Senior Project Manager

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Boston, MA, seeks an experienced Sr. Project Manager for Remediation & Regeneration to lead delivery, mentor teams, and strengthen client relationships.

This role combines responsibilities of Delivery Project Executive and Framework Manager, offering exposure to forecasting, business planning, and growth initiatives while prioritizing safety and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience leading complex projects, programs, or client portfolios.
• Demonstrated success managing project financial performance, schedules, risk, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring project managers and technical professionals.
• Experience supporting client relationship management, business development, and growth initiatives.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safe project execution and operational excellence.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery, governance, and client satisfaction.
• Mentor project teams and coordinate multidisciplinary staff.
• Support client relationship management and growth initiatives.
• Oversee financial performance, schedules, risk, and quality.
• Interface with clients as a Framework Manager and contribute to forecasting and business planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related

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

Ready to take the next step in your leadership career?

Jacobs is seeking an experienced Sr. Project Manager to join our Remediation & Regeneration (R&R) team in Boston, Massachusetts. This unique role combines the responsibilities of Senior Project Manager, Delivery Project Executive (DPE), and Framework Manager (FM), providing opportunities to lead project delivery, support operational excellence, strengthen client relationships, and drive growth across strategic programs.

Working closely with project managers, technical leaders, and operations leadership, you'll serve as a trusted advisor and mentor to project teams, helping ensure projects are delivered safely, profitably, and in accordance with Jacobs processes. You'll provide delivery oversight, support project governance activities, monitor financial and operational performance, and help resolve project and client challenges. As a Framework Manager, you'll act as a key interface with clients, supporting forecasting, business planning, opportunity development, and long-term growth strategies.

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience across project delivery, operational leadership, and business growth while working alongside senior leaders and supporting some of Jacobs' most important client relationships.

Safety will be your priority as you contribute to operational excellence and maintain the highest standards of Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance in everything you do.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, Construction Management, Business, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience leading complex projects, programs, or client portfolios.
• Demonstrated success managing project financial performance, schedules, risk, quality, and client satisfaction.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring project managers and technical professionals.
• Experience supporting client relationship management, business development, and growth initiatives.
• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to safe project execution and operational excellence.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Professional registration or certification (PE, PG, PMP, or equivalent).
• Experience serving as a Project Executive, Framework Manager, Portfolio Manager, or similar operational leadership role.
• Experience with environmental, remediation, infrastructure, industrial, or government projects.
• Strong understanding of project controls, forecasting, utilization, and gross margin management.
• Proven ability to develop long-term client relationships and identify growth opportunities.

Why Join Jacobs?

• Lead strategic projects and client programs while influencing delivery performance and operational success.
• Expand your experience across project management, project executive leadership, and framework management.
• Collaborate with industry-leading professionals on complex and meaningful projects.
• Develop the skills and experience that support future operational and executive leadership opportunities.
• Be part of a company committed to solving complex challenges and creating a more sustainable future.

If you're a proven project leader looking for an opportunity that combines project delivery, client engagement, operational leadership, and business growth, we'd love to hear from you.

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 $154,700.00 to $225,000.00. 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 August 20, 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.

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.