Project Manager - Wastewater

Overview 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’s accepted so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with one of the highest ranked design firms in ENR’s list of Top 500 Design Firms, and with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We’re seeking a Project Manager to work with our Wastewater Clients from our Milwaukee, WI or Madison, WI office. You’ll grow your career by leading our project teams to provide innovative and sustainable solutions for our Clients. You’ll play an integral role in leading and mentoring staff, forming long-term relationships with clients and pursuing new work, including strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts. You’ll be a part of diverse multi‑discipline teams, allowing you to both share what you know, as well as learn, so you can grow. Join us and we will assist you in continued development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company. We’re seeking self‑motivated professionals with a desire to grow personally. If you’re up for the challenge, we’ve been looking for someone just like you. Join us and we will support you in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way. 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. Here’s what you’ll need Bachelor’s Degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering. Extensive project management experience for municipal wastewater treatment projects (planning, design, and construction) Demonstrated ability to lead multi‑disciplinary project teams Demonstrated understanding of municipal wastewater treatment processes and technologies Multi‑discipline design management experience Strong communication skills, both written and oral Self‑motivated, initiator; demonstrated through professional society involvements or related activities Demonstrated ability to develop relationships with clients and to win work Professional Engineer (PE) License in the state of Wisconsin or ability to obtain within 6 months Ideally, you’ll also have More than 20 years project management experience for municipal wastewater treatment projects (planning, design, and construction) Willingness to work with and mentor younger staff to develop their project management skills Experience with process mechanical design and willingness to perform as the discipline lead role on an as‑needed basis Master’s Degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering. 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 $120,000.00 to $180,000.00. 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 February 20, 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jacobs