Sr. Project Manager - Healthcare Buildings

Jacobs; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 227,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs in Los Angeles is seeking a Sr. Project Manager- Healthcare Buildings to lead delivery from conception through completion, coordinating design teams, field operations, and client interfaces on complex healthcare facilities.

You will manage budget, schedule, scope and safety, mentor project engineers, and ensure alignment with program objectives while reporting to the Program Manager at client site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• 12+ years of design and construction PM experience on education/healthcare buildings.
• Strong knowledge of pre-design/pre-construction, building systems and technology, GMP/Lump Sum contracts, and delivery methods.
• Experience with vendor procurement, change orders, budget and schedule management, and client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction oversight to project managers and site teams, ensuring progress, safety, and quality.
• Lead project engineers and construction crews, guiding schedule, cost, scope, and risk.
• Collaborate with clients to maintain relationships and align with program objectives.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Schedule management

Vendor procurement

Contract management

Change order negotiations

Client relationship management

Team leadership

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’re not just building structures, we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their various facilities that are shaping our world. We're looking for an experienced and collaborative Sr. Project Manager- Healthcare Buildings who thrives when people are in sync and projects are running not just on time but within budget. Based at a client site in the Los Angeles area, reporting directly to the Program Manager and working alongside other project managers, you’ll be responsible not only for the overall project delivery, but also for the management of the project development from conception through completion in accordance with program objectives. You'll manage and provide construction oversight to OARs and resolve complex construction project related issues, disputes and disagreements. As the onsite Owners Representative, you’ll be responsible for ensuring not only the progress and technical performance of a project, but also the material management, schedule, cost, scope and safety of the team. We will rely on you to provide leadership and direction to project engineers and construction teams, fostering professional growth and development. Your role keeps our company connected and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful.

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.
• 12+ 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 governances, client satisfaction and management

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

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

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 $150,500.00 to $227,400.00. 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 August 20, 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.