Construction Permitting Manager (LSNA-VA)

Industry

Life Science

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 Construction Permitting Manager to grow with our team.

As a Construction Permitting Manager out of our Life Science North America (LSNA) group, you’ll have the chance to work on various Life Science projects based out of our Richmond, VA office.  You’ll work with the best Engineers and Project Managers in the business, as well as gain experience working directly with the project Contractors. We want you to be empowered to deliver the boldest solutions to the challenges faced everyday on construction projects.

In this position, you’ll ensure that construction projects, at some of the world’s largest life science manufacturer’s, are completed safely, on time, on budget, and exceed the standards and expectations of our clients.  A successful construction manager carefully plans and manages the project, communicates exceptionally well with the project team, and tirelessly works to mitigate or resolve project risks that threaten schedule, budget, safety, or quality.  

You should be a self-motivated professional with 8 or more years of experience within life science construction project administration and/or engineering.  

As a Construction Permitting Manager, your duties will include the following: 

• Responsible for the AHJ permitting process onsite

• Responsible for ensuring all required permits for construction have been obtained. Owner/CM/Contractor

• Discipline inspection process and governance. 

• Discipline inspection readiness walkdowns 

• Responsible for scheduling discipline inspections

• Ownership of relationships with local and state AHJ

• Accountable for TCO for contracted scope

• Maintain official project documentation files and logs.

• Ensure all construction is in compliance with design specifications and drawings

• Work to build a cooperative partnership between the client, contractor, and all stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of project issues and the overall success of the project. 

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, motivation 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 either Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or other; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree

•8+ years of experience with local, state and federal codes as it relates to construction permits and certificate of occupancy. 

• Experience working with contractors as it relates to AHJ inspections

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Intimate knowledge of VA local, state and federals codes

• Preferable previous employment as an AHJ or commercial building inspector in VA or USA

• Advanced knowledge of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) systems, architectural systems, clean room knowledge a plus, and general building construction & maintenance 

• Knowledge and familiarity with updating of project schedules from Level 1 thru Level 4 detail, include use and operation of scheduling software; Primavera (P6), MS Project or other.

• Working knowledge in construction project sequencing and ability to utilize 3D technologies such as BIM360, REVIT or other.

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

111,500.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

185,000.00

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 $111,500.00 to $185,000.00. 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 August 13, 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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Goochland	Virginia	United States
Richmond	Virginia	United States