Design Project Manager - Federal

Jacobs; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 106,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Performance discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Project Manager based in Boston, MA, to lead design projects for federal clients. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams and ensure project delivery within budget and timeline. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture, preferably hold a PE or RA certification, and have client-facing project management experience. Jacobs offers comprehensive health benefits, competitive salary range between $106,000 and $170,000, and additional rewards for eligible roles.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple disciplines as a Design Project Manager.
• US Citizenship is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects while adhering to budgets and timelines.
• Serve as the primary client contact throughout the project.
• Establish and monitor project financial metrics and schedules.
• Ensure quality of project documentation adheres to Jacobs standards.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Professional Registration (PE) or Registered Architect (RA)

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

We’re seeking a Project Manager to be based in our Boston, MA office or additional Jacobs offices throughout the east coast. As a member of our team, you will lead design projects consisting of multi‑disciplinary teams of engineers and architects from design kick‑off through construction. You will primarily support federal projects for DoD clients, Federal Civilian, and various Defense Contractors, delivering projects in both Design‑Bid‑Build and Design‑Build delivery methods.

You’ll lead projects by effective, skilled project management techniques to enhance design solutions, drive successful outcomes, and add value to the business. You’ll play an integral role in forming long‑term client relationships, engaging team members on projects, and collaborating with talented resources throughout Jacobs.

Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you and your teams can evolve, grow, and succeed.

Responsibilities

• Managing multiple projects simultaneously while delivering on time, within project and construction budgets and in accordance with agreed‑upon scope.
• Serving as the primary point of contact with the client throughout the entire project lifecycle.
• Developing project scopes and fee proposals through coordination with discipline directors and design leads, and leading negotiations with clients.
• Creating and facilitating communication plans to ensure timely and effective information exchange among project stakeholders, and conducting regular status reviews with project teams and clients.
• Establishing, monitoring, and managing project financial metrics, schedules, and staffing plans.
• Overseeing the development and quality of project documentation and ensuring adherence to the Jacobs Quality Program.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Architecture.
• Professional Registration (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) is preferred; Project Management Institute (PMI) Certification will be considered.
• Experience as a client‑facing Design Project Manager managing multiple disciplines.
• US Citizenship.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Demonstrated design and project management experience within Federal and/or DOD markets.
• Experience leading design teams in Design‑Build contracts.

Benefits & Compensation

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about, including 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 $170,000.00. 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.