Project Manager - Buildings

At Jacobs, we’re challenging the present 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. Within our Cities & Places line of business, we create thriving, resilient, and sustainable environments through world‑class architecture, planning, engineering, and program delivery. What You’ll Do Manage small to medium‑sized programs, task orders, and multidisciplinary projects within the Cities & Places portfolio. Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, ensuring responsive, solutions‑focused communication. Lead project planning, including scope development, schedule management, work planning, coordination, and risk mitigation. Oversee project financials: budget tracking, forecasting, cost control, invoicing coordination, and change management. Coordinate with architectural, engineering, planning, consulting, and support teams to ensure on‑time, high‑quality deliverables. Navigate and apply Jacobs’ project delivery processes, tools, and governance requirements. Prepare and deliver project status updates, dashboards, reports, and documentation for both internal and external stakeholders. Support proposals, task order responses, and other business development activities within existing and emerging Microsoft Service Agreements (MSAs). Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all project activities. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field—or equivalent professional experience. 6+ years of experience managing small to midscale architecture, engineering, planning, or consulting projects. Solid grasp of project management fundamentals: scope, schedule, budget, risk, and client communication. Knowledge and implementation of financial acumen, including estimating and monitoring ETC/EAC and earned value. Ability to operate independently with limited oversight while managing multiple projects or task orders. Familiarity with project management tools and workflows (e.g., MS Project, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Oracle, Polaris, or similar platforms). Strong communication skills and experience working with multidisciplinary teams. Ideally, You’ll Also Have Experience supporting or managing projects under Master Service Agreements (MSAs), IDIQs, or task order contract structures. Prior experience delivering projects within the Cities & Places market sectors (buildings, civic, corporate, higher ed, planning, etc.). PMP, PgMP, or other recognized project management certification. Experience with large firm project delivery frameworks. Familiarity with architectural/engineering production workflows and technical coordination. Demonstrated ability to build trusted client relationships and contribute to growth opportunities. Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about: medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; a 401(k) plan; the ability to purchase company stock at a discount; deferred compensation plans or Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees. 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. The base salary range for this position is $92,000.00 to $125,000.00. 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. We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jacobs