Design Project Manager - Defense Contractors

Overview At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted to shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. We solve 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 Your impact occurs when you lead Defense Contractor projects such as production facilities for aircraft, ships, and rocket motors, and campus buildouts. As a member of our team, you will lead design projects consisting of multi‑discipline teams of engineers and architects from design kick‑off through construction. You will primarily support federal projects for Defense Contractors or Department of Defense and Federal Civilian clients using Design‑Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, and other Lean Design‑Build delivery methods. Responsibilities Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, completing them 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 coordinating with discipline directors and design leads for specific budget and scope definition, then lead 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. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture. Experience as a client‑facing Design Project Manager managing multiple disciplines. US Citizenship. Desired Qualifications Professional Registration (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) preferred; Project Management Institute (PMI) certification considered. Demonstrated design and project management experience within Federal and/or DOD markets. Project management and project execution experience with Defense Industrial Clients. Experience leading design teams in Design‑Build contracts. Location Fort Worth, TX and San Antonio, TX. Benefits Our health and welfare benefits include 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. Compensation The base salary range for this position is $111,500.00 to $177,700.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jacobs