Senior Program Leader, Large-Scale Capital Projects

Jacobs; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 196,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead large capital programs, aligning with client goals and Jacobs’ sustainability values across Americas West. You will drive controls, cost, schedule, risk, and design coordination while guiding diverse, multi-company teams.

In this role you’ll collaborate with internal teams and suppliers, pursue new business opportunities, and promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement through hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing capital programs.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams.
• Experience in client-facing roles and multi-company environments.
• Solid understanding cost, schedule, procurement, risk, change, and design management.
• Experience in matrixed organizations and regional growth strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support Program Directors in delivery of complex infrastructure programs.
• Lead program management functions including controls, commercial oversight, design coordination, risk and stakeholder management.
• Manage day-to-day operations of assigned programs, ensuring technical performance, schedule adherence, and budget control.
• Collaborate with internal teams and supply chain partners to deliver high-performing, agile delivery environments.
• Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities and supporting proposals.
• Assist in developing execution plans and innovative delivery approaches.
• Promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Budget & cost control

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead large capital programs, aligning with client goals and Jacobs’ sustainability values across Americas West. You will drive controls, cost, schedule, risk, and design coordination while guiding diverse, multi-company teams.

In this role you’ll collaborate with internal teams and suppliers, pursue new business opportunities, and promote a culture of safety, inclusion, and continuous improvement through hybrid working arrangements.