At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead impactful water and environmental projects across the UK, driving sustainability and innovation.
- Company: Join Jacobs, a leader in solving critical global challenges for thriving cities and resilient environments.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Inclusive culture with a commitment to safety and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in water sustainability while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in project management, strong leadership, and a degree in a related field.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
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 committed to putting water at the heart of a sustainable society. Our Water and Environment Operating Unit combines leading scientific and engineering expertise to advise clients on the sustainable management of the natural water environment. We’re looking for experienced Senior Project Managers to join our team across the UK and help shape the future of water sustainability.
The Opportunity: You will lead the delivery of water and environmental projects and programmes of varying scale and complexity, taking accountability for schedules, budgets, resources, and risk management. You will serve as the primary client contact, building trusted relationships and communicating effectively with all stakeholders. Operating in a complex delivery environment, you will drive performance, encourage agile ways of working, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and welfare legislation.
Responsibilities: As a Senior Project Manager, you will bring immediate value through a proven ability to translate complex client requirements into successful project outcomes. Strong commercial awareness and technical understanding will enable you to lead multidisciplinary teams with confidence, delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget. You will demonstrate strong relationship‑building skills, fostering trust with clients across public and private sectors and positioning Jacobs as a valued partner. A proactive approach to risk management and change control will help protect project success while identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement. Your leadership will support the creation of high‑performing, inclusive teams where collaboration and knowledge sharing thrive. By mentoring junior team members and promoting continuous improvement, you will strengthen project management capability and contribute to a culture of excellence.
As a Senior Project Manager, you will also bring the capability to step into Project Executive roles across projects of varying scale—adding value through strategic oversight, strong stakeholder engagement, and delivery leadership at both operational and executive levels. You will have experience managing projects under various contract forms, particularly NEC3 and NEC4, combined with sound commercial judgement, to support both successful delivery and business growth. A strong commitment to safety and quality will reinforce our reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes.
Requirements:
- Proven project management experience across a range of projects in a multidisciplinary environment (Infrastructure/ Water/ Design and Build)
- Strong leadership experience managing teams and driving delivery performance.
- Demonstrable expertise in project planning, risk management, budget and resource management, and contract management.
- Degree in engineering, environmental sciences, project management, or a related discipline.
- Project Management Qualifications APM PMQ, Prince 2 APM ChPP, NEC ECC PM (Desirable)
We are a disability confident employer. 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 will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria.
Senior Project Manager - Water & Environment (UK Wide) employer: Jacobs
At Jacobs, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration in the field of water sustainability. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through mentorship opportunities and a focus on continuous improvement, ensuring that our team members thrive in their careers while making a meaningful impact on the environment. With a strong emphasis on safety, inclusivity, and flexible working arrangements, Jacobs is dedicated to creating a supportive workplace where every individual can contribute to shaping a sustainable future.
