Sr. Project Manager- Aerospace

Industry

Transportation

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

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and curious client-focused Project Manager to grow with our team. 

As a Senior Project Manager, you will have the opportunity to support a major aerospace client on high profile construction programs located in the greater Wichita, Kansas area. This dynamic, large scale program involves the safe, efficient delivery of multiple mid to large scale capital facilities projects and requires a strong focus on project management excellence.

In this role, you will collaborate with industry leading engineers and project managers while working closely with a diverse group of stakeholders within the client’s organization. You will provide leadership across all phases of project delivery, including planning, design, procurement, construction, and closeout.

Key responsibilities include leading communication and coordination efforts with all stakeholders, team chartering, managing scope to project budgets, reports, change management and leading junior team members. Review and alignment of project schedules and contract values, and providing on site oversight of all craft trades. You will play a critical role during the planning phase by developing detailed scopes of work, execution strategies, and budgetary estimates. Your expertise in negotiation, project controls, and construction management will help drive successful outcomes while maintaining schedule, budget, and quality expectations.

By building strong, trust based relationships with the client and project teams, you will contribute directly to the success of both the client’s capital program and Jacobs’ continued growth in the aerospace sector.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration with related experience
• 10+ years of experience working on Facility Capital Improvement projects especially manufacturing and assembly facilities
• Knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, project delivery systems, and manufacturing facilities capital projects.
• Skilled in using Microsoft business tools for data reporting, communications, and presentations (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, etc.)

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Project Management Professional (PMP),
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification, or
• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

154,700.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

212,700.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $154,700.00 to $212,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on April 29, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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Locations

City State Country
Mcpherson	Kansas	United States
Lawrence	Kansas	United States
Wichita	Kansas	United States