Vertical Buildings PM - Life Sciences & Tech (CA, Hybrid)

Jacobs; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Seven paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Intermediate Project Manager in California to lead vertical building projects in life sciences, technology, and commercial sectors. You will coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors from early design through closeout, managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring strong collaboration across design and construction teams.

The role emphasizes multi-disciplinary coordination, quality and safety compliance, and effective stakeholder management in a dynamic,

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of project management experience in the AEC industry.
• Strong experience with vertical building projects (core & shell, tenant improvements, renovations).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience coordinating with architects, engineers, and construction teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage vertical building projects from design through construction phases.
• Coordinate with architectural and engineering teams to meet client expectations.
• Act as liaison with contractors, consultants, and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Monitor and manage scope, budget, schedule, and risk.
• Support construction administration tasks including RFIs and submittals.
• Facilitate design reviews, technical discussions, and project meetings.
• Contribute to project planning, procurement strategies, and execution planning.
• Ensure adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Vertical building projects

AEC industry experience

Communication & stakeholder mgmt

Budget, schedule & risk mgmt

Design coordination

Construction coordination

California market experience

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management

Job description

Jacobs is seeking an Intermediate Project Manager in California to lead vertical building projects in life sciences, technology, and commercial sectors. You will coordinate with architects, engineers, and contractors from early design through closeout, managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring strong collaboration across design and construction teams.

The role emphasizes multi-disciplinary coordination, quality and safety compliance, and effective stakeholder management in a dynamic,