Senior Planning Engineer - Project Controls Job in Jacobs

Project Controls Lead

About Jacobs

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

The world needs innovators and problem solvers who turn challenges into greater opportunities. At Jacobs, we push the limits of what s possible to make the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable. In our life sciences work, that means designing spaces that foster innovation, cultivate collaboration, and drive the next great discovery for humanity. Bring your expertise, collaborative spirit to the team, and we will help you to grow, pursue & fulfill what drives you.

In this role, you will be responsible for project delivery, design management, and project management for positioning and winning projects involving a range of services. The role will be instrumental in collaborating with commercial, project management, engineering, and design technical leaders to create opportunities for Jacobs to plan, develop, deliver, and operate a range of projects.

About the Opportunity

In our life sciences work, that means designing spaces that foster innovation, cultivate collaboration, and drive sustainable & effective solutions for the globe. Bring your expertise, collaborative spirit to the team, and we will help you to grow, pursue & fulfill what drives you.

Key Responsibilities

• Supports the Project Manager (PM) and Construction Manager (CM) in monitoring and maintaining control of cost and schedule performance through a Project Controls System, including earned value management, key performance indicators, risk management, and change control.
• In coordination with the PM/CM, routinely interfaces with senior client management regarding program planning and execution. Frequently interfaces and coordinates with Project Manager, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management in developing schedules, budgets, and monitoring performance.
• Create and implement project controls plans to support contract requirements and the successful execution of project controls.
• Conducts interactive planning (IAP) meetings and program/project status briefings for internal and external representatives/stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain resource-loaded P6 project schedule.
• Develop & implement intermediate milestones for critical packages to manage timely delivery.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on progress, cost, and schedule variances and forecasts.
• Flags significant projected overruns or underruns.
• Analyze cost and schedule impact based on RFIs/Change Orders.
• Analyze and evaluate project status and recommend corrective actions.
• Familiar with high-tech or other fast-based building construction.
• Knowledge of Indian statutory requirements & documentation for all project stages.
• Comply with company policies and procedures on the project.
• Effectively communicate and work closely with the project team, client, sub-consultants, and main contractors.

Qualifications

• B.Tech. in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering with 15+ years of experience in design engineering consulting organization. At least 7 years of experience on medium to large EPCm/PMC industrial Projects as PCM or Project Controls Lead role.
• Competent to use Project Tools such as Primavera (P6) & Microsoft Project along with the normal requirements for Office, intermediate to advanced Excel knowledge. Experience on EcoSys will be an added advantage.
• Must be able to travel locally and occasionally globally.

Why Jacobs

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions we re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means, and space to maximize your potential. You ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to do good too from participating in our global giving and volunteering program to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals all at a single global company.