Sr. Project Manager - Buildings

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Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their various facilities that are shaping our world. We're looking for an experienced and collaborative Sr. Project Manager- Buildings who thrives when people are in sync and projects are running not just on time but within budget. Based at a client site in the Los Angeles area, reporting directly to the client and working alongside other project managers, you’ll be responsible not only for the overall project delivery, but also for the management of the project development from conception through completion in accordance with program objectives.  You''ll manage and provide construction oversight and resolve complex construction project related issues, disputes and disagreements. As the onsite Owners Representative, you’ll be responsible for ensuring not only the progress and technical performance of a project, but also the material management, schedule, cost, scope and safety of the team. 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 education and significant related experience.
• 17+ years professional project/construction management experience
• Proven experience in managing large programs with projects having construction values in excess of $50 million (not cumulative)
• Proven experience in educational facility construction, public works or large commercial projects (may include projects outside of California)
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management (gmp/ lump sum), project delivery methods, team building and client relationship building
• Strong working knowledge in vendor procurements, change order negotiation, budget and schedule management, operational governances, client satisfaction and management,
• Develop project engineer’s careers and development.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Proven experience with projects on active Community College campuses, focused on modernization and new construction using both conventional and alternative delivery methods
• Work experience with Bond-funded programs
• Experience with Design Build
• Experience with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS)
• Experience with DSA and AHJ’s
• Significant California University experience, especially in Southern California
• Experience with Programs greater than $250 Million installed cost
• Well versed in Public Contract Code
• Experience in Design Management
• Experience with Deferred Maintenance projects
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), 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 January 26, 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
Los Angeles	California	United States