Project Manager - Healthcare Buildings

Jacobs; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 128,200 - 200,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Paid Time Off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Project Manager – Healthcare Buildings to lead projects from concept to completion in the Los Angeles area. This role is crucial for ensuring project delivery aligns with program objectives while managing processes and supporting project teams.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in design and construction project management, particularly within the education or healthcare sector, and possess a Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related field. Jacobs offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary range from $128,200 to $200,350.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related design and construction project management experience with education or healthcare buildings.
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction processes.
• Experience in budget and schedule management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee overall project delivery while managing development.
• Resolve complex construction issues and guide project teams.
• Accountable for project progress, technical execution, and effective management.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Client relationship building

Change order negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

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 go beyond building structures—we partner with our clients to drive innovation and growth by designing, engineering, and delivering the facilities that shape our world. We are seeking an experienced, collaborative Project Manager – Healthcare Buildings who excels in aligning teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.

Based at a client site in the Los Angeles area and reporting to the Program Manager, you will work alongside a team of project managers to lead projects from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with program objectives. In this role, you’ll oversee overall project delivery while managing development, resolving complex construction issues, and providing guidance and oversight to Owner’s Authorized Representatives (OARs).

As the onsite Owner’s Representative, you will be accountable for project progress, technical execution, and the effective management of scope, schedule, budget, materials, and safety. You will also provide leadership to project engineers and construction teams, supporting their growth and professional development. This role is integral to keeping our projects—and our people—connected and successful, and we’ll provide the support you need to thrive.

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’s degree in construction management or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and significant related experience.
• 7+ years of related design and construction project management experience with education or healthcare buildings.
• Strong working knowledge of pre‑design and pre‑construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management (GMP/lump sum), project delivery methods, team building and client relationship building.
• Strong working knowledge in vendor procurements, change order negotiation, budget and schedule management, operational governance, client satisfaction and management.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Design Assist Delivery experience.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM).

Benefits

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 $128,200.00 to $200,350.00. 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 01, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

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.