Job description
The Project Engineer for Water Design Build at Jacobs will support design-build water clients across the U.S. and play a crucial role in protecting vital water resources. This position involves working full-time onsite with the Jacobs design-build team, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure effective project execution. The role requires collaboration with both design and construction teams to resolve issues efficiently. The engineer will also manage technical documentation and maintain project schedules.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of Project Engineering experience within water/wastewater.
- Bachelor of Science in an applicable field.
- Experience with construction project internships or relevant experience.
- Working knowledge of construction, building systems, contract management, and project delivery methods.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Responsibilities
- Work with vendors, subcontractors, and Engineering to achieve timely submittal approval.
- Coordinate RFIs to resolution with the assistance of the Engineering team.
- Expedite equipment to ensure on-time delivery.
- Coordinate and maintain the schedule associated with responsible scope.
- Manage and maintain as-built drawings and documentation.
- Assist with monthly cost projections for subcontractors and vendors.
- Support project plan implementation for quality, change management, and safety.
- Create and distribute meeting agendas, attend meetings, take notes, and publish notes and action item lists.
Benefits
- Employees at Jacobs are often offered benefits designed around physical, emotional, financial and social wellbeing, including health and safety programs, mental health support, retirement and financial planning resources, flexible time off and initiatives that support a strong culture of caring.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Jacobs Engineering Group Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
55
FY2026
Approval rate
98.3%
FY2026
LCA certified
32
FY2026
Entry-level share
18.8%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+57%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-80%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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