Design Project Manager – Defense Contractors

Jacobs; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 119,800 - 187,225; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Stock purchase at a discount

Job summary

Jacobs in Austin, TX is seeking a Project Manager with expertise in managing complex projects for Defense Contractors. The role demands leadership of multi-discipline teams to execute design projects and ensure successful delivery for federal clients.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture, client-facing project management experience, and U.S. Citizenship. Jacobs offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary range of $119,800.00 to $187,225.00.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Proven experience as a client-facing Design Project Manager.
• Ability to manage multiple disciplines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage multiple projects and complete them on time.
• Serve as the primary contact with clients throughout project lifecycle.
• Facilitate status review meetings and manage project communication.

Skills

Client-facing project management

Financial management

Communication skills

Multi-discipline teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture

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 is shaping innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most innovative solution leaders, then Jacobs is where you belong.

In the Federal Solutions Building & Infrastructure group, we are comprised of architects, planners, engineers, and specialty services to support our clients and projects.

Do you have a passion and experience for managing high‑impact complex projects in the Federal market with Defense Industry Clients? We are seeking a Project Manager to lead Defense Contractor projects such as production facilities to include aircraft, ships, and rocket motors, and campus buildouts. As a member of our team, you will lead design projects consisting of multi‑discipline teams of engineers and architects from design kick‑off through construction. You will primarily support federal projects for Defense Contractors or Department of Defense and Federal Civilian clients using Design‑Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, and other Lean Design‑Build delivery methods. Desired base locations: Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Austin, TX.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, completed on time, within project and construction budgets and in accordance with agreed scope.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the client from beginning to end.
• Develop the project proposal fees and scope by coordination with discipline directors and design leads for specific budget and scope definition, then lead fee negotiations with the client.
• Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders, and conduct status review meetings among project team members and clients through project execution.
• Determine, monitor and manage financial project metrics, schedules and staffing requirements for each project.
• Guide the overall development and quality of the project documents and adherence with Jacobs Quality Program.

Location

Desired base locations: Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Austin, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture.
• Experience as a client‑facing Design Project Manager managing multiple disciplines.
• U.S. Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Registration (PE) or Registered Architect (RA); Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification will be considered.
• Demonstrated design and project management experience within Federal and/or DOD markets.
• Project management and project execution experience with Defense Industrial Clients.
• Experience leading design teams in Design‑Build contracts.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $119,800.00 to $187,225.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.