Senior Contract Manager

Senior Contract Manager – Jacobs

Apply for the Senior Contract Manager role at Jacobs in Baltimore, Maryland.

Base Pay Range: $/yr - $/yr

• Oversee and monitor the timeline for the development of contracts.
• Oversee and communicate utilizing various monthly reports associated with the management of the program. Review and approve charges to projects and take necessary steps to correct variances or deficiencies.
• Review project schedules and resolve construction contract issues.
• Present contract budget information on a weekly / monthly basis and as needed.
• Ensure financial accountability and appropriate monitoring of contract/subcontract expenditures.
• Oversee and monitor approval of payment vouchers, analyze errors, and ensure corrections are completed. Oversee post‑construction contract activities and close out.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Business Management, Accounting, Construction Management or equivalent.
• Substantial experience applying engineering construction principles and practices, highway / tunnel / rail construction processes, and quality assurance and quality control methods.
• Skilled with applying state and federal standards related to transportation‑related construction, constructability review processes and practices, and problem resolution methods.
• Ability to read and comprehend the laws related to transportation as reflected in the applicable local and federal regulations.
• Skilled in the use of computers and software applications including automated financial and construction management programs.
• Skilled in Excel and managing complex spreadsheets.
• Familiarity gained from previous professional experience in contract administration, construction management, engineering, and related fields is essential.
• Legal or paralegal training or experience (preferred).

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on January 02, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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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Not Applicable

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services & IT Consulting