Project Manager - MEP Buildings

Location

Dallas, Texas, United States

Capabilities

Construction

Office Setup

Office/Onsite

Job ID

#46779

Industry

Cities & Places

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 Project Manager- with experience delivering large, complex capital construction programs within K–12, and higher education. The project manager’s background should include project-level oversight of education facilities with individual and cumulative construction values well in excess of $50 million. We are looking for a Project Manager who thrives when people are in sync and projects are running not just on time but within budget. Based at the client site in Dallas, TX you will report directly to the Program Manager and will work alongside other Client project managers and facility operators. You will be responsible for PM capabilities including the management of the project development from conception through completion in accordance with program objectives. You will manage and provide construction oversight and facilitate resolution to 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. By developing and delivering on project scopes, budgets, reports, contracts, and schedules, you’ll help our team achieve the Client’s objectives. Your keen ability to multi-task, communicate effectively and tackle project challenges will allow you to thrive in our fast-paced environment. You’ll bring your expertise to solve complex problems, ensuring the success of our projects.

You have purpose. And at Jacobs, you can live it. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals –all at a single global company.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or equivalent experience

• 10+ years' experience in managing construction or renovation projects, in K-12 and Higher Education, with a focus on the MEP discipline.

• Advanced project management skills to effectively manage highly complex projects, or highly specialized and critical project components.

• Advanced knowledge of the organization, including its infrastructure, rules, regulations, policies and short- and long-range strategic building plans.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• Experience in serving as owner’s representative.

• Possess technical competence with disciplines of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing works in the construction industry environment

• Understand Contract Documents including Drawings, Specifications and Contracts and provide technical assistance and recommendations for action

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), CM-Lean, DBIA Professional, Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect license/certification

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

121,900.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

190,450.00

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 $121,900.00 to $190,450.00. 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 October 14, 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.

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