Program Manager - Research and Lab

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. seeks a Program Manager - Buildings in Los Angeles to lead a multidisciplinary team and drive project delivery for a LA-based client.

You will oversee program development from programming through completion, balancing scope, schedule, cost, and quality while coordinating with the Architect of Record and General Contractor. Ideal candidates bring 15+ years in construction management across life sciences, justice, and public agencies, plus 10+ years handling large

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or related experience in lieu of education.
• CCM or Engineering/Architectural Licenses issued by the State of California (CCM, PE or Architect license/certification).
• 15+ years of Project Construction Management experience in life sciences, justice and public agencies.
• 10+ years leading programs with projects >$100M in construction value.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidiscipline team to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Coordinate between client, Architect of Record, General Contractor and others to ensure seamless delivery.
• Manage project development from programming through completion and mitigate risks across projects.

Skills

Leadership

Contract management

Team building

Client relationships

Budget & schedule

Education

Bachelor degree or related experience

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

Were seeking a Program Manager - Buildings, to manage a Los Angeles based client. You’ll be leading a multidiscipline team of peer employees and consultants to complete tasks within established schedules, budgets, using a variety of delivery models including but no limited to Design Bid Build, Design Assist and Progressive Design Build, as well as utilizing your experience to execute project strategies.

You will be responsible for overall project delivery on multiple project assignments (cost, schedule, quality, information, contracts). You’ll play an integral role in engaging between project client, Architect of Record, General Contractor, among others. Your leadership skills is a key responsibility in fostering collaborative communications and relationships.

In this role, you will manage project development experience from programming through completion in accordance with program objectives. You’ll also provide oversight and manage coordination of activities to mitigate risks, issues and ensure deliverables are met.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Here’s what you'll need

• Bachelor of Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or related experience in lieu of education
• CCM or Engineering/Architectural Licenses issues by the State of California, Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect license/certification
• 15+ years of Project Construction Management experience within life sciences, justice and public agencies.
• 10+ years of experience managing large programs with projects in construction values excess of $100 million required
• 5+ years’ experience leading and assisting with business development and growth strategy development
• Strong working knowledge in design and construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, environmental and LEED applications, team building and client relationship building.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Proven experience with large and small deferred maintenance programs in occupied facilities
• Experience with both design-bid-build, design-build and progressive delivery methods

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and commitment to collaboration. At Jacobs, we’ll support you in pursuing what inspires you—so together, we can make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

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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 $154,700.00 to $212,700.00. 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. Job posted on September 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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 .