<p>Market</p> <p>Transportation</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Your impact</p> <p>Jacobs Engineering is looking for a driven and experienced Senior Utility Manager to lead utility coordination and relocation efforts for major infrastructure projects in the Denver region. This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Colorado's infrastructure-where your leadership will directly impact the success of high-profile transportation and development initiatives.</p> <p>Your Impact Starts Here</p> <p>As the Senior Utility Manager, you'll be the strategic connector between project teams, utility owners, and regulatory agencies-ensuring utility systems are seamlessly integrated into complex project schedules and budgets. You'll lead with vision, solve challenges with precision, and build relationships that drive results.</p> <p>What You'll Be Doing</p> <ul> <li>Utility Coordination Leadership: Manage relocation and design for water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecom systems. Serve as the primary liaison for clients and utility stakeholders. </li><li>Strategic Execution: Develop and implement utility coordination plans that align with project scope, schedule, and budget-while proactively mitigating risks. </li><li>Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate strong partnerships with utility companies, regulatory agencies, and contractors to ensure compliance and timely delivery. </li><li>Technical Oversight: Review and approve utility designs for constructability and efficiency, ensuring alignment with ASCE SUE standards and best practices. </li><li>Team Leadership: Mentor and guide multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth. </li><li>Quality & Risk Management: Ensure accuracy in design plans, specifications, and cost estimates. Identify potential conflicts and implement proactive solutions. </li><li>Innovation & Growth: Stay ahead of emerging technologies, regulations, and trends in utility engineering and relocation. </li></ul> <p>Here's what you'll need</p> <ul> <li>8+ years of experience in utility engineering and project management, with a strong track record in utility relocation for large infrastructure projects </li><li>Expertise in utility design standards and regulatory compliance </li><li>Proven ability to manage complex schedules and budgets </li><li>Strong leadership and communication skills </li></ul> <p>Ideally, you'll also have:</p> <ul> <li>Professional Engineer (PE) license </li><li>Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field </li></ul> <p>Posted Salary Range: Minimum</p> <p>118,300.00</p> <p>Posted Salary Range: Upper</p> <p>200,000.00</p> <p>Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.</p> <p>The base salary range for this position is $118,300.00 to $200,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.</p> <p>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 21, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.</p> <p>We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.</p> <p>Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.</p> <p>Locations</p> <p>CityStateCountryDenverColoradoUnited States</p>