Jacobs
Global technical professional services firm delivering consulting, engineering & project delivery.
Lead and expand Jacobs' Transportation ops in Iowa, managing P&L, clients, and team.
12 days ago
$130,000 - $175,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
West Des Moines, IA
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
digital strategy
global delivery
business kpis
client liaison
strategic teaming
talent recruiting
- Effectively integrates sales, operations, and project delivery functions
- Digital Mindset and Global Delivery can lead and empower the adoption of the Jacobs digital solutions strategy in our book of business; promotes the use of global delivery centers (GDCs) to meet client commitments, drive growth, and enhance profitability
- Promotes Jacobs BeyondZero, quality, and safety programs to create an incident- and injury-free culture
- Responsible for committed Business Metrics & KPIs, including P&L components within the larger Director of Operations’ targets
- Recruit and hire top talent in the Des Moines area, retain talent, and promote an inclusive and diverse environment
- Key decision-maker to position and develop strategic teaming arrangements for Iowa Transportation clients such as Iowa DOT, DART, City of Des Moines and other strategic local units of government
- Serves as a principal point of contact with all local Iowa Transportation clients
- Oversee people development and career development for Des Moines based staff
Requirements
pe license
civil engineering
p&l management
leadership
iowa market
business acumen
- Demonstrated progressive leadership experience in Transportation - with a desire to work across other markets (water & buildings)
- Iowa Market Knowledge brings established relationships with Iowa-based clients; has a commanding knowledge of the Iowa market, specifically in Transportation; and understands the political landscape driving local public policy and actively engages in government affairs
- Outcome Driven establishes KPIs and disseminates results to local staff and other stakeholders; demonstrates relentless prioritization for growth in the Transportation market in Iowa and results that keep pace with business needs and expectations from Senior Leadership
- Profit & Loss management experience
- Familiarity with the South Dakota Department of Transportation with a willingness to help develop a market presence
- Business Acumen and Collaborative Leadership demonstrates high-level business/financial acumen; co-creates and collaborates effectively within the existing Des Moines staff, Midwest Transportation sales team, and the broader global Jacobs; and creates trusting relationships inside and outside the leadership team
- Professional Engineer Registration in Iowa
- Client Centric brings genuine relationships with Iowa clients; strong partnership with other Client Account Managers (CAM) to deliver tailored, cross-functional, future-forward solutions that anticipate/address clients’ evolving needs
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
- Known and trusted Transportation industry executive to lead the Jacobs’ Iowa operations
- Key Decision Maker demonstrates decisiveness and courage in making tough decisions; can navigate and manage conflict resolution
- Must be able to articulate a clear vision and direction and possess strong social, networking, and communication skills (both internal and external)
- Innovative and solutions-oriented thinker
- High level of emotional intelligence/team builder
- Strategic Growth Mindset strong business development experience and embraces our strategy and actively/effectively drives solutions through innovation, consultancy, and/or sales; exhibits a growth mindset and approach
- Portfolio performance and strong business acumen, including KPI and contributions to profit & loss (P&L) strategies within a larger business portfolio in the Midwest
- Adept at interpersonal relationship building, conflict resolution, and leading diverse teams
- Leadership and project delivery experience in the market
Benefits
- Market growth opportunities, working jointly with Transportation and Water Market Growth Directors and Regional Market Solution Leaders
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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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.
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.