Wastewater Project Manager - Spokane, WA

Jacobs; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) and stock plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Wastewater Project Manager for Spokane, WA to lead a major project, overseeing profit and loss, safety, quality, compliance, and team management. You’ll coordinate planning, operations, and client relationships to ensure successful delivery.

The role requires extensive wastewater operations experience, supervisory leadership, and proficiency with SCADA and MS Office. Travel up to 10% may be required, with a strong focus on safety and regulatory adherence.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in operation & maintenance of a water or wastewater facility.
• 4+ years of supervisory experience.
• Washington state WWP Grade 4 or ABC equivalent preferred.
• Ability to operate SCADA and other computerized equipment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver’s license with no major infractions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project profit & loss, permit compliance, safety, quality, and staff supervision.
• Lead planning, organization, operations, maintenance and improvement of the facility.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure on-time project delivery.
• Implement safety policies and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Monitor and control project budgets and resources.

Skills

Operations experience

Supervisory experience

SCADA systems

Microsoft Office

Driver’s license

Travel readiness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BA/BS degree

Tools

SCADA

Microsoft Office

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

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical infrastructure and environmental challenges. As an Industrial Pretreatment Coordinator, you’ll play a key role in protecting public health and the environment by ensuring industrial wastewater meets regulatory standards before entering treatment systems. Your work directly supports sustainable water management and helps communities thrive.

Jacobs is looking for a Wastewater Project Manager to lead our project in Spokane, WA. In this role, you'll be responsible for the overall management and leadership of the project including profit and loss, permit compliance, safety, quality and employee supervision and management including staffing, compensation, training and development. Working with other members of the team and the client you’ll build and maintain positive business and customer relationships and lead the planning, organization, operations, maintenance and improvement of the facility. You’ll also be responsible for implementing safety policy and procedures and maintaining the operation process control including compliance with regulatory agencies.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we’ll help you grow what drives you – and deliver the world’s most challenging Operations Management projects, together.

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Here’s what you'll need

• At least six (6) plus years of experience in the operation and maintenance of a water or wastewater facility


• Four (4) years of supervisory experience


• State of Washington or ABC Wastewater Grade 4


• Ability to operate SCADA systems and other computerized equipment


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office


• Valid driver’s license with no major infractions


• Ability to travel 10% for meetings & training

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• High School Diploma or equivalent


• BA/BS degree


• Excellent oral and written communications, self-motivation, team-oriented work practices, strong technical problem-solving skills


• Capable of working independently and maintaining an orderly schedule


• Understanding of the technical aspects of the facility to be managed


• Demonstrated interpersonal relations and personnel management skills


• Experience developing and working within an approved budget. Specifically tracking costs, adjusting activities to stay on budget, and optimizing labor and materials


• Proficient with financial budgeting and reports, specifically experience preparing operational reports for both internal and external clients

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services

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 $110,000.00 to $142,000.00. 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 September 17, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.