Jacobs

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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 As a Transportation Highways Group Leader for our Engineering design group in our Greenwood Village and Denver offices at Jacobs, you'll be at the forefront of shaping sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. This role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership to drive our transportation practice forward. In this role you’ll • Spearhead the development and execution of transportation projects across various scales and complexities • Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the transportation team • Serve as a technical authority and thought leader in transportation engineering • Mentor and develop team members to build a high-performing, diverse workforce • Work in the office three days per week to be available to team members • Lead a large team of talented highway/roadway engineers • Coordinate staffing with project managers and their project schedules Strategic Responsibilities • Align transportation projects with Jacobs' sustainability and digital transformation initiatives • Identify emerging market trends and position the team to capitalize on new opportunities and technologies • Collaborate with other practice areas to deliver integrated solutions to complex transportation challenges • Contribute to the development of company-wide transportation strategies and best practices Technical Expertise • Deep understanding of multimodal transportation systems and their integration • Proficiency in transportation planning, design, and traffic engineering principles • Knowledge of smart mobility concepts and emerging transportation technologies • Familiarity with environmental impact assessments and mitigation strategies for transportation projects • Knowledge of multiple civil software programs Leadership Competencies • Ability to inspire and motivate multidisciplinary teams • Strong decision-making skills, especially under pressure • Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution abilities • Commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment This position will be posted for at least 3 days. Here's what you'll need • Advanced degree in Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field • Professional Engineering (PE) license • 15+ years of progressive experience in transportation engineering and people management • Demonstrated track record of successful project delivery and team leadership 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. The base salary range for this position is $107,800.00 to $185,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 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 August 19, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. 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. 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.