Project Controls Manager

At Jacobs, we are 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 turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact We are looking for a Project Controls Manager to lead a group of dedicated project controls professionals that support the Canada portfolio of projects. As a people manager, you will provide guidance to your team, oversee recruitment and onboarding, and ensure team members are motivated and engaged. You will collaborate with other managers and leaders to align your goals with our Project Delivery Services vision and strategy. The team will develop, monitor, track, analyze, forecast, and report on project budgets, estimates to complete, commitments, expenditures, progress, productivity, cost at completion, WBS cost coding, subcontracts, and change management. The incumbent can be based at any Jacobs office location. Key Roles and Responsibilities Monitor and manage team performance, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance reviews. Manage the team's utilization and billability goals for the fiscal year. Identify and address team issues, resolve conflicts, and foster a positive and collaborative work culture. Recruit, train, and mentor new and existing team members, providing career advice and opportunities. Communicate and implement organizational policies, procedures, and standards. Coordinate and delegate tasks and projects to team members, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. Collaborate with other managers and leaders to align team objectives with organizational goals and strategies. Report on team progress, achievements, and challenges to senior management. Provide technical guidance to other project controls staff in project financial status. Assist Operations Leadership with their financial plans as needed. For a small set of projects, help set up, monitor & report earned value progress measurement systems, including analysis based on input from project leads. Facilitate accurate labor cost tracking, reporting, and contract compliance across diverse project types. What You’ll Need BS or BA in Cost Management, Engineering, Project Management, Business, Accounting or Finance. 10+ years of experience in project controls or related industry expertise. Proficient computer skills using MS Office tools; Excel skills are a must. Good verbal and written communication skills and a desire to work with details. Strong supervisor skills and enjoyment mentoring and training staff. Reside within the Canada Region to accommodate common work shift hours. Benefits and Culture Jacobs welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We empower employees with a hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations 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, please contact the team via Careers Support. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Industries Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services and IT Consulting Location Surrey, Burnaby, Delta, British Columbia, Canada #J-18808-Ljbffr