Design Project Manager – Defense Contractors

Jacobs; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 111,500 - 177,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Discretionary performance bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Project Manager in Orlando, Florida to lead complex Defense Contractor projects. The role involves managing high-impact projects for Defense Industry Clients, overseeing multi-disciplinary teams from design through construction.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture and experience as a client-facing Design Project Manager. This position offers competitive compensation, including a salary range of $111,500 to $177,700, and various benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects on time and within budget.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with the client.
• Develop project proposal fees and scope.
• Facilitate communication plans among stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage financial project metrics.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing experience

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Job description

Overview

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. We are seeking a Project Manager to lead Defense Contractor projects such as production facilities for aircraft, ships, rocket motors, and campus buildouts. The role requires managing high‑impact, complex projects in the Federal market with Defense Industry Clients, leading multi‑disciplinary teams from design kick‑off through construction, and supporting 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.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, completed on time, within 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 throughout 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 ensure adherence with the Jacobs Quality Program.

Requirements

• 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) is preferred; 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, discretionary performance bonuses, and stock.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $111,500.00 to $177,700.00. 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.