Hybrid Design/Build Transportation Manager

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 255,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Professional development

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking an experienced Design/Build Design Manager to lead transportation infrastructure projects across the Midwest.

You will drive design-build and other alternative delivery methods, coordinate with clients, and manage large teams to deliver high‑quality project outcomes. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, PE registration, and proven leadership on transportation projects with DOTs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required.
• PE registration and ability to reciprocity in other states desired.
• Experience leading transportation projects with DOTs and local relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead teams to pursue planning, consulting, design and alternative delivery work.
• Serve as main client contact on assigned projects to ensure expectations are met.
• Oversee delivery of large‑scale Design‑Build and other alternative delivery transportation projects.
• Lead design teams in developing design and project documentation; coordinate with stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Provide project management to deliver projects on time, within budget, and per scope; prepare proposals and staffing plans.
• Coordinate RFI responses, reviews of submittals and shop drawings, and site visits during construction.
• Ensure project deliverables adhere to Jacobs' Quality Program and promote continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior staff and cultivate an inclusive, collaborative team culture.
• Assist in recruiting design resources and expanding transportation presence in the Midwest.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Design-build delivery

Budgeting and scheduling

Quality management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. is seeking an experienced Design/Build Design Manager to lead transportation infrastructure projects across the Midwest.

You will drive design-build and other alternative delivery methods, coordinate with clients, and manage large teams to deliver high‑quality project outcomes. The role requires a Civil Engineering degree, PE registration, and proven leadership on transportation projects with DOTs.