Construction Project Engineer Professional Associate

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 128,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

7 paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking a Construction Project Engineer Professional Associate to work in Columbus, OH and various unanticipated worksites in the US. Responsibilities include coordinating scope, schedule, and cost, reviewing submittals, and leading field QA efforts to ensure technical compliance.

The role requires advanced civil engineering expertise, strong project management, and the ability to mentor junior engineers. Competitive salary and robust benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field and 3 years of work experience in Wastewater Treatment.
• Alternative: Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field and 5 years of work experience in Wastewater Treatment.
• FE Civil Exam passed.
• OSHA 10-hour certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate scope, schedule, and cost management; assist design reviews and prepare technical recommendations.
• Review submittals, RFIs, RFPs; maintain conformed documents and as-built drawings; verify monthly payments.
• Lead field inspections and quality assurance; resolve design conflicts and monitor field conditions.
• Perform CPM scheduling and cost estimating; track milestones and budgets.
• Conduct SWPPP inspections and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and interns.

Skills

Project management

Field engineering

Quality assurance

Civil design

Stakeholder interface

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Bluebeam Revu

SharePoint/OneDrive

Microsoft Office

Job description

Construction Project Engineer Professional Associate

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

We are looking for a Construction Project Engineer Professional Associate to work in Columbus, OH and various unanticipated worksites in the US.

Responsibilities include:

Project Coordination & Technical Support: Assist in scope, schedule, and cost management. Assist design reviews and provide technical recommendations. Interface with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders during commissioning. Construction Documentation & Controls: Review and process Submittals, RFIs, RFPs, and Potential Change Orders. Maintain conformed documents and as-built drawings. Validate work completed for monthly progress payments. Writing meeting minutes and preparing regular reports. Field Engineering & Quality Assurance: Conduct field visits and surveys to monitor construction progress. Lead quality assurance efforts with a focus on technical compliance. Resolve design conflicts and interpret field conditions. Scheduling & Cost Management: Assess CPM schedules and network updates using Primavera P6 or MS Project. Perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimating for construction changes. Track project milestones and budgets using project management tools. Environmental Compliance: Conduct Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) inspections. Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and best practices. Mentorship & Leadership Provide guidance to junior engineers and interns.

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Here's what you'll need

REQUIREMENTS: This position requires a Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field and 3 years of work experience in the job offered or related occupation in Wastewater Treatment. As an alternative, employer will accept: a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field and 5 years of work experience in the job offered or related occupation in Wastewater Treatment.

SPECIFIC SKILLS: Expertise and knowledge of: Design & Drafting: AutoCAD Civil 3D. Create and markup drawings, manage layers/surfaces, calculate volumes, update as-builts. Project Management: Primavera P6 / Microsoft Project (scheduling) Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). Bluebeam Revu (digital markup). SharePoint / OneDrive (collaborative document management). Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex workflows. Water treatment and environmental regulatory compliance. Track record of delivering high-impact infrastructure projects on time and within budget. Advanced proficiency in civil engineering design and field analysis. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure.

Passed FE Civil Exam.

OSHA 10-hour.

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 $128,211.00 to $132,775.00. 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 13, 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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