Federal Environmental Compliance Project Manager

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: When it comes to environmental consulting, we’re focused on cleaning up our communities today to improve tomorrow. We’re seeking a Federal Environmental Compliance Project Manager who will be responsible for leading and managing environmental compliance programs at federal client sites. This role is to lead the team of consultants and contractors that ensure adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations while overseeing projects that mitigate environmental risk and support site operations. The position requires strong technical knowledge of regulations, project management expertise, and the ability to collaborate with government agencies, contractors, and internal stakeholders. Based out of our Holladay, UT office, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with local and global experts to ensure Jacobs provides best practice solutions to our clients. You’ll prepare and deliver high quality reports and presentation to clients’ technical and senior leadership in accordance with Jacobs’ quality process. You\'ll apply your technical experience to develop delivery strategies and develop client relationships while championing safety, quality, and the well-being of your team. And, you\'ll master and promote Jacobs’ solutions and technologies to internal and external stakeholders. This position will require travel to local client sites and may require some travel to client or team workshops, presentations, or to conduct site visits. The role will be predominantly office based, but periodic field assignments may be required. Bring your expertise in environmental compliance and project management and desire to work on tough problems, and we’ll empower you to deliver the boldest solutions for our clients. Responsibilities Lead and manage environmental compliance programs at federal client sites Lead a team of consultants and contractors to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local environmental regulations Oversee projects that mitigate environmental risk and support site operations Prepare and deliver high quality reports and presentations to clients’ technical and senior leadership Develop delivery strategies and client relationships while championing safety, quality, and team well-being Promote Jacobs’ solutions and technologies to internal and external stakeholders Travel to local client sites and, as needed, to workshops, presentations, or site visits Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil, or chemical engineering, or other closely related technical degree 10+ years of experience in environmental compliance and project management Strong knowledge of state and federal environmental regulations (NEPA, RCRA, CAA, CWA, CERCLA) and regulatory processes Proven experience managing projects at federal or highly regulated sites, including project statusing of budgets and schedule Experience in developing, reviewing, and implementing work plans and quality assurance project plans Experience with project and account management tools and applications, such as cost pricing, project statusing and tracking, and customer account relationship tools Proven experience developing winning proposals and successfully managing projects with respect to clients, contracts, stakeholders, scope, schedule, budget, diverse teams, quality, risk, change, and profit Demonstrated business development and client service skills, including ability to identify sales opportunities, lead or participate in sales efforts, close deals, manage scope changes and write proposals Demonstrated ability to work with regulatory agencies and manage compliance obligations Experience leading environmental audits, inspections, and corrective actions Strong project management skills (planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management) Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities Demonstrated commitment to continuous development and active engagement in professional networks, company communities of practice groups or similar Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients, contractors, and teammates Proven organizational, interpersonal, negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills Ability to travel up to 25% US citizenship Preferred/Ideal Master’s degree in environmental, civil, or chemical engineering, or other closely related technical degree Professional Engineer or Project Management Professional (PE or PMP) or ability to obtain and maintain Benefits 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 $111,500.00 to $165,000.00. 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 June 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other. 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. 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