Aviation Project Manager

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PPTO)

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. seeks a client-focused Project Manager to join our Aviation PMCM team, supporting airport facilities and capital improvement projects.

This role is based onsite with the client, coordinating with stakeholders, designers, contractors, and project teams to deliver projects from planning through closeout. You will oversee scope, schedule, budget, risk, and contract administration, ensuring alignment with program objectives while building strong client relationships and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience managing aviation, airport, or large capital infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of project planning, design, construction, contract administration, and project controls.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from planning through construction and closeout.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder coordination to deliver outcomes.
• Provide Owner's Representative oversight, support procurement and contract administration, and monitor performance.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

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 challenge what is currently accepted so we can deliver innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. We are seeking a client-focused Project Manager to join our Aviation PMCM team supporting airport facilities and capital improvement projects.

Based onsite with the client, you will work closely with airport stakeholders, designers, contractors, and project teams to manage projects from planning through construction and closeout. You will be responsible for scope, schedule, budget, risk management, stakeholder coordination, and overall project delivery while ensuring alignment with program objectives.

As the Owner's Representative, you'll provide project oversight, support procurement and contract administration activities, monitor project performance, and help resolve complex project challenges. Your ability to build strong client relationships and manage multiple priorities will be key to successful project outcomes.

At Jacobs, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while growing your career alongside some of the industry's most respected professionals.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field
• 8+ Years of experience managing aviation, airport, or large capital infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of project planning, design, construction, contract administration, and project controls
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Experience supporting airport capital improvement programs (CIP)
• PMCM or Owner's Representative experience
• Professional certification such as PMP, CCM, PE, or DBIA preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel and PowerPoint

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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 $106,000.00 to $145,700.00. 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 September 09, 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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