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Project Manager - Water Design Build

Jacobs, San Diego, CA, United States


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.

Your impact
Support our Design‑Build water clients across the U.S. and have a hand in transforming tomorrow. As the Water/Wastewater Project Manager, you will protect one of our planet’s most precious resources. Working with other members of our team, you will lead project teams on water‑related projects across the region, engage with clients and team partners, promote growth in the local marketplace and support business development by pursuing and winning projects.

Responsibilities

Responsible for overall project delivery (cost, schedule, quality, information, contracts) on a single or multiple project assignments

Implement the Design‑Build process, including 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 and contractor pay applications, change orders and coordinate with Control Manager for proper posting in reporting program

Attend assigned meetings to cover weekly job progress meetings, 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

Excellent communication skills as this position is client facing

Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

What you'll need

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline OR 15+ years of experience in the same field in lieu of this degree

At least fifteen 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

The physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties of this position include standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands, which may include the ability to climb, stoop, kneel, squat, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. The work areas may be indoor, outdoor, have loud noise, active machinery including high‑pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, some defined confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases and chemicals as you would expect in the water and wastewater design‑build industry.

Benefits
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried‑exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

Salary
The base salary range for this position is $145,500.00 to $220,110.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

EEO Statement
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.

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