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Digital Lead Project and Program Management

Jacobs

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Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Digital Lead, where you'll be at the forefront of transforming engineering through digital innovation. You'll manage digital strategies on complex projects, collaborating with global teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet client needs. This role offers the chance to shape the future of infrastructure, driving efficiencies and fostering a culture of innovation. With diverse projects ranging from transportation to environmental initiatives, your contributions will have a lasting impact on communities. Embrace this opportunity to grow your expertise in a dynamic environment that values collaboration and creativity.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programs

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

Degree in IT, Engineering, or related field with industry experience.
Proven track record in delivering digital scopes for large projects.

Responsibilities

Lead digital strategy across infrastructure projects and manage budgets.
Collaborate with global teams to deliver innovative digital solutions.

Skills

Digital Strategy

Project Management

Emerging Technologies

Client Engagement

Technical Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in IT or Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

Digital Collaboration Tools

Digital Lead Project and Program Management

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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

At Jacobs, we're not just building infrastructure; we're shaping the future of Europe. As a member of our team, you'll be at the forefront of delivery, tackling some of the most complex and ambitious projects in the industry.

This role offers you the chance to be at the forefront of digital transformation in engineering, working on projects that shape our world. You'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on how we approach complex project challenges.

As a Digital Lead you will lead business digital disciplines on Jacobs projects and programs. You will be accountable for managing aspects of digital and technology, coordinating with the pursuit and delivery leadership teams through the Project and Program Directors. You will interface with Jacobs and client corporate IT organisations, reporting to the Project or Program Manager.

This role is your opportunity to

Deliver the digital strategy across infrastructure projects, setting the standard for best practices.
Collaborate with global teams to align cutting-edge solutions to client needs.
Analyse client needs and craft compelling digital solutions that win tenders and exceed expectations.
Identify and implement emerging technologies that offer significant technical and financial benefits.
Act as the crucial link between Jacobs' corporate IT, client organisations, and project teams.
Translate complex technical concepts into strategic direction for executive leadership.
Design and deploy technology changes that transform project delivery and efficiency.
Develop and own project digital blueprints, services requirements, standards, and strategies.
Mentor and guide teams of digital SMEs, fostering a culture of controlled innovation.
Ensure compliance with digital and IT laws while pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
Participate in building client relationships and major proposals, lending your expertise to win new business.
Manage budgets strategically, ensuring optimal performance and return on investment.

About The Opportunity

Imagine contributing to transformative initiatives like

The National Highways Lower Thames Crossing, set to revolutionize transportation in the UK
The Palace of Westminster Restoration, preserving a historic building while making it fit for the future
Anglian Water Strategic Pipeline Alliance, ensuring sustainable water supply for generations

But that's just the beginning. Our diverse portfolio spans transport, water, environment, buildings, and government sectors, offering you unparalleled opportunities to grow and diversify your expertise.

With a pipeline of exciting projects in procurement, you'll always be challenged, inspired, and at the cutting edge of your field. At Jacobs, every day brings a new opportunity to make a lasting impact on communities and shape the world around us.

Join us and turn your ambitions into reality on a global stage.

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.

Here's what you'll need

A degree in IT, Engineering, or a related field, coupled with industry experience that showcases your expertise.
Proven track record of successfully delivering delivery orientated digital scopes within large-scale projects or programs.
In-depth understanding of cutting-edge Digital and Technology best practices, processes, and emerging trends.
Demonstrated ability to inspire and guide a team of senior technical professionals.
Exceptional problem-solving skills, with a talent for navigating complex tasks and projects.
Ability to translate technical concepts into clear, impactful communications for all levels of management and executive leadership.
Keen judgment in escalating significant issues and involving senior management at the right time.
Natural networking abilities, adept at building strong relationships across departments and with key external stakeholders.
A commitment to elevating your field of expertise through mentorship, process refinement, and unwavering dedication to quality.

Our Culture

Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women’s – find out more about our employee networks here.

Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain diverse talent. For greater online accessibility please visit www.vercida.com to view and access our roles. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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.

Your application experience is important to us and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. We welcome feedback on our recruitment process and if you need more from us before deciding to join Jacobs then please let us know.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
Industries
Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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