Building Projects PM for Life Sciences & Tech Facilities

Jacobs Engineering Group; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group is seeking an Intermediate Project Manager to lead vertical building projects across California, collaborating with architects, engineers, and construction teams from design through closeout.

You will manage scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with contractors and clients in a multidisciplinary environment. A strong background in life sciences, tech facilities, or commercial projects is preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in project management within the AEC industry.
• Strong experience with vertical building projects (core & shell, tenant improvements, and renovations).
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Ability to work across design and construction phases (not limited to conceptual design).
• Hands-on experience coordinating with general contractors and construction teams.
• Solid understanding of building systems, design coordination, and construction workflows.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage vertical building projects from design through construction phases.
• Coordinate closely with architectural and engineering teams to ensure deliverables meet client expectations.
• Act as a primary liaison with contractors, consultants, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and manage project scope, budget, schedule, and risk.
• Support construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and contractor coordination.
• Facilitate design reviews, technical discussions, and project meetings.
• Contribute to project planning, procurement strategies, and execution planning.
• Ensure projects adhere to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Multiple priorities

Coordination with design/construction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

RFIs

Submittals

Contractor coordination

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group is seeking an Intermediate Project Manager to lead vertical building projects across California, collaborating with architects, engineers, and construction teams from design through closeout.

You will manage scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating with contractors and clients in a multidisciplinary environment. A strong background in life sciences, tech facilities, or commercial projects is preferred.