Project Manager - Water Design Build

Job Overview

At Jacobs, we’re reinventing tomorrow by solving critical challenges for thriving cities and resilient environments. As the Water/Wastewater Project Manager, you will protect one of our planet’s most precious resources by leading project teams on water‑related projects across the U.S. Your role includes engaging clients and partners, promoting local marketplace growth, and supporting business development by pursuing and winning projects.

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• Responsible for overall project delivery (cost, schedule, quality, information, contracts) on a single or multiple project assignments
• Implement the Design‑Build process, including experience with alternatives, cost estimating, risk quantifications, supply‑chain selection, project budgets, schedules, and all other commercial aspects of project management
• Manage project development from conception through completion (both large and small) in accordance with program objectives
• Manage all budgets, schedules, scope development, design and construction contracts, documents, procedures and controls for assigned projects
• Manage the review and approval process for consultant invoices, contractor pay applications and change orders and coordinate with the Control Manager for proper posting in the reporting program
• Attend assigned meetings to cover weekly job progress; issue meeting minutes during design
• Resolve complex construction related issues, disputes, and disagreements
• Review status and monitor variances of the construction project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting
• Exhibit excellent communication skills as this position is client‑facing
• Demonstrate the ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline OR 15+ years of experience in the same field in lieu of this degree
• Ten+ years of experience in Design‑Build of water, wastewater, water resources and/or conveyance type work
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect license/certification preferred
• Willingness to travel
• Physical and environmental demands include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility. The work may involve climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, reaching, repetitive hand movements, and exposure to indoor or outdoor environments with loud noise, active machinery, high‑pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights, depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals typical of the water and wastewater design‑build industry

• Health, dental, vision and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company matching
• Deferred compensation and Executive Deferral Plan options for eligible employees
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays, one floating holiday and caregiver leave
• Merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and potential stock ownership

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.