Assistant Project Manager - Interior Design - K-12

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Jacksonville, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Jacksonville, FL, is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Program Management Team on a $2B+ construction program for K-12 facilities.

You will support the Interior Designer, plan, coordinate, and deliver interior environments, with focus on finishes, FF&E, signage, and user-focused design, ensuring district standards and budgets are met. The role emphasizes collaboration across design and construction disciplines, requires strong communication, and

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience on building construction projects.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Design innovation and branding: collaborate with Interior Design and Planning to select, procure, and coordinate FFE.
• FFE coordination and relocation: manage furniture planning, procurement, relocation and inspections.
• Invoice review and approval: verify vendor invoices for FFE and moving services.

Skills

Experience on construction projects

Strong communication

Multitasking in fast-paced environment

Client relationship building

Tools

Kahua

Bluebeam

Prolog

Procore

Microsoft Office

InDesign

Photoshop

AutoCAD

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’re not just building structures,we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilitiesthat are changing our world. If you’re interested in a rewarding career working on ENR's #1 Construction Management-for-Fee firm, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We’re looking for a collaborative, driven and curious Assistant Project Manager in Jacksonville, Florida to join our Program Management Team leading a $2B+ construction program that will enhance the lives of K-12 students.

As a key member of our Program Management Team, you will support the Interior Designer and Program Management team in planning, design, coordination, and delivery of interior environments for K–12 capital improvement projects. This role focuses on interior finishes, furniture/equipment (FF&E), signage, and user-focused design elements, ensuring alignment with district standards, educational program requirements, and project budgets and schedules. Duties include:

Design Innovation and Branding

• Partner with Interior Design and Planning teams across multiple concurrent projects (new schools, additions, renovations) to select, procure, and coordinate FFE installs.
• Support development and implementation of school-specific branding aligned with each school’s vision and mission.
• Prepare design briefs reflecting project identity and functional learning environment needs.

FFE Coordination and Relocation

• Coordinate with district staff on furniture planning, procurement, and relocation.
• Manage purchasing, transfer, and installation of new and existing FFE, ensuring quality and schedule adherence.
• Conduct pre- and post-move inspections to confirm readiness for school openings.
• Maintain communication with school administrators and project managers to resolve outstanding items impacting relocations.

Invoice Review and Approval

• Review and approve vendor invoices for furniture, equipment, and moving services to ensure accuracy and accountability.

Here’s what you’ll need

• 1+ years of working experience on building construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, program planning, team building, and client relationship building
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Experience in design and task management of K12 or Higher Ed projects
• Working knowledge of Kahua, Bluebeam, Prolog, Procore and other PMIS platforms
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, InDesign, Photoshop, and AutoCAD, or similar applications.

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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 $65,000.00 to $80,000.00. 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 September 22, 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.