Canadian Vice President– Complex Bridges Lead; Design-Build

Canadian Vice President– Complex Bridges Lead (Design-Build)

At Jacobs, we deliver solutions that create connected, sustainable communities.

As a Canadian Vice President – Complex Bridges (Design-Build) , you will play a critical leadership role in expanding our complex bridge portfolio across the Americas, focused on the Canadian market. You will drive market growth, lead major pursuits, and deliver high-profile projects while positioning Jacobs as the partner of choice for alternative delivery. This strategic, client‑facing role combines technical leadership, market development, team growth, mentorship, and project delivery excellence.

• Lead the strategy, positioning, and capture of major complex bridge opportunities across the Americas, with a focus on Design‑Build.
• Drive market growth and business development, identifying emerging trends and shaping opportunities.
• Serve as a Bridge Lead, Senior Project Manager, or Design Manager on complex, high‑visibility bridge projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and industry partners.
• Leverage Jacobs’ global capabilities, innovation, and technical expertise to differentiate our solutions.
• Represent Jacobs as a trusted advisor and industry leader in client engagements and external forums.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Provide leadership in developing talent through the Technologist Career Path and mentorship programs.

• Extensive experience in complex and long‑span bridge design and construction, including major crossings.
• Strong background delivering Design‑Build projects, with experience in alternative delivery (P3, Progressive DB, CM/GC, Alliance).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in Ontario or British Columbia.
• Licensed with the OIQ to practice as an Engineer in Quebec (P.Eng. preferred).
• Established network with transportation agencies and the contractor community.

• Driving market development and strategic growth initiatives.
• Leading major pursuits and winning large‑scale bridge projects.
• Building strategic partnerships and client relationships.
• Delivering innovative, cost‑effective bridge solutions.
• Applying advanced knowledge of bridge construction and erection methods.
• Navigating and responding to competitive market dynamics.
• Demonstrating visible, inspirational leadership with a focus on collaboration and results.
• Acting as a thought leader in complex bridge delivery and alternative project execution.
• Championing innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Mentoring and developing teams, fostering a high‑performance culture.

The base salary range for this position is $ to $. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across British Columbia, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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.