Water/Wastewater Project Manager - Americus, GA

Jacobs; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs in Americus, GA is seeking a Licensed Water Wastewater Project Manager to oversee the treatment of water and wastewater with a team of operators and mechanics. You will be responsible for the overall management and leadership of the projects including profit and loss, permit compliance, safety, quality, and employee supervision and development.

Regular travel to client sites is required; a valid driver’s license and clean driving record are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires Georgia Class 1 Wastewater license and Class 2 Water Operators license or reciprocity within 6 months.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced experience in operation and maintenance of water & wastewater facilities.
• Experience leading, coaching and supervising a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and data management systems; able to operate plant VFDs/PLC’s.

Responsibilities

• Oversee treatment of water and wastewater with a team of operators and mechanics.
• Lead overall project management including profit and loss, permits, safety, quality and staffing.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships and coordinate planning, operations, maintenance and improvements of facilities.

Skills

Wastewater operations

Team leadership

Math calculations

MS Office / data systems

VFD/PLC operation

Education

High school diploma

Associates or college 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, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

Are you a Licensed Water Wastewater Operator with Project Manager experience and would like to join our collaborative team in Americus, GA as a Licensed Water Wastewater Project Manager. In this role, you'll oversee the treatment of water and wastewater with a team of operators and mechanics. You’ll be responsible for the overall management and leadership of the projects including profit and loss, permit compliance, safety, quality, and employee supervision and management including staffing, training, and development. Working with other members of our team and the client you’ll build and maintain positive business and customer relationships, and lead the planning, organization, operations, maintenance and improvement of water and wastewater treatment facilities. You’ll also be responsible for implementing safety policy and procedures and maintaining the operation process control complying with State and Federal regulatory agencies.

As an essential function of the position and as a business necessity, this role requires regular travel by motor vehicle to client sites, project locations, and other work‑related destinations in connection with the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities. Accordingly, a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record are required for this position.

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

• Georgia Class 1 Wastewater and a Class 2 Water Operators License, or ability to obtain through reciprocity within 6 months
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Advanced experience in the operation and maintenance of a water & wastewater facilities
• Experience leading, coaching and supervising a team
• Proficient performing mathematical calculations associated with wastewater & water treatment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, data management systems and able to operate plant VFD’s and PLC’s

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Associates or College degree
• Experience operating activated sludge wastewater plants
• Capable of working independently and maintaining an orderly schedule
• Expertise of the technical aspects of the facility
• Demonstrated interpersonal relations and personnel management skills

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 $77,100.00 to $90,000.00. 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 October 08, 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.

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.