Assistant Project Manager

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

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Assistant Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects across multiple teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget, while maintaining high-quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning & Execution
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocation.
• Monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Stakeholder Management
• Act as the primary point of contact between stakeholders and project teams.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and outcomes effectively.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Team Leadership
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones.
• Facilitate collaboration and resolve conflicts.
• Motivate and guide team members to deliver high-quality results.
• Risk & Issue Management
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Address project issues promptly to minimize impact.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and policies.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Prepare regular status reports for senior management.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to identify lessons learned.
  

Here's what you'll need

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, IT, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Proven experience in project management.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, PMP certification is a plus).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools
  
  
  

At Jacobs we value people. Having the right balance of belonging, career and lifestyle enables us to consistently deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.

Working alongside industry leaders, you will have the opportunity to develop your career working on key projects in an environment which encourages collaboration, knowledge sharing and innovation. To support your professional growth, Jacobs flexible working arrangements, extended leave options and a host of social, health and wellbeing events and initiatives will underpin our commitment to you.

At Jacobs it’s all about what you do, not where you are, which counts!

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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