Project Manager- Aerospace (part-time)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Wichita (KS); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 106,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a part-time Project Manager to support a Wichita, Kansas client.

The role focuses on standardizing project management and project controls, collaborating with engineering, design, and construction teams, and delivering cost and schedule insights across multiple programs. You will develop processes, configure systems, and create training materials to ensure high-quality project execution.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project management.
• Experience developing and implementing cross-functional processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication with executives and clients.
• Experience with project management and information management systems.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and synthesize data for insights.
• Experience managing costs across large programs.
• Experience developing program and project level reporting (schedules, cost data).
• Experience applying formal change management processes.
• Strong analytical skills focused on performance improvement and optimization.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver presentations to stakeholders.
• Excellent communication with both technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement standardized PM and project controls processes.
• Configure processes within integrated project management systems.
• Develop training materials to promote consistent execution.
• Support cost and schedule management across large multi-project programs.
• Align project controls resources and systems to optimize delivery.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teams

Communication

PM systems

Data analysis

Cost management

Scheduling

Change management

Risk analysis

Presentations

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

Maximo

Procore

Primavera

MS Project

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 challenge what’s accepted so we can deliver transformative, resilient solutions for a more connected and sustainable world. If you’re looking for a long and rewarding career with the #1 most admired engineering and construction company, Jacobs is where you belong.

We are seeking a motivated Project Manager (Part-time)to support a client in the Wichita, Kansas area.

As a key contributor to the program support team, you will partner closely with client and contracted engineering, design, and construction professionals to gain a comprehensive understanding of project delivery—from planning and design through procurement, construction, and project controls. You will support the development, documentation, and implementation of standardized project management and project controls processes, configure those processes within integrated project management systems, and develop training materials that promote consistent, high quality project execution. In this role, you will actively apply project management and project controls best practices to enable effective cost and schedule management across large, multi project programs. You will help align project controls processes, systems, and resources to support best in class project delivery.

At Jacobs, we’re invested in your success. You’ll have opportunities to strengthen your skills, contribute across a diverse portfolio of projects, and collaborate with experts across our global organization.

Here’s what you’ll need

• 8+ years of experience in project management
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing processes with cross functional teams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including engagement with executive leadership and clients
• Experience implementing and working with project management and information management systems
• Proven ability to collect, analyze, and synthesize data to deliver strategic, actionable insights
• Experience managing costs across large, multi project programs
• Experience developing program- and project level reporting, including schedules, cost data charts for executive status reporting
• Experience developing and applying formal change management processes
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on performance improvement and continuous optimization
• Strong risk management and critical path analysis skills.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations (visual, written, and verbal)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders

Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have

• Experience with Project Management and asset systems, e.g., Maximo, Procore, etc.
• Experience building Primavera and MS Project Schedules
• Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles and applications
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new project management systems
• Ability to work well within a team that may consist of client team members
• Proven ability to adapt to evolving project requirements in a fast-paced environment

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 a 401(k) plan, as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $50.00 to $77.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. 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 08, 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.

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