Senior Material Controller; LSNA-PA

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.

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state‑of‑the‑art facilities that are changing our world.

As a Senior Material Controller for Life Sciences North America (LSNA), you will be responsible for all material management aspects of purchased major capital equipment and materials for mid‑ to large‑sized projects (Total Installed Cost $50M – $750M). The Senior Material Controller applies functional knowledge and existing methodologies to solve complex problems while implementing innovative solutions. You will lead projects, manage team members, and drive ongoing activities or objectives.

• Develop upfront materials planning activities such as creating the Material Control Execution Plan (MCEP), establishing Material Control Strategies, and developing project‑specific templates, reports and tools.
• Provide general discipline guidance to Construction Management & Procurement Professionals assigned to the Project, including on‑the‑job training, support, guidance, and material management systems instruction.
• Use critical thinking and problem solving to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the Project’s Materials Management efforts.
• Utilize established policies, procedures, systems, and tools.
• Review Shipment Release Request related supplier documentation and ensure Shipment Authorizations are approved in accordance with terms and conditions agreed within the purchase order and the Material Control Execution Plan.
• Coordinate the receipt of purchased equipment and prepare and issue Material Receiving Reports (MRRs), Overage/Shortage/Damage Reports (OS&D), and Equipment Preservation Log to accomplish project or group objectives and obligations.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, logistics, or operations management, or equivalent years of experience.
• 10+ years of experience in capital equipment field materials management.
• 5+ years of experience in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Projects (or related industry).
• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• 5+ years of experience using Materials Management software and/or Enterprise Purchasing Systems such as SAP, Oracle, Net Suite, Smart Materials.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Strong problem‑solving and organizational skills.
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.
• Willingness to indirectly lead and mentor a team of material control professionals.

Location:

Onsite role in Wilmington, Delaware.

Salary: $98,900.00 to $. Pay is determined by location, experience, and other factors.

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 February 19, 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.

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