Environmental Remediation Project Manager

Industry

Environmental

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.

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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. When it comes to the most challenging environmental issues facing our communities today, we’re focused on developing and delivering innovative solutions to improve our tomorrow. 

We’re seeking an experienced project manager with a background in environmental site characterization and remediation to support the delivery of challenging projects for government and global private sector clients.

Based in southern California, you’ll have the opportunity to work on remediation projects in California for clients. You’ll grow your career as you interact with key client representatives to grow our business while working with recognized technical experts, developing and implementing comprehensive site strategies, and delivering innovative solutions on some of the most challenging sites. You’ll collaboratively manage project teams that include field and office-based staff, senior technical consultants, and technical subject matter experts, with support from Jacobs internal management, to deliver environmental projects with a strong focus and emphasis on environmental remediation.

Projects require thoughtful strategy development, leveraging technical expertise, and collaboration with clients and stakeholders. All projects must be delivered with the high safety, compliance, and quality standards expected by both Jacobs and our client. Our global team is here to provide you with the tools and support needed to grow your skills and career, as well as those of your colleagues. By driving consistency and innovation across site characterization and remediation projects, you’ll help your team achieve the clients’ goals. Bring your positive attitude and flexible leadership style, and we’ll help grow what drives you – solving complex site characterization and remediation problems, together.

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.

This is a position located in Los Angeles, Irvine, or San Diego, California, with flexibility to work from the office, home, and project sites to meet project delivery goals while maintaining balance.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, environmental engineering, civil engineering, geotechnical engineering, or other closely related degree
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (PG) license
• Experience as a project manager at large, complex sites involving multiple operable units, non-aqueous phase liquid, and contaminated soil, sediment, and groundwater
• Experience conducting site investigations/characterizations, remedial investigations, feasibility studies, engineering evaluations, remedial designs/actions, and optimizing remediation systems
• Experience in identifying and resolving key issues impacting environmental remedy implementation (technical, regulatory, risk, land use, etc.)
• Experience as a project manager providing client consulting services and representing clients to stakeholders such as regulatory agencies, property owners, government officials, and other consultants
• Familiarity with federal and California state regulations
• Familiarity with CERCLA, RCRA, UST, and other related regulatory frameworks

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Posted Salary Range: Minimum

128,200.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

193,930.00

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 $128,200.00 to $193,930.00. 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 17, 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.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment

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 .

Locations

City State Country
San Diego	California	United States
Los Angeles	California	United States
Irvine	California	United States