Water Market Account Leader – SF Bay Area

Jacobs; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 206,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Client Account Manager for our Water Practice in the SF Bay Area, CA, to lead strategic relationships with municipal and regional water clients. You’ll ensure Jacobs is the firm of choice, delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service that help build thriving, resilient communities.

You’ll lead select water client accounts and guide delivery teams to develop strategies for growth, including design-build and operational contracts, coordinating with California Water

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, or related field.
• 10+ years of capital improvements experience in the Northern CA water market.
• Proven ability to develop growth strategies and win new work.
• Experience leading cross-disciplinary teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of local market trends and technical differentiation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact for client service activities, driving outreach and relationship development.
• Lead client service teams and collaborate with California Water Market Growth and Operations Directors to align strategies and deliver local projects.
• Identify and pursue key opportunities, develop win strategies, and support proposal development
• Build mutually beneficial partnerships with consulting firms and contractors.
• Advocate for clients, ensuring their needs are met and recommending strategic actions for growth.
• Engage with internal technical and social communities to expand your business development skills and connect with peers and mentors.
• Participate in local industry and community engagement to enhance our brand and build relationships.

Skills

Growth strategy

Client relationships

Team leadership

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, or related field

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Client Account Manager for our Water Practice in the SF Bay Area, CA, to lead strategic relationships with municipal and regional water clients. You’ll ensure Jacobs is the firm of choice, delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service that help build thriving, resilient communities.

You’ll lead select water client accounts and guide delivery teams to develop strategies for growth, including design-build and operational contracts, coordinating with California Water