Senior Project Manager (Water/Wastewater)

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About the role

Shape the future of Tampa's water infrastructure with Jacobs. We’re seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead transformative water and wastewater projects for key municipal clients across Florida. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact on communities while advancing your career with a global leader in engineering and consulting.

As a Senior PM, you’ll be more than a project leader—you’ll be a trusted advisor and strategic partner. You’ll build strong relationships at every level of client organizations, ensuring Jacobs is their consultant of choice. Working closely with our sales and delivery teams, you’ll champion client goals, drive innovation, and deliver projects that exceed expectations. This role will primarily support projects in Tampa, but we welcome candidates from across South Florida. Occasional travel within the region may be required to collaborate with clients and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of the project lifecycle, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget targets are met.
• Oversee projects that meet the highest standards for safety, quality, and risk management—while supporting clients.
• Secure new opportunities through proposals, presentations, and negotiations, leveraging your market insight and client relationships.
• Contribute to our Florida Market Action Plan, introducing cutting-edge solutions and expanding our client base.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and diversity through Jacobs’ TogetherBeyond℠ initiative.
• Develop account strategies, lead pursuit activities, and influence win strategies to strengthen long-term partnerships.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in engineering or related discipline.
• 15+ years in Project Management for water/wastewater treatment and conveyance projects, with municipal consulting experience.
• Florida PE or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities; proven success in client relationship management and project delivery.
• Strategic thinker, problem solver, and team builder with a passion for innovation and community impact.

Benefits

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

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $145,000.00 to $200,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

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.