Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

Job ID: 33886Location: Birmingham, Alabama, United StatesCapabilities: Project ManagementOffice Setup: HybridSalary: $92,100.00 - $120,900.00Company: JacobsAt 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 redefine what’s possible by challenging the status quo and delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for tomorrow. If you’re ready to advance your career alongside some of the industry’s most talented engineers and project leaders, this is where you belong.We have an exciting opportunity for a Mid-Level Water/Wastewater Project Manager to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama. In this role, you’ll help lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater facilities, ranging from $1M to over $100M in construction value. With a strong backlog of water and wastewater treatment projects, you’ll have the chance to shape cutting-edge solutions and grow your expertise in the technologies that matter most to you.What you’ll doManage and support the planning and design of water and wastewater facilities, addressing challenges such as emerging contaminants and nutrient removal.Oversee diverse projects in water treatment, wastewater treatment, conveyance, and modeling.Serve as a primary client interface, leading workshops, facilitating discussions, and maintaining strong relationships to ensure expectations are met and exceeded.Drive project coordination across disciplines and uphold quality standards throughout all design phases.Mentor engineers and designers, fostering technical growth and collaborative team culture.Contribute to technical strategies and design planning for project pursuits, leveraging client insights to shape innovative solutions.
Here's what you'll need
Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Biosystems Engineering, or related field.4+ years of experience in water/wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and conveyance systems.Proven ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines and manage project delivery.Strong communication skills, self-motivation, and ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment.Ideally, you’ll also haveMaster’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.Experience in construction and startup of water/wastewater treatment facilities.Design experience with advanced wastewater processes.Familiarity with emerging technologies and sustainability practices in water infrastructure.At Jacobs, we’re committed to creating a culture where you can thrive—professionally and personally. We value collaboration, innovation, and integrity, and we empower our teams to make a positive impact on the communities we serve.Join us and be part of a company that’s challenging today and reinventing tomorrow.#LI-DL1Our 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 $92,100.00 to $120,900.00. 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 December 16, 2025. 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.
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CityStateCountryBirminghamAlabamaUnited States