This position will be as part of a joint venture team, and the selected candidate will be hired by Jacobs, one of the JV partners, or a teaming partner. Our onsite Program Management team in Chicago, IL is looking to add an experienced and collaborative Cost Controls Manager in support of a multi-billion-dollar airport capital Redevelopment Program. The redevelopment will occur in the middle of an active airport and the existing terminal and concourses will remain operational while the new facility is built in place in a phased approach. This position allows for the opportunity to be a major contributor to the growth of one of the busiest airports in the world as part of the program management team. Responsibilities * Manages the budget and cost information for all Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects. * Prepare and review Monthly Reports for the Program. * Reconciles monthly reporting with Department of Aviation (CDA) systems: CIPCS, CMS, and FMS. * Cost escalation review and related budget adjustments. * Develops Executive Working Group monthly updates and focus topic details, as needed, for CIP and Allowance projects. * Critical thinking skills to be able to take issues presented on a specific project and be able to analyze, research and prepare a recommendation for Senior Management review. * Be able to prepare presentation materials to convey messaging on specific project updates, as required, per the Airline Use and Lease Agreement and be able to present the material, as needed. * Detail oriented, manage multiple requests simultaneously and be able to prioritize assignments. * Meets deadlines, particularly for year-end financial reporting requirements that are time sensitive. * Responsible for ensuring Cost Controls deliverables are on time and at the required level of quality. * Monitor project budgets to ensure they remain within budget, raising issues early when budget issues arise, developing recommendations on how to address the issues. * Ensure effective and positive communication with Project Managers and the Client. * Other duties, as assigned. * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Project Management, Construction Management, or related field. * 10+ years of relevant experience in cost controls, budgeting, and financial management on large-scale programs. * Experience in aviation finance. * Ability to develop and evaluate major program cost estimates and extended budget projections to identify and quantify critical budgetary, cost, schedule, technical, and programmatic risk factors. * Experience with cost escalation analysis and related budget adjustments. * Familiarity with financial and project management systems commonly used in large-scale capital improvement programs (e.g., CIPCS, CMS, or FMS). * Exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities and meet critical deadlines. * Strong critical thinking and analytical skills to research issues, prepare recommendations, and present findings to senior management and clients. * Proficiency in preparing presentation materials and delivering clear, concise updates to diverse audiences. * Effective written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with project managers, clients, and stakeholders. * Ability to work onsite full-time at O’Hare International Airport with the program management team. Ideally, you’ll also have * Experience with CDA financial systems and processes. *Sponsorship in not available for this position* #EastPMCM #NorthPMCM #Aviation Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.