Ports & Maritime Senior Project Manager

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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.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we're not just building projects, we're helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of their projects that are shaping our world. Our projects don't just fill the skyline; they strengthen coastlines, enhance sustainability, and prepare our world for tomorrow's challenges. With a growing portfolio of transformative marine infrastructure and climate resilience work, we're looking for a Sr.

Project Manager to help lead the way.

As a Senior Project Manager in our Ports & Maritime team, you'll guide complex infrastructure projects from planning through construction-ranging from local waterfront upgrades to globally significant port developments. Based in Florida with hybrid flexibility, this role offers exposure to a world-class team of engineers, planners, and specialists across disciplines.

You'll manage scope, schedule, staffing, and budget while upholding technical excellence, quality, consistency, and safety. You'll also coordinate across internal teams, subcontractors, and clients, playing a key role in both delivery and relationship-building. In addition to managing the project financials, delivery, and client relationship, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our multi-disciplinary team of engineers, planners, architects, and scientists to deliver complex projects across Florida and the Southeast region.

What You'll Do

* Lead diverse projects in marine infrastructure and coastal resilience

* Oversee project financials, technical quality, and deliverables

* Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across Jacobs' global network

* Develop and maintain client relationships with public and private stakeholders

* Mentor junior staff and contribute to team growth and best practices

Here's what you'll need

* Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or related engineering field

* Minimum 10 years in consulting with at least 5 years of project or task management experience

* Experience with the design and design management of waterfront project design

* Strong grasp of contract documents, technical specifications, and client deliverables

* Substantial experience in the preparation of technical and cost proposals to deliver winning proposals

* Good communication skills and ability to interface with clients and stakeholders, both internal and external

* Professional Engineer (PE) license (Florida preferred) or PMP certification

Ideally, You'll Also Have

* Master's degree in engineering or relevant discipline

* Track record delivering ports & maritime or climate resilience projects

* Experience with cost estimating and construction-phase services

* Existing client relationships with port authorities and/or other organizations involved in the development of waterfront or coastal resilience projects

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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 $ to $. 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…