Jacobs
Global technical professional services firm delivering consulting, engineering & project delivery.
Lead multi-disciplinary design teams for ports and maritime projects in the Pacific Northwest.
14 days ago
$142,200 - $248,800
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Seattle, WA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
45,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture & interiors
Construction
Engineering
Environmental
Information technology
Integrated Project Services
Operations & Maintenance
Planning
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing
Cities & Places
Energy
Environmental
National Security & Defense
Life Sciences
Transportation
Water
Role
Description
design planning
schedule management
conflict resolution
bim coordination
team leadership
client communication
- Establishes work plan and multi-disciplinary staffing for each phase of project and arranges for assignment of project personnel.
- Coordinates with subject matter experts and team members to inform deliverables with the experience of knowledgeable team members.
- Ensure completion of the design scope of work to the satisfaction of the client, while simultaneously ensuring that Jacobs’ safety, environmental, and project performance expectations are upheld.
- Manage the project design schedule and program in accordance with program objectives.
- Resolve internal design conflicts and issues by working collaboratively with the Discipline Leads, client, and subject matter experts as needed for effective conflict resolution
- Establish and implement procedures to provide conflict resolution, design integration, constructability, and value engineering reviews.
- Provides senior leadership and guidance for project design scoping, project development and design reviews.
- Provide a high level of responsiveness and coordination among the design teams to minimize design delays, rework, and conflicts.
- Work with our digital delivery and production teams (CAD, BIM, etc.) and quality manager to ensure that proper procedures and guidelines are in place to facilitate the design process
- Provide direction for all facets of design to the design team, and provides mentorship to a multi-disciplinary, and at times, multi-office team.
- Work with internal and external Discipline Leads to ensure the timely and quality delivery of the project design documents.
- Assures that project team complies with the contract agreement as well as exercises cost controls to implement the approved design within established budget restraints.
- Review and monitor project design progress and work with the program manager to proactively resolve delivery issues.
- Provide senior design leadership for a multi-disciplinary team of design professionals for delivery of multi-year infrastructure projects.
- Present and communicate to the program manager and client the progress on design and any design issues that need resolution.
Requirements
port design
marine terminals
professional engineer
civil degree
10+ years
team building
- Experience in the design and/or construction of ports and marine terminals, ferry/cruise terminals, shore power projects, related infrastructure, and challenging seismic/geotechnical conditions (quayside and landside structures).
- Experience in the design and/or construction of bridges, administration buildings, or general site developments in seismic regions.
- Knowledge of US ports and marine engineering design and construction codes and standards, including Washington State/WSDOT/ADOT design and construction standards and practices is a plus.
- Experience in Ferry Terminal Projects in WA, AK, PNW region or nationally is a plus.
- Professional Engineer registration in Washington State. Other states is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field.
- Strong working knowledge in design and construction, project delivery methods, and team building.
- Willingness to travel.
- At least 10-15 years of ports and maritime facility design, design management or design delivery experience, construction, and implementation of large-scale infrastructure projects involving multi-disciplinary teams and valued $50M USD or more.
- Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams based in multiple locations and managing remote project delivery teams.
- Proven design delivery experience for transportation-related infrastructure.
- Excellent working knowledge and understanding of design risk management.
Benefits
Information not given or found
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
Founded 1947
Year Established
The firm was established in 1947 by Joseph J. Jacobs as a small engineering venture.
Revenue $14–16B
Annual Revenue Range
The company generates annual revenue between $14 billion and $16 billion.
Backlog $22B
Backlog Value
The firm maintains a robust backlog of approximately $22 billion.
Rank #1 ENR
Top 500 Rank
The company consistently ranks at the top of ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list.
- Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services.
- Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants.
- Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors.
- Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units.
- Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal.
- Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.
Culture + Values
- We do things right. We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.
- We challenge the accepted. We know that to create a better future, we must ask difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things.
- We aim higher. We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.
- We live inclusion. We put people at the heart of our business. We embrace different perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact. Through an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers, we build trust – in each other and across our company.
Environment + Sustainability
100% Renewable Energy
Sustainability Achievement
Achieved 100% renewable energy and net-zero carbon emissions for operations (Scopes 1, 2, and business travel) in 2020, aligned with the PAS 2060 standard.
61% Emissions Reduction
GHG Reduction Milestone
Reduced total value-chain GHG emissions by 61% by FY 22 (from FY 19 baseline) to 130,232 tCO₂e, maintaining net-zero for Scopes 1, 2, and travel emissions after offsets and certificates.
$50/tonne CO₂e
Carbon Pricing Initiative
Introduced carbon pricing of $50 USD per tonne CO₂e on business travel, with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
65% Suppliers Target
Supplier Sustainability Commitment
Committed to ensuring 65% of suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2025.
- Committed to becoming carbon negative for operations and travel by 2030.
- Science-based target for full value-chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
- Joined The Climate Pledge: carbon-neutral by 2040, a decade ahead of Paris Agreement.
- Introduced carbon pricing ($50 USD per tonne CO₂e) on business travel with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
- Launched inaugural sustainability-linked bonds in FY 23 tied to gender equality (UN SDG 5/10) and climate action (UN SDG 13).
- Climate Action Plan: ensure every project becomes a climate-response opportunity; maintain carbon neutrality and 100% low-carbon electricity.
Inclusion & Diversity
45%
Female or Ethnically Diverse Representation
45% of the Board of Directors are female or ethnically diverse.
63%
Diverse Executives
The Executive Leadership Team comprises 63% diverse members.
40%
Women in Leadership
40% of the Executive Leadership Team are women.
8 Networks
Employee Networks
Eight employee networks representing diverse groups within the company.
- To be the employer of choice and recognized globally for attracting diverse talent where inclusion is our differentiator in bringing innovative thought and solutions to our clients.
- Create an environment where diverse employees want to join, feel they belong and will thrive.
- Underwent full pay equity review annually, with budget allocated to rectify inequities in like‑for‑like roles.
- Instituted inclusion and diversity goals within senior leadership compensation metrics since FY 19.
- Committed to launching conscious inclusion training for all employees.
- Partnered with external organizations (e.g., NSBE, SHPE, Catalyst) and recognized by HRC, Disability Equality Index, Times Top 50 Employers for Women, Australia WGEA Employer of Choice.