Water​/Wastewater Project Manager

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.

Both providing safe, clean water and collecting and treating wastewater are essential for our communities. Here at Jacobs we deliver the conveyance and storage required to make this happen on iconic projects worldwide. We’re seeking a Project Manager to work with our Water and Wastewater clients in Southeast Michigan or Ohio. You’ll lead local project teams, mentor staff, form long‑term client relationships, pursue new work, develop strategy, position, propose and negotiate contracts, and collaborate with diverse multi‑discipline teams to advance innovative, sustainable solutions.

Our most impactful mission is to embrace an inclusive culture, enabling diversity, equality and belonging, and to create opportunities for every perspective. We partner globally and leverage design, digital technology and support capabilities to maximize project outcomes.

$/yr – $/yr

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Project Management and Information Technology

Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services and IT Consulting

• Bachelor’s Degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering.
• Demonstrated understanding of one or all of the following: drinking water treatment, wastewater treatment, master planning, conveyance and storage, and/or treatment processes and technologies.
• Multi‑discipline design management experience.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
• Self‑motivated and initiator; demonstrated by a desire to get the job done through any challenges.
• Project management experience for water/wastewater infrastructure study and design projects.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with clients.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License.

• More than 8 years of progressive engineering and project management experience.
• Master’s Degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering.
• Experience with process mechanical design and willingness to perform as the discipline lead on an as‑needed basis.

Our health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance; a 401(k) plan; the ability to purchase company stock at a discount; and eligibility for a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. We offer unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may also be eligible for 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.

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. 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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Job posted on December 22, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.