Assistant Project Manager – Baggage Handling Systems

Jacobs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs in Chicago, IL is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the BHS program at O’Hare International Airport. You will partner with client reps, manage a Construction Manager At‑Risk, and assist in coordinating design and construction activities to advance a multi‑billion‑dollar redevelopment program.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction, 5+ years of APM experience, and ability to work onsite full time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction.
• 5+ years’ experience as an Assistant Project Manager at an Engineering, Environmental, or Construction organization.
• Experience on projects with a minimum construction value of $100 million.
• Related design and construction project management experience with building projects.
• Working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building and client relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Partner with client representatives and manage the appointed Construction Manager At‑Risk (CMR).
• Support Project Managers with stakeholder coordination, interface management, design and construction oversight, value engineering, reporting, problem solving, risk assessments, preparation of presentation materials and day‑to‑day project and technical management.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Interface management

Risk assessment

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction

Tools

BIM modeling

Job description

Your impact

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.

Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life‑saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

At Jacobs, our Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) team works seamlessly with clients by delivering projects and programs to achieve our clients’ goals. Whether it’s managing construction or designing buildings, solutions are continuously being implemented. What we do is more than construction; we play a part in moving a vision from concept to reality.

Our onsite Program Management team in Chicago, IL is looking to add a driven and collaborative Assistant Project Manager - BHS in support of a multi-billion‑$ dollar airport capital Redevelopment Program at O’Hare International Airport. This position allows for the opportunity to be a major contributor to the growth of one of the busiest airports in the world as part of the program management team.

Reporting to the BHS Project Manager (PM), your responsibilities will include partnering with client representatives and management of the appointed Construction Manager At‑Risk (CMR). You’ll support the Project Managers with stakeholder coordination, interface management, design and construction oversight, value engineering, reporting, problem solving, risk assessments, preparation of presentation materials and day‑to‑day project and technical management of activities.

You’ll assist with the preparation of project details in various phases, provide technical support to Project Managers with contract packages, and project execution plans. You’ll perform regular site walks to track project completion, facilitate the BHS RFI and submittals processes, assist in review of proposed design changes, assist with the technical review of design and construction documents, assist with review of the project schedule, track the CMAR’s submission of required reporting and compliance with contract documents, participate in various meetings and work sessions and serve as the acting PM in his absence.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction
• 5+ years’ experience as an Assistant Project Manager at an Engineering, Environmental, or Construction organization
• Experience on projects with a minimum construction value of $100 million
• Related design and construction project management experience with building projects
• Working knowledge of pre‑design and pre‑construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building and client relationship building
• Experience with vertical design and construction projects
• Ability to work onsite full time at O’Hare International Airport with the program management team

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Experience with airline data systems, building management systems, MEPFP systems
• Experience with BIM modeling
• Experience working on Aviation project management teams
• Experience working on alternate delivery contracts
• PMP, DBIA Professional, Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect license/registration

This position will be as part of a joint venture team and the selected candidate will be hired by one of the JV or teaming partners

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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 $100,000.00 to $145,000.00. 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 October 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.