Project Controls; LSNA

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. We transform abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We are seeking a Project Controls professional for our Cincinnati, OH and Indianapolis, IN locations. The role involves leading project controls for award-winning projects, working with the project team to ensure awareness of project cost and risks, and providing alternative mitigation strategies.

• Perform the program and project controls for assigned projects, including managing the overall project controls and reporting function.
• Interfacing with engineering, construction, procurement, planning, IT, accounting, economics and finance, tax, contracts and legal to ensure compliance with execution strategy and cost objectives.
• Provide status reports and reporting analyses to company and client management; identify problems and coordinate with the project team to coordinate work across departments and offices to meet cost requirements.
• Prepare project cost controls plans and reports, financial summaries, and related activities for project management; manage processes and procedures for cost management; evaluate projects at each development stage to ensure cost and financial control; review contract drafts and terms to ensure alignment with cost controls.
• Contribute to design of a career path and participate in ongoing project delivery improvements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
• 8+ years of related project controls experience in an EPCM industry environment (preferred).
• Experience with cost engineering functions including cost estimating, cost control, change management and cost analysis.
• Experience using Primavera (P6) scheduling tool and Schedule Analysis/Acumen Fuse.
• Experience in project controls and financial aspects of projects; ability to coordinate issues across projects.

• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Ability to develop cost and schedule analyses and present them graphically and verbally.
• MS in Engineering, Business Administration or Construction Sciences (not required).
• Excel macros, databases (MS Access), Power BI and dashboard development skills are desirable.

Hybrid role; based in Cincinnati, OH or Indianapolis, IN. Requires in-office presence at least 2 days per week.

Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; 401(k) with company stock purchase option; deferred compensation options; unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for eligible full-time employees, seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, and potential eligibility for merit increases, discretionary bonuses, and stock-based rewards.

Base salary range: $ to $. Final pay is determined by location, skills, experience and education.

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 January 22, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and support a hybrid working policy that allows split weeks between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support.