Construction Manager- Water

Jacobs; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Stock purchase plan

PPTO

Seven paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs in the Portland area is seeking a Construction Manager to lead complex water/wastewater projects, coordinating with clients and field teams, and ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. You will bring 10+ years of CM experience, proficiency with Primavera P6 and Procore, and a track record of managing budgets and procurement from preconstruction to close-out.

The role offers competitive compensation and benefits, onsite work, and opportunities to influence critical infrastructure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of proven experience in Construction Management working on clean water/waste water projects or related projects.
• Knowledge of construction methods, materials, plans and specifications; safety requirements.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day field activities, schedules, and budgets on water infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate with clients, contractors, and subs, managing change orders and safety compliance.
• Lead preconstruction through close-out phases including procurement and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Procore

Job description

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 helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their advanced water/wastewater facilities that are changing our world. We're looking for a Construction Manager to be based in the Portland Area who is excited about working on projects supporting our clients’ business and business practices. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on utility construction projects including water/wastewater, treatment facilities, and pipeline. Relevant experience includes structural concrete, vaults, conveyance/pipeline, pump/lift stations, tanks, basins, integration & controls, and mechanical install. Preferred experience with mechanical elements of water infrastructure, including pumps, motors, valves, piping, clarifier, filtration and sedimentation equipment, and Building Mechanical systems. You will be expected to work with clients and contractors with the knowledge of construction practices including change management, safety, quality assurance, scheduling, estimating, price negotiations, and oversight of day-to-day activities. By developing and delivering on project scopes, budgets, reports, contracts, and schedules, you’ll help our teams achieve our client’s objectives. Your keen ability to multi-task, communicate effectively and tackle project challenges will allow you to thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Working together, we’ll help you grow and pursue what fulfills you so that we can make impacts on the future – big and small, global and local.

Here’s what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field OR equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.
• 10+ years of proven experience in Construction Management working on clean water/waste water projects or related projects
• Knowledge of construction including material, methods, plans and specifications; associated safety requirements.
• Required to have and maintain a satisfactory driving record

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Proven experience leading full-cycle projects—from preconstruction and procurement through close-out—while managing budgets, schedules, and field teams.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6, Procore, and other project management tools is essential, with additional computer literacy

Essential Functions

Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, and lifting. Lifting requirements limited to 20 lbs. in the form of supplies, drawings, etc. Longest distance carried of 50 feet. Hand manipulation is required for simple grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine manipulation. Right and/or left hands utilized. Occasional need to reach and/or work above the shoulder, for supplies, as well as below the shoulder for same. No foot controls necessary. Must be alert to equipment in the field, there will be occasional travel, will work near or on a construction job site equipment when in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

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, 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.

The base salary range for this position is $119,800.00 to $164,800.00. 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 August 24, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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

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