Overview
The Staff Project Manager, Facilities Development leads complex capital projects from concept through commissioning across Joby’s multi-site portfolio, including R&D, manufacturing, flight test, office, and support facilities. Operating as a senior individual contributor, this role applies deep technical and financial expertise to independently deliver high-value projects while influencing cross-functional and senior stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of complex capital projects, typically $1M–$50M, with accountability for scope, schedule, budget, and quality
- Drive feasibility, programming, design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and turnover activities
- Apply expert judgment to resolve complex technical, financial, and schedule challenges with minimal direction
- Manage project budgets, forecasts, change control, and executive-level reporting
- Lead selection and management of architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants
- Partner with Workplace, Facilities Maintenance, IT, Security, EHS, and other teams to ensure operational readiness
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, FAA/airport requirements (when applicable), environmental regulations, and internal standards
Required
- Experience managing complex facilities or construction projects
- Demonstrated experience independently leading large, multi-disciplinary capital projects
- Strong knowledge of building systems (MEP, structural, civil)
- Advanced budgeting, forecasting, and cost control skills
- Ability to influence without authority and communicate effectively with senior leaders
- Proficiency with tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, Procore, or Bluebeam
Desired
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with industrial, manufacturing, aviation, or airport facilities
- Professional certifications (PMP, CCM, PE, LEED AP, or similar)
- Familiarity with FAA processes and environmental reviews (CEQA/NEPA)
- Experience supporting fast-growing or highly regulated environments
Additional Information
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $148,400 - $192,100/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
