Highway​/Roadway Project Manager

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.

Thriving communities. Healthy cities. A brighter future. What we do is more than building roads; we work every day to make the world better for everyone. We invite you to join us as a Highway/Roadway Project Manager in our Des Moines, Iowa office where you’ll bring your expertise, intuition, and leadership forward in the planning, directing, and execution of our transportation projects in Iowa.

As a vital member of our team, you’ll work on challenging projects, showcasing your expertise in planning, directing, and monitoring all aspects of projects.

You’ll grow professionally with us as we tackle high‑complexity projects from concept through detailed design and construction services. You’ll build a multidisciplinary design team to deliver tasks within established schedules and budgets, while advancing our business development strategies.

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering or a related discipline
• Professional engineering (PE) licensure in the State of Iowa
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly to clients, agencies, and the public
• Demonstrated progressive experience as an engineer and a project manager in the transportation design field
• Relationships and experience delivering projects for the Iowa Department of Transportation
• Demonstrated knowledge of transportation infrastructure projects
• Strong client‑facing project manager with skills delivering design projects and can bring a team together
• Skilled in developing and delivering technical presentations to stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and/or the public
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work independently as a self‑starter
• Well‑rounded technical design skills encompassing all contributing disciplines

• 15+ years of experience in transportation planning or a closely related field
• Experience delivering projects for the South Dakota Department of Transportation and professional licensure in South Dakota or the ability to obtain licensure
• Experience utilizing Bentley design software such as Open Roads Designer
• Experience in assisting with business development efforts
• Ability and interest in mentoring junior‑level staff

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. 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 offers an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, 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 employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.