Life Sciences Project Procurement Leader

Jacobs; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); Hybrid; USD 98,900 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Paid time off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Project Procurement Manager for Life Sciences North America to oversee Purchasing, Subcontracting, Expediting, and Supplier Quality Surveillance on mid‑sized to large projects with TAC$400M–$1B+. You will lead procurement activities across materials and services, aligning with project goals and corporate policies, while advancing value through strategic planning and supplier management.

The role reports to the Manager of Procurement Services and collaborates with project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, supply chain, or related field.
• 8+ years of engineering and/or capital construction purchasing experience.
• 3+ years of Biopharmaceutical/Life Science manufacturing project experience preferred.
• Travel – anticipated travel 10–20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Draft SMEP and develop project-specific templates, reports, and tools.
• Manage a procurement team including buyers, expeditors, subcontract administrators and other functions.
• Coordinate procurement activities with Jacobs and Client management to ensure smooth execution.
• Oversee major purchases of complex, critical or high-risk materials and equipment.

Skills

Procurement planning

Team leadership

Problem solving

MS Excel

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, construction, supply chain, or operations management

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’re not just building structures,we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their state-of-the-art facilitiesthat are changing our world.

As a Project Procurement Manager (PPM) for Life Sciences North America you will be responsible for all Purchasing, Subcontracting, Expediting and Supplier Quality Surveillance activities on mid-sized to large Projects (Projects with a Total Installed Cost of $400M to $1B plus.)

Leverage your passion and experience as you effectively and professionally conduct, and coordinate procurement transactions associated with purchasing materials/equipment and/or subcontracting of services as assigned. Bring your extensive knowledge and understanding of procurement concepts, principles and practices, and the techniques of ensuring task completion to an organization that embraces change and challenges. The PPM understands the role of procurement and its integration with other project functions, accomplishes value-added expectations, and performs assignments in accordance with established policies and procedures. The PPM has advanced knowledge of a subject area or commodity.

The PPM reports directly to the Manager of Procurement Services (MOPS) for the office which they are assigned. While supporting Jacobs’ Projects, the PPM will report indirectly to the assigned Project Manager.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in afast-paced environment and we will help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together!

Some responsibilities will include

• As an overall Project Procurement Lead, perform upfront Procurement planning activities such as drafting the Supply Management Execution Plan (SMEP), establishing Purchasing and Subcontract Strategies, and developing project-specific templates, reports and tools
• As an overall Project Procurement Lead, manage the activities of a small to large team of buyers, expeditors, subcontract administrators and other supporting procurement functions. This typically includes, establishing package assignments and priorities, eliminating obstacles, managing the interface with Jacobs and Client management, providing on-the-job training, offering support and guidance, and working closely with the Manager of Procurement Services (MOPS) to settle performance related issues
• As an overall Project Procurement Lead, use critical thinking and problem solving to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the Project’s Procurement efforts
• Purchasing assignments typically will consist of major purchases of complex, critical or high-risk materials and equipment
  
  
  

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in a business, construction, supply chain, or operations management field; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree
• 8+ years of experience in both engineering and/or capital construction purchasing as well as contracting.
• Experience in expediting, supplier quality management and/or material management preferable.
• 3+ years of experiencing in Biopharmaceutical/Life Science Manufacturing projects preferred.
• Travel - Anticipated travel 10-20% of the time.
  
  
  

Please note This position is a hybrid role and will require to be in the office or client site 2-3 days a week. (1 position in Clayton, NC and the other position is in Conshohocken, PA)

Ideally you'll also have

• Experience using MS Office tools, including intermediate to advanced MS Excel skills.
• A drive to solve complex and challenging problems.
• A desire to manage a team of procurement professionals through demonstrated inspirational leadership.
  
  
  

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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 $98,900.00 to $168,000.00. 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. Job posted on July 13, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.