Role Overview
Jacobs is hiring a mid-level Project Controls Professional. This is a contract role in Washington. The posted range is $70k to $96k. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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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
This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.
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 driven and curious teammates to support our Program Management Team.
As a Project Controls Professional and a key member of our team, you’ll have the chance to work on project teams using your expertise in forecasting, change management, cost management, scheduling/planning, resource loading, critical path analysis, project budget analysis, project earn value measurement tracking, risk management, proposals, cashflow and reporting tools. You will assist with managing the overall program cost controls and reporting function by providing client management, updates, and presentations at all levels of management.
Multiple opportunities are available to support home office engineering or to be a part of one of our construction teams with projects located throughout the United States.
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 (field)
- Track and report on progress using Earned Value Management (EVM)
- Coordinate with contractors or discipline leads to collect and upload weekly progress data (field)
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
- and 2+ years of full time professional experience in project controls
- Familiarity with construction contracts and pay application processes
- Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
- Experience with schedule development and maintenance
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with project controls teams, project managers, construction teams, and vendors
- Willingness and ability to travel for on-site assignments or business trips
Ideally, You’ll Also Have
- Oracle
- Primavera P6
- Microsoft Project
- EcoSys
- Unifier
- Synchro
- Industry-recognized certifications such as
- 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 $69,500.00 to $95,500.00. 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 November 19, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Project Controls Professional position at Jacobs?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Jacobs. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Project Controls Professional position at Jacobs located?
This position is based in Washington. Jacobs has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
How much does the Project Controls Professional role at Jacobs pay?
Jacobs has posted a compensation range of $70k to $96k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.
When was the Project Controls Professional role at Jacobs posted?
This role was posted on March 31, 2026 (69 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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