Project Manager - Life Sciences

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.

We’re proud to hold longstanding partnerships with the world’s leading Life Sciences firms. From designing a facility to manufacture transformative therapies, to accelerating the delivery of life-saving products, we help our clients solve their most important challenges. 

Our aim is to give the best minds of today the platform to create the cures of tomorrow. 

As our clients work to meet aggressive timelines, we strive to be the catalyst for innovation. We provide end-to-end project delivery from a trusted partner in a fast, smart and safe way – on time and within budget. 

With more than half a century’s relevant experience to draw upon, this adds up to a total one-stop facility service for our clients. 

At Jacobs we provide the resources to turn great ideas into reality, and we’re looking for the most talented and passionate individuals out there to be our next generation of leaders.

To support our growth strategy, we are seeking applications for the position of Project Manager.  As a Project Manager with Jacobs, you will work within established project teams to execute and deliver safe technical solutions to our clients.  This position will provide successful applicant with an environment where you have access to unlimited learning opportunities and space for growth for you to work towards the next stage of your career. 

The ideal candidate shall ideally be able to take responsibility for the safe delivery of the project including managing contract administration, invoicing, forecasting, schedule management and quality documentation. Your passion for safety & quality should align well with our culture and you’ll be expected to demonstrate this when engaging with colleagues as well as clients. 

You’ll be encouraged to build upon your existing knowledge and experience by working closely with more experienced colleagues. Working together, we’ll help you grow and pursue what fulfils you.

• Degree qualified in appropriate management, engineering subject or equivalent 
• Proficient knowledge of project management processes and procedures
• Proficient execution planning skills
• Strong knowledge of HSE procedures and practices
• Strong in organising and managing complex project activities
• Working knowledge of project control systems
• Knowledge of proposals and bid processes
• Understands engineering estimate basis
• Understands contractual requirements for the project

Ideally, here’s what you’ll also have

• Chartered or Incorporated through a relevant Professional Institution or a willingness to achieve this (with full support from Jacobs)
• Demonstrable knowledge of writing project quality and delivery plans
• Good understanding of the technical work undertaken in Biotech/Pharma sector
• Demonstrable knowledge of undertaking earned value analysis on projects

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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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