Public Sector Transportation Growth Executive (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Sales Executive for public sector transportation in a major Texas metro. Lead strategic client relationships with city, county, transit, rail authorities, and contractors to expand Jacobs' footprint in transportation programs.

You will steer pursuit strategies, nurture opportunities, and guide cross-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated transportation solutions. Strong client credibility and a broad Texas network are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field.
• 15+ years of transportation infrastructure experience with client credibility.
• Proven leadership in transportation infrastructure with project delivery and client management.
• Strong network in Texas metros and established client relationships.
• Solid knowledge of the full sales lifecycle from opportunity to award.
• Ability to collaborate with diverse internal teams and teaming partners.
• Travel willingness to periodically visit Texas client sites.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for public sector clients and contractors, driving growth.
• Align transportation market strategy with market growth director to meet portfolio goals.
• Build long-term client relationships to expand Jacobs' presence.
• Support hiring strategies, team development, and office growth.
• Lead pursuit and proposal strategy with disciplined sales processes.
• Collaborate on pursuit planning, proposals, interviews, and presentations.
• Represent Jacobs in industry/community organizations to boost market visibility.
• Guide multi-disciplinary teams toward a shared client-success vision.
• Monitor industry trends and funding programs to anticipate client needs.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Sales lifecycle

Communication

Technical writing

Presenting

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Sales Executive for public sector transportation in a major Texas metro. Lead strategic client relationships with city, county, transit, rail authorities, and contractors to expand Jacobs' footprint in transportation programs.

You will steer pursuit strategies, nurture opportunities, and guide cross-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated transportation solutions. Strong client credibility and a broad Texas network are essential.