Senior Project Manager and Client Service Lead

Jacobs Solutions • Tampa, FL

66d • $134,500 - $176,625 • Hybrid

About The Position

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting-edge infrastructure. We turn abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. We're seeking a visionary and results-driven Senior Project Manager and Client Service Lead to lead infrastructure and construction projects across Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida area. This senior leader will align project outcomes with Jacobs' strategic goals, manage high-level client relationships, and ensure financial and operational excellence across multiple concurrent initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 15-20+ years of progressive experience in construction and engineering.
• Proven success in managing large-scale infrastructure projects and leading diverse teams.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budget oversight, forecasting, and contract negotiation.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and direction for complex engineering and construction projects, ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives.
• Develop client relationships and leverage existing ones to support business development.
• Serve as the primary liaison with clients, senior leadership, and key stakeholders, fostering trust and identifying future business opportunities.
• Lead project budget development and contract negotiations.
• Participate and execute risk management strategies, proactively identifying and mitigating contractual, regulatory, technical, and other risks.
• Mentor and guide project managers, engineers, and multidisciplinary teams, cultivating a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Provide insight regarding safety, building codes, and quality standards, in coordination for projects and implementation during project delivery.
• Support the development, alignment, and engagement of strong project teams.
• Align priorities between clients, contractors, and subcontractors for design and projects during construction as needed.
• Develop scheduling, budget control, and project delivery outcomes.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• Deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• Caregiver leave.
• Merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock for certain roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees