Senior Project Manager, Special Projects
Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., San Francisco, CA, United States
Senior Project Manager, Special Projects
Capabilities
Digital and Data
Office Setup
Hybrid
Job ID
#38709
Your impact
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.
This is an opportunity to be a part of a growing team at
StreetLight , a subsidiary of Jacobs Engineering Group. The
Services
team creates solutions that directly benefit our most cutting-edge customers and help communities become smart, sustainable cities. You can become a leader in the transition to data-driven planning. Our clients are on the cusp of adopting
Big Data
solutions at scale, and we are one of the first companies to enter this high-potential industry.
As a
Senior Project Manager
in our Services team your role will be vital in deepening how StreetLight’s data and metrics are applied in real planning contexts. You will directly influence the success of our customers by bringing domain expertise to the interpretation and implementation of our analytics, and you will help shape the next generation of StreetLight’s solutions by translating firsthand knowledge of agency needs into analytically grounded offerings. You are passionate about making an impact through smarter, better planning and you are a creative problem solver who is interested in a wide range of mobility challenges.
Responsibilities
Identify opportunities for new analytical products and services that are sought after by the transportation industry, drawing on direct knowledge of agency workflows, decision contexts, and transportation data availability
Scope, prototype, and refine new offerings that leverage StreetLight’s proprietary metrics alongside external data in collaboration with a cross-functional internal team
Guide customers in the appropriate use of StreetLight’s most complex custom products and services, including scope definition and interpretation of results for both technical and non-technical audiences
Develop and maintain a deep and up-to-date knowledge of StreetLight’s Big Data capabilities and use cases
Remain current with emerging trends, customer challenges, and growth opportunities
Manage the delivery of awarded Services projects to meet customer needs, including helping define Scopes of Work and meeting delivery timelines and budgets
Collaborate with Marketing to guide development of sales materials, lead webinars, and prepare presentations for industry conferences and events
Requirements
BS / MS in Planning, Engineering, Mathematics, Science or similarly technical field
8+ years of experience in a technical data-focused role in transportation, working with major transportation agencies, planning organizations, or consulting firms
Deep familiarity with how public agencies use household travel surveys, passive mobility data, and other data sources, including a working understanding of their respective strengths, inferential limitations, and complementary potential
Strong data analysis skills, knowing what is and is not possible, and ability to visualize data in the best way possible for technical and non-technical audiences
Comfort operating at the boundary between methodological rigor and practical delivery, able to clearly communicate tradeoffs and provide solid advice
Experience managing complex technical projects including communicating with demanding customers and technical team members
Excellent communication skills – written, visual (presentations), and verbal
Strong geo‑spatial skills and experience using ArcGIS/QGIS is required
Ability to mentor and coach team members, promoting professional growth, knowledge sharing, and high standards of execution
Preferred
5+ years' experience in exploratory data analysis and statistics, using tools such as GIS, R, Python, and PostgreSQL
5+ years' experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and SQL, including strong understanding of concepts
Basic understanding of techniques in data science (machine learning algorithms, forecasting, regression analysis, data visualization, API calls, etc.)
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, 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. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $165,000.00 to $185,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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. Job posted on April 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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 enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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Capabilities
Digital and Data
Office Setup
Hybrid
Job ID
#38709
Your impact
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.
This is an opportunity to be a part of a growing team at
StreetLight , a subsidiary of Jacobs Engineering Group. The
Services
team creates solutions that directly benefit our most cutting-edge customers and help communities become smart, sustainable cities. You can become a leader in the transition to data-driven planning. Our clients are on the cusp of adopting
Big Data
solutions at scale, and we are one of the first companies to enter this high-potential industry.
As a
Senior Project Manager
in our Services team your role will be vital in deepening how StreetLight’s data and metrics are applied in real planning contexts. You will directly influence the success of our customers by bringing domain expertise to the interpretation and implementation of our analytics, and you will help shape the next generation of StreetLight’s solutions by translating firsthand knowledge of agency needs into analytically grounded offerings. You are passionate about making an impact through smarter, better planning and you are a creative problem solver who is interested in a wide range of mobility challenges.
Responsibilities
Identify opportunities for new analytical products and services that are sought after by the transportation industry, drawing on direct knowledge of agency workflows, decision contexts, and transportation data availability
Scope, prototype, and refine new offerings that leverage StreetLight’s proprietary metrics alongside external data in collaboration with a cross-functional internal team
Guide customers in the appropriate use of StreetLight’s most complex custom products and services, including scope definition and interpretation of results for both technical and non-technical audiences
Develop and maintain a deep and up-to-date knowledge of StreetLight’s Big Data capabilities and use cases
Remain current with emerging trends, customer challenges, and growth opportunities
Manage the delivery of awarded Services projects to meet customer needs, including helping define Scopes of Work and meeting delivery timelines and budgets
Collaborate with Marketing to guide development of sales materials, lead webinars, and prepare presentations for industry conferences and events
Requirements
BS / MS in Planning, Engineering, Mathematics, Science or similarly technical field
8+ years of experience in a technical data-focused role in transportation, working with major transportation agencies, planning organizations, or consulting firms
Deep familiarity with how public agencies use household travel surveys, passive mobility data, and other data sources, including a working understanding of their respective strengths, inferential limitations, and complementary potential
Strong data analysis skills, knowing what is and is not possible, and ability to visualize data in the best way possible for technical and non-technical audiences
Comfort operating at the boundary between methodological rigor and practical delivery, able to clearly communicate tradeoffs and provide solid advice
Experience managing complex technical projects including communicating with demanding customers and technical team members
Excellent communication skills – written, visual (presentations), and verbal
Strong geo‑spatial skills and experience using ArcGIS/QGIS is required
Ability to mentor and coach team members, promoting professional growth, knowledge sharing, and high standards of execution
Preferred
5+ years' experience in exploratory data analysis and statistics, using tools such as GIS, R, Python, and PostgreSQL
5+ years' experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and SQL, including strong understanding of concepts
Basic understanding of techniques in data science (machine learning algorithms, forecasting, regression analysis, data visualization, API calls, etc.)
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, 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. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $165,000.00 to $185,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
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. Job posted on April 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
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 enabling them to deliver their best work.
Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.
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