Senior Project Manager - Life Science Buildings

Market

Life Science

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Your impact

The onsite Program Management team in Baltimore, MD is looking to add an experienced Senior Project Manager for Interiors. This position allows for the opportunity to be a major contributor to the growth of one of the busiest hospitals in the world as part of the owner's representative program management team.

At Jacobs, our PM/CM team works seamlessly with clients by delivering projects and programs to achieve our clients' goals. Whether it's managing construction or designing buildings, solutions are continuously being implemented. What we do is more than construction; we play a part in moving a vision from concept to reality. If you're interested in a rewarding career working on ENR's #1 Program Management and Construction Management-for-Fee firm, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We're looking for a collaborative and driven Senior Project Manager for Interiors who thrives when people are in sync and projects are running not just on time but within budget. Based at our client's project site in Baltimore, MD, you'll be responsible for analyzing and developing reports, meeting minutes, correspondence, project awards, invoices, and assist with development and management of project budgets, schedules, project controls, and on-site management of Construction Managers as needed. You'll provide effective project management to help reduce the costs of delivering projects and adding value to the client by applying proven project management techniques. Your keen ability to multi-task, communicate effectively and tackle project\u202fchallenges will allow you to thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture discipline, Construction Management or Architecture
• 10-15 years of\u202fexperience working on large building construction projects, with 5+ years experience in interior construction consulting with sound knowledge of interior fit out, interior finishes, lab casework, lab equipment coordination, high profile public places, entrance lobbies, building artwork, building materials, and field investigation methods
• Experience with Life Sciences or research laboratory projects
• Solid understanding of design and construction principles with the ability to read construction drawings and perform construction administration processes
• Exceptional verbal, presentation and written communications skills as this role is client-facing
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a critical fast paced environment.
• Strong construction contract knowledge and ability to mitigate risk
• Knowledge of fast-track project delivery methods such as Construction Manager at Risk with multiple Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendments.
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, and online project management systems such as ACC Build, E-Builder, Procore, or PM Web.
• Experience with construction project documentation, budgeting, invoicing, RFIs/submittals, change order review and negotiation, scheduling,
• Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD full time (Mon-Fri)
• Experience working on donor funded projects with high level finishes in public spaces
• Experience with building turnover, activation, and transition services
• Experience with design coordination, procurement, and installation of Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) from multiple vendors

Ideally, you'll also have:\u202f

• Experience with large building construction projects over 500,000 GSF
• Experience with complex laboratory research equipment and the integration of Owner Furnished Owner Installed (OFOI), Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI), and Contractor Furnished Contractor Installed (CFCI) equipment
• Professional Engineering (PE), Registered Architect, and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credentials
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities with proficiency in turning data into strategic insights that help our team make informed decisions
• Experience working as an Owner's Representative on large projects with complex teams
• An internal drive and ambition to enhance your project management skills, support the team, and deliver successful outcomes to our clients.

Sponsorship is not available for this position

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

150,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

200,000.00

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 $150,000.00 to $200,000.00. 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. Job posted on January 27, 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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Locations

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