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Senior Construction Manager – Aerospace

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Wichita, KS
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

Jacobs seeks a driven Senior Construction Manager to lead onsite construction execution for high‑profile aerospace capital projects in the greater Wichita, Kansas area, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and client objectives are met while building strong client relationships.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsMicrosoft SharePointConstruction ManagementProject ManagementLeadership

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration10+ Years Experience on Facility Capital Improvement ProjectsValid Driver's LicenseProject Management Professional (PMP)Certified Construction Manager (CCM)Professional Engineer (PE) License

Full job description

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. We're looking for a driven and client-focused Senior Construction Manager to support a major aerospace client on high-profile capital construction programs in the greater Wichita, Kansas area.

In this role, you'll provide onsite leadership for multiple mid- to large-scale facility projects within an active manufacturing environment. Working closely with client stakeholders, contractors, and project teams, you'll ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with client objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead onsite construction execution for capital improvement projects.

  • Coordinate activities between client stakeholders, designers, contractors, and project teams.

  • Monitor contractor performance, safety, quality, schedule, and contract compliance.

  • Conduct site walks, construction meetings, and progress reviews.

  • Manage field-related issues, RFIs, change orders, and construction risks.

  • Review project schedules, reports, budgets, and contract values.

  • Provide oversight of all craft trades and construction activities.

  • Support planning and pre-construction efforts through constructability reviews and execution planning.

  • Build strong client relationships and mentor junior team members

By building strong, trust based relationships with the client and project teams, you will contribute directly to the success of both the client’s capital program and Jacobs’ continued growth in the aerospace sector.

Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. We’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

  • Bachelor's Degree Construction Management, Engineering, or Business Administration with related experience.

  • 10+ years of experience on facility capital improvement projects, particularly within manufacturing and assembly facilities.

  • Knowledge of pre-design, pre-construction, project delivery systems, and manufacturing facility capital projects.

  • Skilled in Microsoft business applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint.

  • Valid drivers license with good driving record.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

  • Project Management Professional (PMP),

  • Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification, or

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license

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