plans, and project financial performance.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, invoicing, and financial reporting processes.
• Experience managing subcontractors, purchase orders, service agreements, and pass-through costs associated with project execution.
• Experience reviewing and approving project-related expenses and ensuring compliance with company policies and client requirements.
• Strong understanding of construction site operations, logistics planning, and support services required for large-scale project execution.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with enterprise systems such as Oracle, SAP, EcoSys, Power BI, or other project controls and financial management platforms.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting fast-paced project environments with minimal supervision.

Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have

• Experience supporting EPCM or EPC projects exceeding $500M in total installed cost.
• Experience leading site logistics, construction support services, or field operations for major industrial, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, infrastructure, or energy projects.
• Knowledge of project delivery systems, project controls processes, and financial management practices.
• Familiarity with General Conditions management, field cost control, and construction indirect cost forecasting.
• PMP, CCM, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience mentoring and developing project controls, logistics, or site operations personnel.
• Advanced Power BI reporting and data analytics experience.

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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about.

• 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 $123,600.00 to $200,000.00. 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 13, 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.