Drinking Water & Reuse Project Manager

As global supply and demand for water intensifies, solving the worldu2019s most complex water challenges demands different thinking - and thatu2019s where we come in. At Jacobs, we donu2019t settle - weu2019re always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We apply our expertise and knowledge as welook intothe future with great optimism and focus. We donu2019t settle until we give our best and know that weu2019re making a difference. Our teams commonly engage at the forefront of large, complex projects to help navigate the competing challenges of reliable water supply and protection of natural resources.Weu2019re seeking a Drinking Water & Reuse Project Manager to join our team in any of our Southern California offices (Los Angeles, Irvine, San Diego). Someone who can use their vast experience in the water and wastewater industry and apply it to todayu2019s challenges. As a valued Jacobs employee, you will work with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve successful design of water treatment facilities, pump stations, conveyance and pipelines, and help lead clients to the correct treatment approach by utilizing desktop calculations, alternative analysis, bench testing, pilot testing, and full-scale operational troubleshooting. Youu2019ll have the opportunity to work with conventional and advanced treatment processes, including coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, granular media filtration, biological filtration, membrane filtration, reverse osmosis, disinfection (ozone, UV, chlorine), advanced oxidation , adsorption (e.g. GAC, IX), and other treatment processes.Weu2019ll rely on you to support business development efforts and help in the pursuit of new projects, as well as work directly with clients on the projects and tasks that you are leading, developing long-term client relationships. Design your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed. Learn from our senior technologists who are experts in the industry, with the expectation that you will assist with team building and mentoring of younger engineers.At Jacobs, weu2019re 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, youu2019ll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.#LI-AC2 Bacheloru2019s Degree in civil, chemical, environmental, or mechanical engineering. Licensed CA Professional Engineer (Civil) At least 10 years of experience in relevant water/wastewater industry and process engineering, including drinking water and reuse systems Planning and design experience in water distribution system, including pipelines, pumps stations and storage tanks Planning and design experience in drinking water and reuse systems, including treatment plants for groundwater, surface water and reuse applications. Demonstrated understanding of drinking water supply, master planning, and treatment processes and technologies. Demonstrated track record of managing and delivering multiple water projects Proven ability to manage and motivate a multi-disciplinary team Ability to lead the design and preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, studies, proposals and/or reports. Ability to work a hybrid schedule. Self-motivated, initiator; demonstrated through professional society involvements or related activities.Ideally, youu2019ll also have: A Master's degree in Civil Engineering, or a related engineering discipline Los Angeles/Orange County experience Ability to serve as the technical liaison/leader between the project owner and the design team Experience working with local permitting agencies (e.g. SWRCB, DDW) Business development, interpersonal, and networking skills that can be combined with the significant resources that we have available across Jacobs to gain market share Experience support business development activities with local clientsJacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

Created: 2025-11-01