Sr Project Controls Professional (Data Center)

Jacobs; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 123,600 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Sr Project Controls Professional for an on-site role supporting multiple projects across Spartanburg, SC, Baton Rouge, LA, Corpus Christi, TX, and broader U.S. sites.

The role focuses on cost control, scheduling, and accurate forecasting within a dedicated project controls team. You will lead cost and progress forecasts, manage budgets and change tracking, review pay applications, and ensure EVMS-driven reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 15+ years of project controls experience with cost management and field operations.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and pay applications.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel for on-site assignments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the setup, monitoring, and forecasting of project cost and progress metrics.
• Manage all cost control elements: budget development, scope changes, expenditures, and forecast reporting.
• Maintain data in cost control systems and tools.
• Analyze revenue and cost performance and advise project/ construction managers.
• Review and approve contractor pay applications per contract terms.
• Track construction progress using Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Coordinate with contractors to collect and upload weekly progress data.

Skills

Cost management

EVMS

Earned Value Management

Communication

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

EcoSys

Unifier

Synchro

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 are seeking an experienced Sr Project Controls Professional to support an ongoing site‑based assignment in Spartanburg, SC, Baton Rouge, LA, or Corpus Christi, TX, and 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.

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field — or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in project controls, with a strong focus on cost management and field operations.
• Familiarity with construction contracts and pay application processes.
• Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).
• 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.

Software Proficiency

• Oracle
• Primavera P6
• Microsoft Project
• EcoSys
• Unifier
• Synchro

Industry‑Recognized Certifications

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

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 $123,600.00 to $170,000.00. 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 15, 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.