Transportation Client Lead — CDOT & Municipal Engagement

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Seven paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Colorado is seeking a dynamic Client Service Lead to drive strategic growth and strengthen client engagement with CDOT and municipal transportation clients.

You will lead pursuit strategies, manage highway and bridge design projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, sustainable infrastructure solutions that improve mobility and transform communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited university.
• Progressive post-graduate experience in transportation and highway engineering, including the management of roadway design projects.
• Proven experience and relationships with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT).
• Demonstrated success in leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong understanding of CDOT processes, design criteria, and project development procedures across multiple districts.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for CDOT and municipal clients, building trust and long-term partnerships.
• Project Manager for highway and bridge design projects, including operational and safety improvements on a limited basis.
• Drive strategic pursuits by identifying, planning, and leading winning strategies for key transportation projects across multiple CDOT Regions.
• Provide subject matter expertise in highway and bridge design, safety improvements, and project delivery.
• Represent Jacobs at industry conferences and events, positioning us as a leader in transportation solutions.
• Work closely with sales, operations, marketing, and technical teams to align client needs with Jacobs’ capabilities.
• Influence project development and design standards while contributing to Jacobs’ growth in Colorado’s transportation sector to Shape the Future!

Skills

Client relationship management

Project management

Transportation engineering

Leadership

CDOT experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Colorado

Tools

N/A

Job description

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Colorado is seeking a dynamic Client Service Lead to drive strategic growth and strengthen client engagement with CDOT and municipal transportation clients.

You will lead pursuit strategies, manage highway and bridge design projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, sustainable infrastructure solutions that improve mobility and transform communities.