Jacobs
Preconstruction Manager – Water Design Build
Company: Jacobs
Base pay range $123,600 – $193,200 per year
Your impact At Jacobs, we’re making our world better with every water and wastewater project we complete, and we know the importance of accurate estimates to the success of these projects. We’re looking for a skilled Preconstruction Manager to support complex water, wastewater, environmental, heavy civil, operations and maintenance, and military / government facility projects.
Review proposals, conceptual designs, detailed design documents (drawings and specifications), attend design development meetings and make site visits to best define the scope of work and cost impacts required of the process.
Serve as a key contributor and mentor to a knowledgeable and supportive team while preparing estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, assisting contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, applying construction means and methods, preparing schedules, calculating indirect field and owner’s costs.
Collaborate with design teams on the quality and amount of input necessary to develop the required level of design‑build construction estimates.
Tap into both your creative and analytical sides as you develop reports and presentations and analyze historical data.
Bring your attention to detail, extensive construction experience, and desire to grow; we’ll help you pursue what drives you so we can tackle challenging water and wastewater projects together.
Here’s what you’ll need
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management or a similar field, with significant experience.
Proficient in current technology (communications, estimating, scheduling, and database software) including AutoCAD, Microstation, Bluebeam, Timberline, Microsoft Excel, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, and SQL‑based databases.
Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and processes, including quantity takeoff, crew development, productivity relationships, material quotations, contingency and risk model development, escalation model development, markup structures, and estimate documentation.
Proficient in quantitative risk analysis using software such as Deltek Acumen for schedule and cost analyses.
Experience using industry estimating software, such as Timberline and HCSS Heavy Bid.
Understanding of project scheduling; ability to use Primavera P6 and/or Smartsheet.
Experience mentoring junior staff.
Able to travel to meet project needs.
Travel is expected to be variable based on project needs, but generally infrequent.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Strong and effective written, oral, and presentation skills.
Frequent client‑facing interactions on sometimes difficult topics (scope, schedule, budget).
Proficiency in interpersonal relationship building and conflict resolution.
Ability to complete tasks independently. You will have an independent role and responsibilities where expectations will be defined and guidance will be available, but the ultimate path to success will be yours.
Extensive background with water and wastewater construction including field experience.
Physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties (standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands; may include climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, grasping, reaching; repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. Work may be indoor/outdoor, loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals typical of the water and wastewater design‑build industry.)
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. You will 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
Employment details Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Civil Engineering; Design Services; IT Services and IT Consulting
EEO Statement 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.
Other Information Job posted on January 08, 2026. On‑site employees are expected to attend a Jacobs workplace on a full‑time basis. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.
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Base pay range $123,600 – $193,200 per year
Your impact At Jacobs, we’re making our world better with every water and wastewater project we complete, and we know the importance of accurate estimates to the success of these projects. We’re looking for a skilled Preconstruction Manager to support complex water, wastewater, environmental, heavy civil, operations and maintenance, and military / government facility projects.
Review proposals, conceptual designs, detailed design documents (drawings and specifications), attend design development meetings and make site visits to best define the scope of work and cost impacts required of the process.
Serve as a key contributor and mentor to a knowledgeable and supportive team while preparing estimates by developing project work breakdown structures, calculating complete scope of work take-offs, assisting contracts staff with statements of work for subcontractors and vendors, applying construction means and methods, preparing schedules, calculating indirect field and owner’s costs.
Collaborate with design teams on the quality and amount of input necessary to develop the required level of design‑build construction estimates.
Tap into both your creative and analytical sides as you develop reports and presentations and analyze historical data.
Bring your attention to detail, extensive construction experience, and desire to grow; we’ll help you pursue what drives you so we can tackle challenging water and wastewater projects together.
Here’s what you’ll need
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management or a similar field, with significant experience.
Proficient in current technology (communications, estimating, scheduling, and database software) including AutoCAD, Microstation, Bluebeam, Timberline, Microsoft Excel, Primavera P6, Smartsheet, and SQL‑based databases.
Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and processes, including quantity takeoff, crew development, productivity relationships, material quotations, contingency and risk model development, escalation model development, markup structures, and estimate documentation.
Proficient in quantitative risk analysis using software such as Deltek Acumen for schedule and cost analyses.
Experience using industry estimating software, such as Timberline and HCSS Heavy Bid.
Understanding of project scheduling; ability to use Primavera P6 and/or Smartsheet.
Experience mentoring junior staff.
Able to travel to meet project needs.
Travel is expected to be variable based on project needs, but generally infrequent.
Ideally, you’ll also have
Strong and effective written, oral, and presentation skills.
Frequent client‑facing interactions on sometimes difficult topics (scope, schedule, budget).
Proficiency in interpersonal relationship building and conflict resolution.
Ability to complete tasks independently. You will have an independent role and responsibilities where expectations will be defined and guidance will be available, but the ultimate path to success will be yours.
Extensive background with water and wastewater construction including field experience.
Physical and environmental demands required to perform the essential duties (standing, walking, sitting, coordination, balance and agility demands; may include climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, grasping, reaching; repetitive hand movements. Additional demands may involve a specific level of dexterity, grip strength, climbing and cardiorespiratory demands. Work may be indoor/outdoor, loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, airborne particles, noxious gases, and chemicals typical of the water and wastewater design‑build industry.)
Benefits Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you and the things you care about. You will 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
Employment details Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Civil Engineering; Design Services; IT Services and IT Consulting
EEO Statement 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.
Other Information Job posted on January 08, 2026. On‑site employees are expected to attend a Jacobs workplace on a full‑time basis. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.
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