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Construction Project Engineer Professional Associate

Jacobs

Location

Columb, OH

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/18/2026

Compensation

$128,211 - $132,775 per year

Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202698.3% approval+57% YoY
💎 Strong sponsor

Job description

The Construction Project Engineer Professional Associate will work in Columbus, Ohio, and various unanticipated worksites across the United States. This role focuses on project coordination, technical support, and quality assurance within the construction sector, particularly in wastewater treatment. The engineer will interface with contractors and stakeholders while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The position also involves mentoring junior engineers and interns to foster professional development within the team.

Requirements

  • A Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field and 3 years of work experience in the job offered or related occupation in Wastewater Treatment.
  • Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field and 5 years of work experience in the job offered or related occupation in Wastewater Treatment.
  • Expertise in AutoCAD Civil 3D for design and drafting.
  • Proficiency in project management tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
  • Passed the FE Civil Exam and OSHA 10-hour certification.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in scope, schedule, and cost management for construction projects.
  • Conduct design reviews and provide technical recommendations.
  • Interface with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders during commissioning.
  • Review and process submittals, RFIs, RFPs, and potential change orders.
  • Conduct field visits and surveys to monitor construction progress.
  • Lead quality assurance efforts with a focus on technical compliance.
  • Assess CPM schedules and perform quantity takeoffs and cost estimating.
  • Conduct Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan inspections to ensure environmental compliance.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and interns.

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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