Jacobs · 20 hours ago
Project Manager - Capital Projects (Owners Representative)
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$116K/yr - $172K/yr
5+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for thriving cities and resilient environments. They are seeking a Project Manager to support the Unified Government of Athens-Clarke County, overseeing multiple public infrastructure and facility projects funded through local capital programs, ensuring successful project delivery through strong technical judgment and collaboration.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Effectively applies and enforces project standards as required by the Contract, the Specifications, and Jacobs Project Execution Standards
Manages assigned projects as the Owner’s Authorized Representative, overseeing scope, schedule, resource selection, risk assessment, budget, and fees required for successful delivery
Facilitates User Group Meetings and coordinates technical input from stakeholders
Professionally resolves issues within delegated authority and documents decisions
Documents and advises Program Management of any foreseeable project challenges, required adjustments, agreements, and negotiations. Properly escalates issues to ensure on-time delivery
Reviews contract documents and related materials with the project team and relevant staff. Ensures compliance with project contract documents and terms
Sets turn-around time targets for reviews and monitors compliance with established project metrics; adjusts as required
Manages resource allocation throughout the project life cycle. Monitors and manages costs of internal and external resources to complete the established project plan
Monitors and manages all project costs and proactively addresses cost conflicts prior to execution of work authorizations
Ensures compliance with established billing procedures. Reviews and recommends progress pay estimates in a timely manner
Reviews, verifies, and certifies monthly engineering and contractor payment requests; compares progress billed against actual deliverables and advises management of discrepancies
Represents Jacobs and/or the Client in negotiations and communications with designers, contractors, agencies, and other stakeholders, in coordination with Program Management and Client leadership as appropriate
Directs and reports project progress and performance to Program Management and the Client
Establishes and maintains liaison relationships with Athens-Clarke County departments, consultant engineering firms, and outside agencies
Assists with public involvement and citizen outreach activities in coordination with the Owner’s Public Information Office
Aids in ensuring responsiveness to citizen inquiries and timely resolution of complaints
Ensures quality processes are planned and implemented in accordance with Program, Project, and Contract requirements
Proactively manages changes in project scope, identifies potential conflicts, and develops contingency plans for project success
Ensures project team members engage in safe work practices in compliance with site-specific safety procedures and industry standards
Ensures required safety equipment is available and utilized as necessary
Oversees administration of project documentation, including reports, meeting minutes, and contract records, in accordance with program requirements
Maintains all required contract records and project files
Manages projects and assigned work in a proactive, organized manner
Applies professional knowledge and experience to provide solutions, apply cost-effective practices, and adapt to changing project conditions
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, architecture, or other applied technical disciplines related to the built environment
Minimum 5–7 years of progressive project management experience, including demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects and administer design and construction contracts in an owner-side, consulting, or public-sector environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear documentation, correspondence, and presentation materials
Experience in client service and stakeholder management, including coordination with diverse internal and external parties
Ability to quickly learn and adapt to a variety of project management and document control tools (e.g., MS Office Suite, Bluebeam, MS Project), primarily for project oversight, coordination, and reporting
Demonstrated flexibility and situational awareness, with the ability to adapt to changing project conditions and stakeholder needs
Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment, document decisions, and escalate issues appropriately within established governance structures
Preferred
Professional Engineer, EIT, or CCM
Experience in the southeast US construction industry
Excellent written communications skills
Experience managing consultants and contractors in an owner-side or oversight role
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Deferred compensation plan
Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
Seven paid holidays
One floating holiday
Caregiver leave
Additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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Recent News
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