Project Controls Professional (46208)

Location

Tempe, Arizona, United States

Capabilities

Project Controls

Office Setup

Office/Onsite

Job ID

#46208

Industry

Advanced Manufacturing

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 looking to add a Project Controls Professional to join our team based in the Western U.S. The ideal candidate will report to our Phoenix, AZ or Portland, OR office. If you’re looking for a challenge, consider joining our team where you will be a major contributor to the growth of exciting projects in our Electronics group. You will work with the project controls team to provide weekly financial updates and prepare for and participate in monthly project reviews. You’ll monitor budgets against actual costs and forecasts, ensuring accurate cost tracking.

Here's what you'll need

• 5+ years professional experience in the engineering consulting industry as a project controls professional setting up projects, managing budgets and schedules, and monitoring subcontracts.

• An understanding of accounting fundamentals and practices.

• Computer skills (Advanced Excel skills, working knowledge within Word, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint)

• An aptitude to learn.

• Ability to solve a range of basic problems and analyze possible solutions.

• Perform a range of straight-forward assignments.

• • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Cost Management, Engineering, Project Management, Accounting or Finance or equivalent work experience in lieu of education.

• Experience working in EcoSys (IPCS), and reporting.

• • Experience in using and understanding earned value progress and experience in all phases of home office engineering

• Experience with a variety of contract mechanisms (Time & Materials [T&M], Lump Sum, Cost Plus Fee, Unit Price/T&M).

• Previous experience and understanding of client contracts, bid and proposal documents.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

87,700.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

120,600.00

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 $87,700.00 to $120,600.00. 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 01, 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.