Entry Level Water Compliance Consultant

Jacobs; Cleveland (OH); Hybride; USD 53 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

PPTO and holidays

Résumé du poste

Jacobs, based in Cleveland, OH, seeks an Entry-Level Water Compliance Consultant to support onsite permitting, monitoring, inspections, and other environmental compliance activities. You’ll build your technical knowledge and gain hands-on experience while working with our Water Compliance team.

Based at a client site, you’ll travel up to 25% and collaborate with local and global experts to deliver high-quality solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or related field (or civil/environmental engineering).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class D Water License within established timeframe.
• 0–2 years of relevant water quality/environmental compliance experience (internships, co-ops, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients and teammates.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% and be onsite daily.
• U.S. citizenship.

Responsabilités

• Support water compliance activities including stormwater and wastewater.
• Assist with reports, presentations, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with project teams and clients to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Engage with local and global experts to support deliverables.
• Maintain Jacobs’ safety and quality standards.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Description du poste

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

When it comes to environmental consulting, we’re focused on cleaning up our communities today to improve tomorrow. We’re seeking an Entry-Level Water Compliance Consultant to support onsite permitting, monitoring, inspections, and other environmental compliance activities. You’ll have the opportunity to build your technical knowledge and gain hands-on experience while working alongside experienced professionals on our Water Compliance team.

Based out of our Cleveland, Ohio, office, and working full time from a client’s facility, you’ll collaborate with local and global experts to support the delivery of high-quality solutions for our clients. You’ll assist with preparing reports, presentations, technical documentation, and other project deliverables in accordance with Jacobs’ quality processes.

In this role, you’ll support water compliance activities related to areas such as stormwater and wastewater while developing your understanding of applicable environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and industry best practices. You’ll also gain exposure to Jacobs’ solutions and technologies and learn how they are applied to help our clients address environmental challenges.

You’ll work closely with project teams, clients, and other stakeholders while building your technical, communication, and problem-solving skills. Throughout your work, you’ll help champion Jacobs’ commitment to safety, quality, and the well-being of our teams.

This position will require daily travel to a local client site, as well as occasional travel for team workshops, presentations, and site visits. The role will be predominantly office-based at a client site, although periodic field assignments may be required.

If you’re interested in starting your career in water compliance, solving challenging environmental problems, and learning from experienced professionals, we’ll provide opportunities for you to grow your skills and contribute to meaningful solutions for our clients and communities.

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 when permitted by client contracts.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, chemistry, geology, earth science, or another related science field; or a bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, chemical engineering, or another related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class D Water License within an established timeframe after hire.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience, including internships, co-ops, academic projects, or professional experience related to water quality, stormwater, wastewater, environmental compliance, or a related area.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with clients, contractors, and teammates.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in developing knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations and regulatory processes.
• Ability to be onsite at a local client facility daily and travel up to 25%.
• U.S. citizenship.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Internship, co-op, research, coursework, or project experience related to water quality, stormwater, wastewater, environmental permitting, or compliance.
• Exposure to environmental regulations, permitting, sampling, monitoring, or inspection activities through academic or professional experience.
• Interest in pursuing relevant professional licenses, certifications, or credentials as your career develops.
• Demonstrated interest in continuous learning, professional development, and participating in professional or technical organizations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and a willingness to learn from technical specialists and project leaders.

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 $52,700.00 to $79,750.00. 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 October 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

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.