Architectural Practice Lead at Jacobs in Los Angeles, CA | USD220,300-302,900 | Kablio

Role

Description

project management

financial planning

risk mitigation

client engagement

team leadership

proposal development

Representing Jacobs in a positive manner at meetings, presentations and in public
Guide the overall development and quality of the project documents and adherence with Jacobs Quality Program
Engage with critical Go/No Go decisions
Plan, organize and direct management and design staff
Participating in directing growth and strategic planning as part of the Company’s management team
Mentoring staff
Sets the Client Expectation Surveys (CES), Client Satisfactory Surveys (CSS) at the beginning of the project and follow up throughout the major milestones
Determine, monitor, and manage financial project metrics, schedules, and staffing requirements for each project
Provide effective team management to help reduce costs of delivering projects and adding value to the business by applying proven management techniques.
Identifying and assessing risks and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies
Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders, and conduct status review meetings among project team members and clients through project execution
Identify and elevate premier Market Sector design opportunities
May lead project team meetings to help resolve project issues, coordination with other disciplines, schedule adherence and sharing client feedback.
"Seller-Doer" - Developing and maintaining internal and external client networks and serving as a primary contributor during client meetings and presentations
Securing, assigning, and maintaining a full-service project team containing all the resources required to successfully deliver projects while maintaining quality
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with Project Teams
Initiating, preparing, and reviewing proposals and participating in interviews in response to RFPs and RFQs. This includes working with discipline leads for potential team members, and develop the project workplan and financial/pricing tool
Ensuring the obligations of the agreement between Client and the Company are fulfilled

Requirements

ncarb

ra

15+ years

project manager

bachelor architecture

master's

Knowledge and implementation of project financial acumen
NCARB certificate holder
15+ years of AEC buildings experience as a client-facing Design Project Manager
5+ years of management involving direct client contact and full responsibility for projects, with examples of new construction project delivery from design through construction
Active participation in professional organizations, with exceptional social, networking, organization, communication, people and presentation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentations
5+ years of experience working as a licensed project architect
Professional Registered Architect (RA)
Ability to work in multi-discipline, multi-office, and Global Integrated Delivery (GID) environments
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited University
Master’s degree

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

Company

Overview

Founded 1947

Year Established

The firm was established in 1947 by Joseph J. Jacobs as a small engineering venture.

Revenue $14–16B

Annual Revenue Range

The company generates annual revenue between $14 billion and $16 billion.

Backlog $22B

Backlog Value

The firm maintains a robust backlog of approximately $22 billion.

Rank #1 ENR

Top 500 Rank

The company consistently ranks at the top of ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list.

Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services.
Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants.
Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors.
Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units.
Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal.
Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.

Culture + Values

We do things right. We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.
We challenge the accepted. We know that to create a better future, we must ask difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things.
We aim higher. We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.
We live inclusion. We put people at the heart of our business. We embrace different perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact. Through an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers, we build trust – in each other and across our company.

Environment + Sustainability

100% Renewable Energy

Sustainability Achievement

Achieved 100% renewable energy and net-zero carbon emissions for operations (Scopes 1, 2, and business travel) in 2020, aligned with the PAS 2060 standard.

61% Emissions Reduction

GHG Reduction Milestone

Reduced total value-chain GHG emissions by 61% by FY 22 (from FY 19 baseline) to 130,232 tCO₂e, maintaining net-zero for Scopes 1, 2, and travel emissions after offsets and certificates.

$50/tonne CO₂e

Carbon Pricing Initiative

Introduced carbon pricing of $50 USD per tonne CO₂e on business travel, with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.

65% Suppliers Target

Supplier Sustainability Commitment

Committed to ensuring 65% of suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2025.

Committed to becoming carbon negative for operations and travel by 2030.
Science-based target for full value-chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Joined The Climate Pledge: carbon-neutral by 2040, a decade ahead of Paris Agreement.
Introduced carbon pricing ($50 USD per tonne CO₂e) on business travel with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
Launched inaugural sustainability-linked bonds in FY 23 tied to gender equality (UN SDG 5/10) and climate action (UN SDG 13).
Climate Action Plan: ensure every project becomes a climate-response opportunity; maintain carbon neutrality and 100% low-carbon electricity.

Inclusion & Diversity

45%

Female or Ethnically Diverse Representation

45% of the Board of Directors are female or ethnically diverse.

63%

Diverse Executives

The Executive Leadership Team comprises 63% diverse members.

40%

Women in Leadership

40% of the Executive Leadership Team are women.

8 Networks

Employee Networks

Eight employee networks representing diverse groups within the company.

To be the employer of choice and recognized globally for attracting diverse talent where inclusion is our differentiator in bringing innovative thought and solutions to our clients.
Create an environment where diverse employees want to join, feel they belong and will thrive.
Underwent full pay equity review annually, with budget allocated to rectify inequities in like‑for‑like roles.
Instituted inclusion and diversity goals within senior leadership compensation metrics since FY 19.
Committed to launching conscious inclusion training for all employees.
Partnered with external organizations (e.g., NSBE, SHPE, Catalyst) and recognized by HRC, Disability Equality Index, Times Top 50 Employers for Women, Australia WGEA Employer of Choice.

