GBS Project Manager

Jacobs; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical care

Life insurance

Flexible benefits

Holiday allowance

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Jacobs in Kraków is seeking a senior Project Manager to lead medium to large-scale projects across our global organization. You will plan, govern and deliver initiatives on time, within scope, and within budget.

The role emphasizes stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration and adopting standard PM practices. You will mentor junior team members and drive continuous improvements in project management.

Hybrid work option available, with private medical care and other benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Project Management, IT, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of international, matrixed project experience.
• Proven track record leading implementations and migrations.
• Experience with digital transformation or software deployment projects.
• PMP or PRINCE2 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large projects from initiation through closure.
• Develop plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, issues and budgets.
• Drive governance and project reporting for transparency.
• Collaborate with stakeholders within GBS and across the global organization.
• Mentor team members and promote PM practices.

Job description

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 deliver projects that truly make a difference — from smart manufacturing and sustainable water systems to modern infrastructure and cutting-edge technologies.

Our solutions support the development of cities, industries, and innovation, addressing today’s challenges both locally and globally.

As part of the Project Management Office (PMO), this role is responsible for leading medium to large-scale projects from initiation through successful delivery. The position focuses on project planning, governance, stakeholder management, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure strategic initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large scale projects from initiation through closure, ensuring successful delivery against business objectives, timelines, budget, scope and quality targets


• Manage project plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, issues and stakeholder expectations across multiple business functions


• Drive governance, decision-making processes and project reporting to ensure transparency and effective project execution


• Partner closely with stakeholders within GBS and across the global organization to align priorities and achieve desired business outcomes


• Support and drive the OneGBS approach across the organization by promoting collaboration, standardization and knowledge sharing


• Analyze project status and proactively recommend adjustments to scope, schedule, resources or budget as needed


• Facilitate collaboration across cross-functional teams and ensure effective communication between all project participants


• Communicate project status, risks, dependencies, accomplishments and key decisions to senior stakeholders and leadership teams


• Lead change-related activities supporting successful adoption of project outcomes and sustainable business value realization


• Manage relationships with external partners and vendors, when applicable


• Mentor less experienced project team members and contribute to continuous improvement of project management practices and standards

Here’s what you’ll need

• Master's degree in Project Management, IT, Finance, Accounting (or in related field)


• 5+ years of progressive experience international and matrixed organizations


• Successful record of leading implementations, integrations and work migrations projects


• Exposure to digital transformation, system implementations, process automation or software deployment projects


• Excellent management skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Stakeholder management skills, including working with senior leadership


• Ability to organize and prioritize workload, multitask and meet required deadlines


• Ability to work in fast-paced business environment with evolving priorities and persevere through challenges and ambiguity


• PMP, PRINCE2, PMP or equivalent project management certification


• Experience leading technical and technology-enabled projects or projects delivered in partnership with IT teams (optional)

We offer

• The opportunity to work in an experienced team within a global company operating across all areas of infrastructure investment


• A comprehensive benefits package private medical care, additional life insurance, flexible benefits selection via the MyBenefit platform, support for employees and their families in challenging life situations, and much more


• Holiday allowance ("Wczasy pod gruszą")


• Flexible start times (between 730 AM and 1000 AM).


• Option to work from the office or in a hybrid model


• Learn more about our benefits and work culture here!

We believe that by being inclusive, we bring ourselves closer together and foster greater creativity. We welcome people as they are. Learn more here.

As an employer committed to supporting individuals with disabilities, we ensure that all candidates who meet the role requirements are invited to interview.

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Join us and build your career in an international environment, alongside people who are passionate about shaping the future.

We’re proud to be an Accredited Six Sigma Training and Certification Provider!

Our accreditation from The Council for Six Sigma Certification confirms that our internal programme meets recognised industry standards and supports our commitment to data-driven process improvement. It ensures our people gain valuable skills in problem-solving, operational excellence and continuous improvement that help drive meaningful business results.

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