Project Controls Sr. Manager

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 are dedicated to more than just building structures; we strive to help our clients innovate and grow. We achieve this by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of various facilities that shape our world. We are currently looking for an experienced and collaborative Sr. Manager, Project Cost Controls who thrives in a synchronized team environment, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

This unique opportunity is remote, hybrid, or at a client site in Houston, reporting directly to the Program Manager and the client. Your primary responsibility will involve managing project costs in alignment with program objectives. You will provide cost control support and resolve complex cost-related issues, disputes, and disagreements.

As a key member of our program support team, you will assist the Program Manager and project teams with forecasting, change management, cost management, project budget analysis, earned value measurement tracking, risk management, proposal review, cash flow management, and reporting tools.

Your role as Sr. Manager, Project Cost Controls is essential to keeping our program on track. We are fully committed to supporting you with all the resources you need to succeed in your role, providing reassurance and instilling confidence in your contributions.

At Jacobs, we’re not only building structures; we’re partnering globally to achieve the best project outcomes. As Sr. Manager, Project Cost Controls, you will play a vital role in these collaborations, contributing to our impactful mission.

• Review and understand the project contract, administering project controls that comply with contract requirements.
• Implement and execute effective controls to proactively support, monitor, and communicate budget statuses, actual costs, and forecasts for projects.
• Support the development of accurate and timely project cost forecasts in collaboration with lead staff and project management. These forecasts should be valued and utilized by the project team to enhance overall project management.
• Develop and issue timely cost reports, preparing cost analysis narratives that include recommendations for corrective actions used by the project team.
• Create and distribute status reports for clients and internal teams, effectively communicating cost statuses and trends.
• Review and recommend the approval of pay applications and invoices from contractors, architects, and consultants, ensuring billing accuracy from both accounting and project completion perspectives.
• Manage and oversee procedures for cost control and information systems.
• Ensure the accuracy of program and project contingencies, allowances, and remaining amounts for reporting to clients and the project team.
• Process contract change orders and invoice payments within client systems.
• Complete audit reporting from vendors and customers.
• Update weekly and monthly project reports using inputs from project staff and clients.
• Coordinate with contractors regarding cost-loaded schedules and cash flow forecasts.
• Review contractor proposals for compliance with contract requirements related to cost, fees, allowances, and allowable markups.

• A minimum of 15 years of relevant work experience.
• Excellent communication skills and a solid understanding of technical terminology.
• A willingness to learn about program and project cost tracking practices.
• Strong writing skills.
• Understanding of the relationships between estimating, planning/scheduling, cost control, and risk management functions.
• Proficient working knowledge of MS Excel.

• Experience with a Project Management Control System.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Project.
• Ability to develop cost and management presentations in graphical, written, and verbal formats.

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