Articles

Careers at Jacobs

Life at Jacobs

Early Careers

Jacobs ‘Leading through our culture’ video

Role

Description

project management

financial planning

risk mitigation

client engagement

team leadership

proposal development

Representing Jacobs in a positive manner at meetings, presentations and in public
Guide the overall development and quality of the project documents and adherence with Jacobs Quality Program
Engage with critical Go/No Go decisions
Plan, organize and direct management and design staff
Participating in directing growth and strategic planning as part of the Company’s management team
Mentoring staff
Sets the Client Expectation Surveys (CES), Client Satisfactory Surveys (CSS) at the beginning of the project and follow up throughout the major milestones
Determine, monitor, and manage financial project metrics, schedules, and staffing requirements for each project
Provide effective team management to help reduce costs of delivering projects and adding value to the business by applying proven management techniques.
Identifying and assessing risks and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies
Facilitate the creation of communication plans, ensuring that appropriate information is exchanged among key stakeholders, and conduct status review meetings among project team members and clients through project execution
Identify and elevate premier Market Sector design opportunities
May lead project team meetings to help resolve project issues, coordination with other disciplines, schedule adherence and sharing client feedback.
"Seller-Doer" - Developing and maintaining internal and external client networks and serving as a primary contributor during client meetings and presentations
Securing, assigning, and maintaining a full-service project team containing all the resources required to successfully deliver projects while maintaining quality
Fosters and maintains a collaborative professional working relationship with Project Teams
Initiating, preparing, and reviewing proposals and participating in interviews in response to RFPs and RFQs. This includes working with discipline leads for potential team members, and develop the project workplan and financial/pricing tool
Ensuring the obligations of the agreement between Client and the Company are fulfilled

Requirements

ncarb

ra

15+ years

project manager

bachelor architecture

master's

Knowledge and implementation of project financial acumen
NCARB certificate holder
15+ years of AEC buildings experience as a client-facing Design Project Manager
5+ years of management involving direct client contact and full responsibility for projects, with examples of new construction project delivery from design through construction
Active participation in professional organizations, with exceptional social, networking, organization, communication, people and presentation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including presentations
5+ years of experience working as a licensed project architect
Professional Registered Architect (RA)
Ability to work in multi-discipline, multi-office, and Global Integrated Delivery (GID) environments
Demonstrated ability to lead multiple projects
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited University
Master’s degree

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

Company

Overview

Founded 1947

Year Established

The firm was established in 1947 by Joseph J. Jacobs as a small engineering venture.

Revenue $14–16B

Annual Revenue Range

The company generates annual revenue between $14 billion and $16 billion.

Backlog $22B

Backlog Value

The firm maintains a robust backlog of approximately $22 billion.

Rank #1 ENR

Top 500 Rank

The company consistently ranks at the top of ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list.

Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services.
Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants.
Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors.
Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units.
Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal.
Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.

Culture + Values

We do things right. We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.
We challenge the accepted. We know that to create a better future, we must ask difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things.
We aim higher. We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.
We live inclusion. We put people at the heart of our business. We embrace different perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact. Through an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers, we build trust – in each other and across our company.

Environment + Sustainability

100% Renewable Energy

Sustainability Achievement

Achieved 100% renewable energy and net-zero carbon emissions for operations (Scopes 1, 2, and business travel) in 2020, aligned with the PAS 2060 standard.

61% Emissions Reduction

GHG Reduction Milestone

Reduced total value-chain GHG emissions by 61% by FY 22 (from FY 19 baseline) to 130,232 tCO₂e, maintaining net-zero for Scopes 1, 2, and travel emissions after offsets and certificates.

$50/tonne CO₂e

Carbon Pricing Initiative

Introduced carbon pricing of $50 USD per tonne CO₂e on business travel, with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.

65% Suppliers Target

Supplier Sustainability Commitment

Committed to ensuring 65% of suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2025.

Committed to becoming carbon negative for operations and travel by 2030.
Science-based target for full value-chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Joined The Climate Pledge: carbon-neutral by 2040, a decade ahead of Paris Agreement.
Introduced carbon pricing ($50 USD per tonne CO₂e) on business travel with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
Launched inaugural sustainability-linked bonds in FY 23 tied to gender equality (UN SDG 5/10) and climate action (UN SDG 13).
Climate Action Plan: ensure every project becomes a climate-response opportunity; maintain carbon neutrality and 100% low-carbon electricity.

Inclusion & Diversity

45%

Female or Ethnically Diverse Representation

45% of the Board of Directors are female or ethnically diverse.

63%

Diverse Executives

The Executive Leadership Team comprises 63% diverse members.

40%

Women in Leadership

40% of the Executive Leadership Team are women.

8 Networks

Employee Networks

Eight employee networks representing diverse groups within the company.

To be the employer of choice and recognized globally for attracting diverse talent where inclusion is our differentiator in bringing innovative thought and solutions to our clients.
Create an environment where diverse employees want to join, feel they belong and will thrive.
Underwent full pay equity review annually, with budget allocated to rectify inequities in like‑for‑like roles.
Instituted inclusion and diversity goals within senior leadership compensation metrics since FY 19.
Committed to launching conscious inclusion training for all employees.
Partnered with external organizations (e.g., NSBE, SHPE, Catalyst) and recognized by HRC, Disability Equality Index, Times Top 50 Employers for Women, Australia WGEA Employer of Choice.

Articles

Careers at Jacobs

Life at Jacobs

Early Careers

Jacobs ‘Leading through our culture’ video