Project Manager PM/CM

Jacobs; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Performance discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a skilled Project Manager in West Palm Beach, Florida, responsible for delivering public projects, managing budgets, schedules, and contracts for multiple assignments. With expertise in design and construction management, you'll work closely with clients to ensure project success.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of project management experience, excellent communication skills, and a strong background in construction. Attractive benefits include medical, retirement plans, and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience as a Project Manager required.
• 15 years’ experience in a project-related technical field required.
• Direct oversight of design consultants and contractors experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple project assignments for cost, schedule, and quality.
• Oversee all budgets and contract documents.
• Attend meetings to monitor job progress and resolve project issues.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Budget management

Cost control

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Construction Management

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

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.

As a global leader of Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) services with projects ranging from $1 million to programs that cost up to $10 billion, we deliver award‑winning total Design and/or Construction Management projects for public and private sector clients. From the pre‑construction phase, through complete erection of the project, to the post‑construction and commissioning, we function as an extension of our clients’ goals and aspirations. Project sectors and types include Aviation, Emergency Operations & Data Centers, Healthcare, Higher Education & K‑12, Hospitality & Entertainment, Correctional & Rehabilitation Facilities, and Research & Development Facilities.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Program Manager or Regional Manager, this position will be part of the Client’s Program management team and work in their office managing public projects. The role includes Design and Procurement oversight from inception through occupancy and serves as the direct contact as one of the Owner’s Representatives, focusing on ensuring Schedule, Cost, Scope, Contract Compliance, and Safety.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for overall project delivery (cost, schedule, quality, information, contracts) on multiple project assignments
• Manage project development from conception through completion in accordance with program objectives for multiple simultaneous projects ranging from small to over $50 million
• Manage all budgets, schedules, scope development, design and construction contracts, documents, procedures and controls for assigned projects
• Oversee the review and approval process for consultant invoices, contractor pay applications, change orders, and coordinate with the Control Manager for proper posting in reporting programs
• Create standard contractual documents; prepare Requests for Proposals and Contracts for consultants and contractors
• Negotiate and finalize consultant and contractor proposals and changes using client standard contractual documents
• Ensure construction adheres to design requirements
• Attend assigned Owner‑Architect‑Contractor meetings to monitor weekly job progress, report to facility end‑users, and resolve project issues; address complex design and construction related disputes and disagreements
• Review status and monitor variances of the design and construction project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting
• Maintain excellent client‑facing communication skills
• Stay organized and capable of multitasking and working independently in a fast‑paced environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline, construction management, or architecture preferred
• Eight years’ experience as a Project Manager in an owner, engineering, environmental, or construction organization required
• Project Management experience must include direct oversight of design consultants as well as contractors
• Fifteen years’ experience in a project‑related technical field required
• Strong working knowledge of pre‑design and pre‑construction, building systems/components, technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building, and client relationship building required
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Professional Engineer (PE), or Architect license/certification preferred

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, and 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 offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, and certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $150,000.00 to $175,000.00. 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.