Water Conveyance Project Manager

Jacobs; Bend (OR); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 236,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Stock purchase

Unlimited PTO

Paid holidays

Caregiver leave

Stock options

Job summary

Jacobs in Bend, OR is seeking a Water/Wastewater Conveyance Project Manager to lead the delivery of conveyance and storage projects for public and private clients across the Northwest. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and teams, mentor staff, and collaborate with clients and regulators to ensure safe, reliable water infrastructure.

PE licensed engineers with 10+ years of experience preferred. This role offers a hybrid work policy designed to support delivery excellence and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Agricultural, Mechanical, Environmental, or related Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience, including demonstrated project management experience.
• Experience in Design Management, Assistant Project Management, and/or Project Management with responsibility for project delivery leadership and oversight.
• Ability to lead the design and preparation of plans, specifications, technical reports, and proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead PM/Design Manager for multiple water projects.
• Direct teams in planning and design of conveyance systems.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, staffing, QA/QC and contracts.
• Oversee financial performance, forecasting, and risk.
• Prepare and review plans, specs, estimates, and reports.
• Coordinate with clients and regulators.
• Mentor project staff and develop future leaders.
• Support business development and proposals.
• Collaborate with technical and sales teams to grow market.

Skills

Project Management

Design Management

Conveyance Systems

Pipelines

Pump Stations

Open Channels

Storage Facilities

Scope Management

Budget Management

QA/QC

Contract Management

Documentation

Stakeholder Coordination

Mentoring

Business Development

Client Relationships

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Master’s degree

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, you’ll work with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable water infrastructure solutions while helping communities protect and manage their natural resources.

We’re seeking a Water/Wastewater Conveyance Project Manager to lead the delivery of water and wastewater conveyance and storage projects for municipal, private, state, Tribal, irrigation district, and Federal clients throughout the Northwest region, primarily in eastern Washington, eastern Oregon, and Idaho.

In this seller‑doer role, you’ll lead teams through project planning, design, construction, and closeout while managing scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client expectations. You’ll help develop practical technical solutions, mentor project staff, build lasting client relationships, and support the continued growth of Jacobs’ water business in the region.

We’ll expect you to

• Serve as Project Manager and/or Design Manager for multiple concurrent water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams in the planning and design of conveyance systems, including pipelines, pump stations, open channels, storage facilities, and related civil infrastructure.
• Develop and manage project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, QA/QC processes, and contractual commitments to meet client expectations and Jacobs’ project delivery requirements.
• Manage project financial performance, including revenue, profitability, forecasting, risks, and scope changes, while implementing corrective actions when needed.
• Lead the preparation and review of plans, specifications, estimates, technical reports, and proposals.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, permitting authorities, utilities, and other stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor project staff while supporting the development of future technical and project leaders.
• Support business development efforts through client engagement, pursuit strategy development, proposal preparation, and contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with technical and sales teams to strengthen client relationships, win new work, and expand Jacobs’ presence across the regional water market.

Our Commitment to You

We’ll support your professional growth through hands‑on project experience, mentoring, training, and connections across Jacobs’ global project delivery network.

• Mentoring Receive guidance from experienced project managers while working on impactful projects. You’ll also have access to Jacobs’ formal mentoring programs and opportunities to connect with leaders and technical experts across the U.S. and globally.
• Training & Development Continue advancing your project management, leadership, and technical capabilities through Jacobs University and instructor‑led project delivery programs. Training opportunities cover project delivery, technical excellence, safety, leadership, and professional development.
• Connection & Career Growth Expand your professional network through participation in Jacobs’ Project Management Groups, Design Management Communities of Practice, and other professional forums. These communities provide opportunities to share best practices, learn from peers, and pursue future career growth.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Agricultural, Mechanical, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required. Candidates not currently licensed in Washington must be able to obtain registration within one year of hire.
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience, including demonstrated project management experience.
• Experience in Design Management, Assistant Project Management, and/or Project Management with responsibility for project delivery leadership and oversight.
• Ability to lead the design and preparation of plans, specifications, technical reports, and proposals.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Master’s degree in a related engineering discipline.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams on medium to large water resources projects.
• Experience serving municipal, state, Federal, Tribal, irrigation district, and private‑sector clients.
• Technical experience in conveyance pipeline design, water/wastewater pump stations, storage facilities, and related water infrastructure.
• Established client relationships and professional network within the Northwest region.

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 $134,500.00 to $235,500.00. 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 19, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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.