Project Manager - Show (Theme Parks)

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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.

About the Opportunity

This is no ordinary project. You’ll be leading the development of a show environment that’s set to be among the largest and most technically advanced on the planet—featuring immersive projection mapping, cutting-edge AV, special effects, and a built environment designed to awe. As Project Manager – Show, you’ll oversee and manage the full development of one of the most ambitious and technically advanced entertainment spectacles ever built. From early design through construction and final delivery, you’ll lead cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of creative vision, infrastructure, and cutting-edge systems. You’ll be the driving force behind its realization, ensuring every detail is executed to the highest standards of quality, safety, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage show-related project timelines, budgets, and documentation throughout the design and construction lifecycle.
• Draft EOIs, PQQs, RFPs, and technical proposals to support vendor selection and scope definition.
• Coordinate internal teams and external partners, ensuring clear communication of guidelines, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Assess and mitigate risks across all phases, proactively resolving issues with stakeholders.
• Lead task prioritization and team check-ins to maintain momentum and accountability.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership, clients, and partners—tracking progress and flagging risks.
• Manage client and IP relationships, ensuring alignment with design intent and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with discipline leads to monitor schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensure construction plans reflect design intent, constructability, methodology, HSE standards, and delivery strategy.
• Work closely with contractors to drive scope delivery to time and budget.
• Identify and resolve gaps or conflicts between design documentation and contract requirements.
• Monitor and coordinate technical interfaces and dependencies to ensure seamless integration across systems.

What you’ll need

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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