Project Manager – Water

Job Description

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we push the limits of what’s possible to make the world smarter and more connected. We are playing a key role on one of the most iconic giga projects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, arguably one of the largest projects in the world.

NEOM-the Line programme will grow and evolve and become the largest capital project worldwide. The Programme aims to challenge the “status-quo” with the intention of delivering a real meaningful change such that NEOM is referenced as world class and world leader is numerous areas. NEOM – the Line is a combination of multi-modules with each module representing a complex multi-discipline element of the overall Programme with both standard, unique, and bespoke scope aspects.

About the Opportunity

Based at NEOM Site, the Project Manager – Water, will be responsible for overseeing and leading multiple temporary utility projects related to water infrastructure. Responsibilities include:

  • Provides direction, making decisions and/or obtaining additional assistance as the situation warrants to ensure project completion per schedule and budget
  • Promotes technical excellence on the project, including furtherance of the Quality Improvement Process.  Ensures that adequate checking is performed in accordance with policy and procedures
  • Ensures that work is coordinated between the Design staff and Construction staff by maintaining clear and frequent communications.  This should include the constructability reviews by the Construction team on the design produced
  • Advises management regarding any problem areas, staffing requirements, delays in production, scope changes, or other events which could affect project completion
  • Initiates and/or reviews change order requests for additions, deletions, or changes to the original scope of work
  • Where non-compliance exists, ensure corrective action implementation occurs within prescribed timeframes
  • Completes other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate

Here’s what you’ll need

  • Degree educated – engineering related
  • Extensive design and construction experience in water infrastructure and operations and maintenance
  •  Thorough knowledge of contractual matters and project control is a must for this position
  • Previous experience working in a PMC/Client Side environment
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience
  • Deep understanding of design and construction utilities principles, technologies, and best practices, including sustainable solutions that first look to incorporate the permanent solution, and if the permanent solution is not feasible develop a sustainable temporary solution
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and develop effective mitigation strategies
  • Proven experience managing, coaching and mentoring subordinate staff
  • A creative and agile approach to workplace challenges
  • A significant knowledge of utilities risk management