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Capital Improvement Manager - Wilmington, DE
Jacobs
Lead capital improvement projects and innovation at Wilmington wastewater plant
3d ago
$119,400 - $164,200
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Wilmington, DE
Onsite
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
What you would be doing
field troubleshooting
design collaboration
site assessments
project management
change orders
maintenance oversight
- Field Troubleshooting & Solutions — Work directly with Jacobs operations and maintenance staff to identify issues and develop practical solutions.
- Design Team Collaboration — Work with off-site Jacobs design teams on planning, execution, and closeout, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and project delivery standards.
- Site Assessments & Capital Planning — Perform periodic updates to site condition assessments and contribute to long-term capital planning.
- Innovation Workshop Leadership — Lead a workshop focused on generating innovative ideas for the Wilmington Wastewater Treatment Plant, based on current conditions, regulatory requirements, and future pipeline planning. This includes coordinating with subject matter experts to present on relevant topics and contribute to actionable solutions.
- Scope & Budget Development — Develop out-of-scope documents and implementation plans, including scope definition, scheduling, and budgeting, with coordination across funding sources and regulatory agencies.
- Capital Improvement Project Management — Manage the site's capital improvements team and serve as the owner’s representative and operations interface for capital projects.
- Communication & Coordination — Act as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders—including contractors, designers, and clients—to facilitate effective communication and collaboration throughout the capital program
- Problem-Solving — Proactively identify and resolve issues that arise during capital and major maintenance projects, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Change Order & Client Reporting — Prepare and review change orders, and provide regular updates to the Client.
- Major Maintenance Oversight — Manage design, procurement, and construction for equipment renewal and replacement projects.
What you bring
pe license
ms civil
water/wastewater
project management
leadership
communication
- Experience in planning and overseeing field work.
- Knowledge of project specifications/drawings, bidding, construction oversight, and commissioning.
- Experience in water and wastewater projects, including all phases studies, piloting, conceptual and detailed design, construction administration, and startup.
- Experience in commissioning water/wastewater systems.
- Strong communication skills, including technical writing and presentations.
- Experience working in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- MS in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Professional Engineering (PE) license in Delaware, or ability to obtain within the first few months of hire.
- BS degree in an engineering discipline and a minimum of five (5) years of experience serving municipal water and wastewater clients across planning, design, and construction services.
- Experience leading projects or tasks, including schedule and budget tracking, and working within multi-disciplinary teams.
- Minimum of 5 years managing engineering teams in client-facing environments, with a demonstrated ability to develop talent and lead beyond task execution.
- Experience in wastewater plant design and construction.
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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.
- 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.
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 tCOâ‚‚e, maintaining net-zero for Scopes 1, 2, and travel emissions after offsets and certificates.
$50/tonne COâ‚‚e
Carbon Pricing Initiative
Introduced carbon pricing of $50 USD per tonne COâ‚‚e 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 COâ‚‚e) 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.
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.
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