Senior Water Project Manager

Jacobs; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 144,600 - 226,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

401(k) plan

Company stock purchase

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs in Alaska seeks a Senior Water Project Manager to lead complex water and wastewater programs across the state, guiding multidisciplinary teams, managing scope, schedule, and budget, and delivering resilient, sustainable solutions.

This role emphasizes client collaboration, risk management, and business development, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth in Jacobs’ Alaska water practice.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of industry experience with direct project management responsibilities.
• PE license or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Experience managing and designing water planning and infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to build, support, and inspire high-performing teams.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver water projects across Alaska including conveyance, storage, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and planning initiatives that support community resilience.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams ensuring high-quality technical delivery and collaboration across engineering disciplines.
• Manage projects from concept through commissioning, driving schedule, budget, scope, and profitability while maintaining Jacobs’ standards.
• Strengthen client relationships through engagement on technical topics, project strategy, and long‑term planning.
• Support business development including strategy, proposals, and contract negotiations.
• Mentor and develop emerging talent within Jacobs’ Alaska water practice.

Skills

Project leadership

Team building

Planning skills

Communication

Water resources

Education

Engineering degree (B.S. or higher)

Job description

Senior Water Project Manager

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

As a Senior Water Project Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening Alaska’s water and wastewater systems, leading complex and meaningful projects that directly support the health, resilience, and sustainability of communities across the state. This is your opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role where you’ll guide multidisciplinary teams, partner with clients on their most pressing water challenges, and help shape the long‑term growth of our Alaska water practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver impactful water projects across Alaska, including conveyance, storage, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and planning initiatives that support community resilience.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring high‑quality technical delivery and seamless collaboration across engineering disciplines.
• Manage projects from concept through commissioning, driving schedule, budget, scope, and profitability while maintaining Jacobs’ rigorous quality and safety standards.
• Strengthen client relationships by engaging on technical topics, project strategy, and long‑term planning to support continued market success.
• Support business development efforts, including strategy development, positioning, proposal preparation, and contract negotiations.
• Champion a culture of caring, safety, inclusion, and quality, ensuring our teams feel supported and empowered to do their best work.
• Mentor and develop emerging talent, helping shape the next generation of water professionals at Jacobs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical preferred)
• Minimum 15 years of industry experience with direct project management responsibilities
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or ability to obtain within 1 year
• Proven experience managing and designing small to large water planning and infrastructure projects
• Demonstrated ability to build, support, and inspire high‑performing teams
• Strong planning and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management experience
• A strong network with Alaska municipalities, utilities, or other water/wastewater clients

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. 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, caregiver leave, and certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

• Mentoring: Access to formal and informal mentoring programs, including dedicated budget for professional development.
• Training: Opportunities to grow your technical, project management, and leadership skills.
• Career Development: A personalized career path aligned with your interests and the breadth of opportunities across Jacobs’ global water business.
• Hybrid Work: Flexibility to balance in‑office collaboration with remote work to support your best performance.

The base salary range for this position is $144,600.00 to $226,000.00. 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 July 15, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.