Senior Water Resources Project Manager

Jacobs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 124,500 - 217,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Performance bonuses

Stock purchase options

Job summary

Jacobs is looking for a Water Project Manager in Omaha, NE to lead design teams on major water projects. Responsibilities include design engineering, quality control, client development, and proposal preparation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Civil or related engineering, a Professional Engineer license, and at least 5 years of experience in water resources engineering. Jacobs offers comprehensive health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and a competitive salary range of $124,500 to $217,800 based on experience.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of professional water resources engineering experience.
• Proven experience designing and leading small to large water-related projects.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, modeling, studies, proposals, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Perform design engineering and oversee project design staff.
• Maintain quality control throughout the design process.
• Develop client relationships and support business development activities.
• Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and technical reports.
• Assist with sales pursuits for water-related projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary design teams to complete tasks within schedules and budgets.

Skills

Design engineering

Client development

Quality control

Technical writing

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field

Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months

Job description

Position Overview

As a Water Project Manager in our Omaha, NE office, you will lead multi‑discipline design teams on large, cutting‑edge water projects. Your responsibilities include design engineering, staff oversight, quality control, client development, proposal preparation, and sales support. You will work on projects such as stream restoration, stormwater management, drainage, water conveyance, wastewater treatment, and related transportation aspects for municipal, private, and state clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform design engineering and oversee project design staff
• Maintain quality control throughout the design process
• Develop client relationships and support business development activities
• Prepare proposals, cost estimates, and technical reports
• Assist with sales pursuits for water‑related projects
• Lead multidisciplinary design teams to complete tasks within schedules and budgets

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related engineering field
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months of hire
• At least 5 years of professional water resources engineering experience
• Proven experience designing and leading small to large water‑related projects
• Demonstrated ability to prepare plans, specifications, cost estimates, modeling, studies, proposals and reports
• Strong technical writing and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Stream restoration experience
• Wastewater treatment experience
• Experience managing teams of design professionals
• Local candidates with a strong network among local clients
• Master’s degree

Benefits

Health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees have access to a 401(k) plan, deferred compensation options, executive deferral plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. A U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off policy, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave are also available. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Compensation

The base salary range is $124,500.00 to $217,800.00, varying by location and experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.