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Construction Project Manager - Higher Education (Cortland, NY)
Construction Project Manager - Higher Education (Cortland, NY)-March 2024
Syracuse
Mar 29, 2026
About Construction Project Manager - Higher Education (Cortland, NY)

  Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

  Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

  Your Impact:

  As a global leader of Program Management and Construction Management (PM/CM) services, we deliver award winning total Design and/or Construction Management projects for public and private sector clients. 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 at ENR's #1 Program Management and Construction Management-for-Fee firm, then Jacobs is where you belong!

  Our team is looking for an experienced and collaborative Project Manager - Construction to focus on Higher Education projects in the Cortland, NY area. In this role, you will be responsible to work with the client, with Jacobs team members and with subconsultant staff for the successful delivery of work assignments, including the financial reporting and quality management of the work. You'll manage and provide contract management oversight and facilitate resolution of complex project related issues. You will have a role in developing plans, strategies, goals, and objectives that will assist the client in achieving success with their Program.

  As the Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for ensuring not only the progress and technical performance of a project, but also the task 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.

  Here's What You'll Need:

  Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Construction Management, or Architecture

  10+ years of experience as a Project Manager managing large construction projects

  5+ years of Higher Education construction management experience

  Experience in contract management, with a working knowledge of project controls, scheduling, cost management and financial controls

  Valid State’s driver’s license and the ability to pass a motor vehicle background check required as driving is a primary responsibility. Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have:

  Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Project Management Professional (PMP), DBIA Professional, and/or Professional Engineer (PE)

  Sponsorship is not available for this position

  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. Eligible employees and their dependents may elect medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan, and if eligible, a deferred compensation plan, and Executive Deferral Plan. We have an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for eligible full-time exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Hired applicants will be able to purchase discounted company stock and have the opportunity to receive a discretionary performance bonus.

  The base salary range for this position is $130,000 to $160,000. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

  #NorthPMCM #BIA

  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. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.

  Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

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