Project Manager (Water/Wastewater) | South Florida

At Jacobs, we challenge 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. We turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced and collaborative Project Manager (PM) who will leverage relationships to build strategic business partnerships and deliver high-profile projects with key municipal clients in South Florida. You will understand client organizations and processes, develop and maintain consistent relationships at all levels, and ensure Jacobs is the consultant-of-choice. Working with our sales team, you’ll position Jacobs as the client’s best advocate for accomplishing their goals while ensuring we thoroughly understand their needs, challenges, and aspirations.

Responsibilities

• Lead with innovation and expertise, guiding multidisciplinary teams through project lifecycle management to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Champion excellence and client satisfaction, delivering projects that exceed expectations while adhering to Jacobs’ standards for health, safety, quality, and risk management.
• Ignite growth and opportunity by securing new contracts through compelling proposals, presentations, and negotiations based on deep market understanding and client needs.
• Contribute to the Florida Market Action Plan, delivering leading-edge technology solutions while diversifying and expanding our client base.
• Demonstrate leadership with integrity, candor, and a commitment to inclusion and diversity (our culture, TogetherBeyond℠).
• Lead the development, maintenance, and advancement of client relationships, including strategy, opportunity assessment, Go/No-Go decisions, and win strategy.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects exceeding client expectations while meeting budget and gross margin goals.
• Drive growth by ensuring client satisfaction from relationship development through final project delivery.
• Lead key pursuit activities during all phases, collaborating with sales operations, legal, and project teams.
• Build client relationships through face-to-face meetings and participation in professional events.
• Coordinate internally with sales, operations, and legal teams on client strategy, project delivery, and pursuits.
• Obtain and analyze client feedback to inform strategic actions.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. degree in a related engineering or applicable discipline.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible Project Management experience with Water/Wastewater treatment, Conveyance projects, and municipal consulting.
• Florida-registered Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong understanding of project delivery tools, metrics, and a proven history of leading teams to meet client expectations.
• Excellent oral and written communication, self-motivation, and team-oriented work practices.
• Strong data analysis, technical problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven track record in developing and maintaining client relationships that generate new and repeat consulting work.
• Adept at interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, and leading diverse teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount.
• Eligibility for deferred compensation or Executive Deferral Plan.
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Additional rewards for eligible roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $123,000.00 to $153,000.00. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Hybrid working policy allowing employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.

Job posted on February 11, 2026. This position will remain open for at least 3 days.