Program Construction Manager - Wastewater

Jacobs; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 174,900 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Performance bonuses

Job summary

A leading construction management firm is seeking a Program Construction Manager for major water and wastewater projects in California. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in construction management, including managing multiple active projects with budgets over $500 million. The role requires strong leadership and communication skills, along with the ability to mitigate risks effectively. This position offers a competitive salary range of $174,900 to $270,000 and a comprehensive benefits package, including unlimited paid time off and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience on major design and construction projects.
• 5+ years managing multiple construction projects of at least $500 million.
• Strong understanding of project delivery tools and client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee major billion-dollar water and wastewater construction projects.
• Mitigate risks to construction schedules and budgets.
• Support Program Manager in delivery processes and resource allocation.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal relationship building

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related degree

Job description

Overview

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.

Program Construction Manager

We are seeking a Program Construction Manager to oversee several major billion‑dollar water, wastewater, and conveyance construction projects in the (location) area.

Jacobs is ranked #1 in the world by ENR for Wastewater Treatment and Conveyance Engineering Design and Construction, as well as Program Management. We provide a full service offering to our clients from planning and design through construction.

Responsibilities

The Program Construction Manager (PCM) is responsible for careful planning, effective communication, and proactive risk management to mitigate or eliminate program risks that threaten the construction schedule, budget, safety, or quality. You’ll work with the program leadership and the client in development and execution of the overall construction approach and resource allocation of manpower and support resources required to meet the delivery needs.

The PCM supports the Program Manager in defining and leading the delivery processes, tools, and execution of construction projects within the program. This role will align to support pre‑construction and construction activities as requested to meet the overall delivery needs of the program.

Key Accountabilities

Eliminate/reduce financial surprises; improve clarity around performance expectations; establish focus on project performance and delivering to expectations; focus on improving gaps in margin and operations performance; drive to achieve a state of quality control rigor and consistency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree.
• 15+ years of progressively challenging leadership experience on major design and construction projects performing project management, project controls, procurement services and construction management for wastewater treatment plants, pump station, and pipeline projects.
• 5+ years of experience managing multiple construction projects as Construction Manager on a project/program of at least $500 million of construction work with multiple active construction projects.
• Strong understanding of project delivery tools and metrics, and a proven history leading project delivery teams to successfully meet client expectations.
• Proven track record in developing and maintaining strong client relationships that result in the creation and procurement of new and repeat consulting work.
• Adept at interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, and leading diverse teams.
• Willingness to work or relocate to New Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Certified Construction Manager (CCM).

Benefits

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 $174,900.00 to $270,000.00. 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.

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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