Project Manager

Jacobs; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PPTO)

Performance discretionary bonuses

Stock purchase at discount

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Project Manager to lead K-12 capital projects throughout the Southeast region. In this role, you will manage all phases of project delivery, including procurement, design, and construction oversight.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of project management experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) matching, and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Education may be substituted for experience where permitted.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through procurement, design, construction, and closeout.
• Coordinate project scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder expectations.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify risks.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Coordination

Risk Mitigation

Construction Oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Position Overview

Jacobs is seeking a Project Manager to lead K-12 capital projects throughout the Southeast region, supporting program management, design, construction oversight, and operational support across multiple opportunities.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead assigned projects through procurement, design, construction, activation, closeout, and warranty.
• Coordinate project scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder expectations.
• Manage project communications; serve as primary point of coordination.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify risks, constraints, and potential impacts.
• Coordinate design reviews, permitting, procurement activities, and construction execution.
• Support management of contracts, pay applications, change orders, and project reporting.
• Coordinate with Program Controls regarding forecasting, reporting, and financial reconciliation.
• Facilitate coordination between district departments, consultants, contractors, and end users.
• Maintain project documentation, regulatory compliance, and operational procedures.
• Support project activation, occupancy planning, turnover, and warranty coordination.

Key Focus Areas

• Project Delivery
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Schedule and Budget Management
• Risk Mitigation
• Construction Oversight
• Activation and Closeout
• Operational Accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (education may be substituted for experience where permitted).
• 7+ years of project management experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or CCM certification.

Related Experience

• Owner representation, design & construction experience.

Benefits

Health, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; 401(k) plan with company match; company stock purchase at discount; deferred compensation plan; unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO); seven paid holidays; caregiver leave; merit increases; performance discretionary bonuses; stock.

Compensation

Base salary range: $95,000.00 to $145,000.00, adjusted by location and qualifications.

EEO Statement

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.

Location and Employment

Onsite employees expected to work full-time at a Jacobs workplace per role requirements.