Federal Design Project Manager Principal

Federal Project Manager Principal

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.

In the Federal Solutions Building & Infrastructure group, we are comprised of architects, planners, engineers, as well as endless specialty services to support our clients and projects. We are seeking a driven and client-focused Federal Project Manager Principal to help grow our Federal practice, with a focus on our Navy and Marine Corps programs and teams. This position will be based in the Mid-Atlantic region, with preferred location between Norfolk, VA and Washington, DC and report directly to the National Practice Director of Project Management.

As a member of our team, you will lead design projects consisting of multi-discipline teams of engineers and architects from design kick-off through construction with Design-Bid-Build and Design-Build delivery methods. While you will primarily support Navy and Marine Corps clients, you will also peripherally support our other Federal Portfolios including DoD (Army and Air Force), Federal Civilian Agencies (GSA, NPA, BLM, DOE, etc.), and various defense contractors (Boeing, Lockheed Martin, etc.). Project locations are predominantly along the Eastern US seaboard, but potentially throughout the United States, and world-wide. You'll lead projects by effective, skilled project management techniques to enhance the design solutions, effectively manage project financials, and add value to the business. You'll play an integral role in forming long-term client relationships, engaging team members on projects, and collaborating with talented resources throughout Jacobs.

Responsibilities :

Collaborate with the global Navy portfolio team to identify, pursue, and deliver work to Navy and Marine Corps clients world-wide.

Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, complete on time, within project and construction budgets and in accordance with agreed scope.

Serve as the primary point of contact with the client from beginning to end of a project.

Develop the project proposal fees and scope by coordination with discipline leaders for specific budget and scope definition to then lead in fee negotiations with the client.

Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders, and conduct status review meetings among project team members and clients through project execution.

Determine, monitor and manage financial project metrics, schedules and staffing requirements for each project.

Guide the overall development and quality of the project documents and adherence with Jacobs Quality Program.

Here's What You'll Need :

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Professional Registration (PE) or Registered Architect (RA)

15-20 years of experience as a client facing Design Project Manager managing multiple disciplines, through design and construction

US Citizenship

Ideally, You'll Also Have :

Demonstrated design and project management experience within Federal and / or DOD markets

Experience leading design teams in Design-Build contracts

Jacobs' 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, one floating holiday, 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 $160,000.00 to $210,000.00. 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.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices / projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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