Design Project Manager - Federal

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, completed on time, within project and construction budgets and in accordance with agreed scope
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the client from beginning to end
• Develop the project proposal fees and scope by coordination with discipline directors and design leads for specific budget and scope definition to then lead in fee negotiations with the client
• Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders, and conduct status review meetings among project team members and clients through project execution
• Determine, monitor and manage financial project metrics, schedules and staffing requirements for each project
• Guide the overall development and quality of the project documents and adherence with Jacobs Quality Program

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture
• Experience as a client facing Design Project Manager managing multiple disciplines
• US Citizenship
• Professional Registration (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) is preferred
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification will be considered
• Demonstrated design and project management experience within Federal and/or DOD markets
• Experience leading design teams in Design-Build contracts

Qualifications

• Experience with federal projects for DoD clients, Federal Civilian, and various Defense Contractors with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods
• Ability to lead projects by effective, skilled project management techniques to enhance the design solutions, leverage project delivering costs, and add value to the business
• Ability to play an integral role in forming long-term client relationships, engaging team members on projects, and collaborating with talented resources throughout Jacobs

Skills

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Proficient in project management tools and methodologies
• Knowledge of federal contracting processes and regulations

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan
• Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy
• Seven paid holidays
• Caregiver leave
• Merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock options

Pay

$150,000.00 to $170,000.00

Schedule

Hybrid working policy allowing split work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.