Project Manager – Regulated Water
Jacobs
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About the role
At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, and mission‑critical outcomes.
Your Impact
Investment in the water and environmental sector across the UK is at an all‑time high — and Jacobs is right at the heart of it. This is a unique opportunity to make a real impact by building strategic partnerships with some of the region’s largest water and public sector organisations. From early‑stage feasibility and planning to design, construction, operations, and maintenance, we bring together top talent and deep expertise to deliver projects that matter.
What You’ll Do
* Lead multidisciplinary teams through all phases of the project lifecycle — feasibility, design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
* Take ownership of scope, budget, schedule, and risk to ensure successful delivery.
* Oversee technical design reviews and ensure constructability, safety, and environmental compliance.
* Act as the key point of contact for clients, regulators, contractors, and internal stakeholders — strengthening relationships and trust.
* Maintain clear and accurate project documentation, including programmes, cost plans, and progress reports.
* Champion innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across project delivery.
Here’s what you’ll need
* Proven experience in managing water and wastewater projects, ideally within UK regulatory frameworks.
* Strong understanding of both infrastructure (e.g., pipelines, sewers) and non‑infrastructure (e.g., treatment plants, pumping stations) assets.
* Experience in Design & Build delivery models and detailed design coordination.
* Project Management Qualification; Member of ICE or CIWEM.
Benefits and Culture
A global network of expertise and opportunity. A culture founded on safety, integrity, inclusion, and belonging. Flexible working arrangements that support your well‑being and potential. Opportunities to make a real‑world impact through our global giving and volunteering programs. Up to 10% pension, 24 days (+10 days bought) holidays, free medical and income protection insurance and many more!
Employment details
* Seniority level: Not applicable
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
* Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services, and IT Consulting
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
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.
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