Facilities Development Staff Project Manager

Joby Aviation • San Carlos, CA

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About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

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

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees