Project Manager

About the Role

As part of Jacobs' global Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) team, you will serve as an Owner’s Representative, managing public-sector projects from inception through occupancy. This client-facing role focuses on ensuring adherence to schedule, cost, scope, contract compliance, and safety across multiple simultaneous projects valued at $15–20M each. You will report directly to the Program Manager or Regional Manager and work on-site with the client’s program management team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall project delivery, including cost, schedule, quality, information, and contracts for multiple assignments.
• Manage project development from conception through completion in alignment with program objectives.
• Develop and maintain budgets, schedules, scope, design/construction contracts, documents, procedures, and controls.
• Review and approve consultant invoices, contractor pay applications, and change orders; coordinate with the Control Manager for reporting.
• Create and negotiate Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and contracts using client-standard documents.
• Ensure construction adherence to design requirements.
• Attend Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings to monitor progress, report to end-users, and resolve project issues.
• Resolve complex design and construction-related disputes or disagreements.
• Monitor variances in project databases for scheduling and cost control.
• Serve as the primary client contact, requiring excellent communication skills.
• Work independently in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture (preferred).
• 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager in an Owner, Engineering, Environmental, or Construction organization.
• Direct oversight experience of Design Consultants and Contractors.
• 10+ years of experience in a project-related technical field.
• Strong knowledge of pre-design/pre-construction, building systems, contract management, project delivery methods, and client relationship-building.

Preferred certifications: Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Professional Engineer (PE), or Architect license.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan (for eligible employees).
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Eligibility for merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock rewards (role-dependent).

Pay

Base salary range: $130,000–$160,000. Individual pay is determined by work location, skills, experience, and relevant education/training.

Job posted on June 23, 2026. Onsite employees are expected to work full-time at a Jacobs Workplace as required by their role.