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Facilities Development Staff Project Manager

Joby Aviation

San Carlos, CA · Posted November 12, 2026

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About the job

Company Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

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.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer