Senior Project Construction Manager – Water/Wastewater/Power

Jacobs; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan

Unlimited PTO

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a seasoned Senior Project/Construction Manager to lead water/wastewater and power infrastructure projects in Miami, FL. You will oversee multidisciplinary teams and coordinate between clients, contractors, designers, inspectors, and internal groups to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

The role requires a Civil Engineering/Construction Management background with 10+ years of experience, strong contract knowledge, and proficiency with eBuilder, Procore, Bluebeam,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction/project management, with water/wastewater focus.
• Proficiency with web-based CM tools: eBuilder, Procore, Bluebeam, SharePoint.
• Proven leadership in managing large municipal or utility projects.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, regulatory compliance, and project controls.
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams including Coordinators, Inspectors, Engineers, and Technicians.
• Provide oversight across procurement, contract administration, claims resolution, cost/schedule control, safety and QA.
• Manage subcontractors and ensure contract compliance and client satisfaction.
• Coordinate inspections and asset handover to post-construction teams.
• Engage with clients at executive levels with professionalism and integrity.
• Monitor project metrics, risks and performance for internal leadership and clients.
• Oversee change orders ensuring alignment with contracts and client needs.
• Prepare and present project status to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

eBuilder

Procore

Bluebeam

SharePoint

Job description

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

Empower your career with Jacobs – where innovation meets impact. Jacobs is seeking a seasoned and collaborativeSenior Project/Construction Managerto lead water/wastewater/power infrastructure projects inMiami, Florida. This role is ideal for a professional with deep experience in construction management, contract administration, and stakeholder coordination within the municipal water sector.

As a key leader in our Water/Wastewater Division, you will oversee the execution of complex construction projects, ensuring they meet technical specifications, quality standards, timelines, and budgetary goals. You’ll serve as the primary leader between clients, contractors, designers, inspectors, and internal teams to drive successful project delivery.

The Project Construction Manager must be self-motivated, promote team-oriented work practices and a safety culture, be an inclusive leader, have strong data analysis and technical problem-solving skills, and bring a strong organizational approach to delivery. Should also be adept at interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, and leading diverse teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team including Construction Coordinators, Field Inspectors, Office Engineers, and Technicians
• Provide strategic oversight and technical guidance across all phases of construction management contract administration, claims resolution, cost/schedule control, safety, quality assurance, and project closeout
• Manage subcontractors and ensure compliance with contract terms, technical standards, and client expectations
• Facilitate construction completion inspections and coordinate asset handover to post-construction teams
• Support client engagement at executive and management levels, representing Jacobs with professionalism and integrity
• Monitor and report on project metrics, risks, and performance indicators to internal leadership and clients
• Ensure adherence to Jacobs’ safety, quality, and ethical standards, while promoting continuous improvement and lessons learned
• Oversee change order negotiations and ensure alignment with contractual obligations and client needs
• Prepare and deliver project presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

Here’s what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction/project management, with a focus on water/wastewater infrastructure
• Highly proficient in web-based construction management tools, including eBuilder, Procore, Bluebeam, SharePoint, and similar project collaboration and document management platforms
• Proven leadership in managing large-scale municipal or utility projects
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, regulatory compliance, and project controls
• Excellent team leader and team player with exceptional interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Construction Manager Certification (CCM) is a plus
• Previous experience in water and wastewater infrastructure capital improvement projects.
• Knowledgeable in basic water treatment or energy processes
• Previous experience with Major Municipalities including 100 MGD+ Treatment Plants & $100M Construction Projects
• 5 years working as Lead on Third Party Construction Management or Program Management
• Previous experience with federally funded projects.

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 $145,000.00 to $185,000.00. 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. Job posted on October 12, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.