Water/Wastewater Project Manager
About the role
Jacobs is seeking Project Managers for its Columbus, Ohio team to deliver large‑scale water and wastewater projects across the region. You will lead multidisciplinary teams, provide innovative and sustainable solutions, mentor staff, build long‑term client relationships, and support business development activities such as strategy development, positioning, proposing, and contract negotiation. The role emphasizes living inclusion, diversity, and equality, fostering a culture of belonging and collaboration with global Integrated Delivery teammates.
Responsibilities
- Lead project teams to deliver complex water treatment, distribution, and conveyance projects.
- Provide innovative and sustainable engineering solutions for clients.
- Mentor and develop staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
- Form and maintain long‑term relationships with clients and pursue new business opportunities.
- Support business development activities, including strategy development, positioning, proposal preparation, and contract negotiation.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary efforts across local and national design centers and with industry‑leading technologists.
- Engage with Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teams to maximize design, digital technology, and support capabilities.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering.
- Project management experience on water/wastewater treatment, distribution, or conveyance projects.
- Multidiscipline design management experience.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to develop positive client relationships and win work.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Master’s degree (preferred).
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company stock purchase at a discount.
- Optional deferred compensation and Executive Deferral Plan.
- Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees.
- Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
- Eligibility for merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and additional stock awards.
Pay
Base salary range: $125,000.00 – $178,000.00, determined by work location, skills, experience, and education.
Schedule
Hybrid working policy allowing employees to split the work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.