Sr. Project Manager- Healthcare Construction

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As a global leader of Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) services with projects ranging from $1 million to programs of up to $10 billion, Jacobs delivers award-winning Design and/or Construction Management projects for public and private sector clients. From the pre-construction phase through first patient we function as stewards of our clients' goals and aspirations.

As a Senior Project Manager , you will play a key role in delivering the long‑term capital improvement program for a major healthcare system in San Diego. Your work will span both routine capital projects—such as medical and imaging equipment upgrades—and larger, complex initiatives including the design and construction of a new hospital.

You will lead multiple small to mid‑scale healthcare projects from initiation through closeout. Responsibilities include:

• Developing RFPs, evaluating proposals, and recommending award
• Leading contract negotiations and managing design and construction teams
• Coordinating with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs)
• Overseeing stakeholder engagement, schedule and cost management, and reporting
• Providing executive‑level updates and ensuring successful project delivery
• Serving as an on‑site representative, collaborating directly with healthcare system leadership

For larger master‑plan efforts—such as new hospital or medical office building construction—you will support the broader delivery team and take ownership of specific project components. You may:

• Represent the Owner in design cluster groups
• Lead the management of a department, floor, or defined project zone
• Support financial and administrative functions, including change order review/negotiation, forecasting, cash flow reporting, and executive presentations

Your role keeps our company connected and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful. 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 construction management or a related field, or equivalent combination of healthcare and significant related experience
• 12+ years of related healthcare design and construction project management experience
• Strong working knowledge of design, pre-construction, building systems components and technology, contract management (GMP/ lump sum), team building and client relationship building
• Experience delivering OSHPD 1 Projects
• Experience delivering new construction projects

Ideally, You Will Have:

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), CM-Lean, DBIA Professional, Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect license/certification

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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 February 19, 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
San Diego	California	United States