Job description
The Entry Level Construction Project Engineer role at Jacobs is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates to begin their careers in the engineering and construction industry. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, this position focuses on water and wastewater construction management. The selected candidate will work closely with a team of professionals, gaining hands-on experience in project management, inspection, and program management for various industrial and public utility projects. This role offers a chance to contribute to meaningful projects that address critical infrastructure needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, construction management, or a related technical field.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- A collaborative, team-oriented perspective.
- Attention to detail and disciplined time management skills.
- The ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently and adapt to changes in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a resident project engineer or inspector for local water clients.
- Draft construction work orders and review construction plans for quantity takeoffs.
- Conduct field investigations to support construction project development.
- Coordinate with City agencies, contractors, and third parties in the preparation of construction assignments.
- Support the construction team to ensure all work is performed in accordance with approved specifications and client quality standards.
- Prepare meeting agendas and meeting minutes.
- Perform warranty inspections for completed projects.
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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