Assistant Program Manager - Centennial, CO

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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

JACOBS is seeking an Assistant Program Manager (APM) at the city of Centennial, Colorado project to assist the Program Director (PM) in the overall management and leadership of the project's operations and maintenance deliverables, including, but not limited to safety, quality assurance, staff recruiting; training, development, mentoring, coaching and disciplinary actions and procurement of equipment and materials. The APM also assists the PM in coordinating the planning, development, and implementation of service delivery innovations with project staff to maximize JACOBS program efficiency, quality and service integrations. The APM assumes project management responsibility of the city of Centennial project in the PM's absence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to performing the duties and responsibilities as directed by the PM, which may include, but is not limited to, the following:

• Assists with leading and managing the project team through all phases of program planning, mobilization, execution, and closeout consistent with established program delivery processes to the meet the scope, schedule, budget and other specified requirements stated in the contract.
• Ensures the project scope of work for Field Services, Street Rehabilitation, Streetlights, ROW, Engineering and Facilities is completed in accordance with the contractual requirements and to the satisfaction of the client and key stakeholders.
• Committed to insuring that JACOBS's HS&E, quality, risk management, business and policy expectations are met with internal staff and oversight of subcontractors performing work under Jacobs' responsibility, necessary to meet the Operations and Maintenance services to the City of Centennial.
• Plays a role in business development activities, which typically include, program-specific positioning activities, teaming arrangements, proposal preparation, and oral presentations.
• Manages the delivery of services and activities of the Field Services Division including construction, maintenance, repair, and sweeping of the City streets and sidewalks, vegetation control, snow and ice control, and emergency response planning and implementation
• Ensures services and materials provided are in accordance with the current industry standards and specifications, including but not limited to the City of Centennial, Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
• Utilizes a workflow management system and database (Cityworks) to manage work orders, monitor work progress, and provide quality control of all services performed in the division
• Maintains an awareness of new trends in the field of street maintenance to incorporate new developments as appropriate
• Develops and implements long and short-term plans, goals, and objectives for the division
• Assists the Program Director in developing and administering the budget for the division and monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget
• Serves as the liaison for the division with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies and represents the division at community meetings
• Performs other similar duties as assigned.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and we'll help you grow what drives you - and deliver the world's most challenging projects, together.

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Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree, Knowledge of Engineering, Transportation, and Municipal Operations or a closely related field
• Minimum 12+ years of related experience, including a minimum of five (5) years in a managerial role
• Strong interpersonal relationship skills with the ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other employees, government officials, contractors, suppliers, and the general public
• Intermediate computer software skills including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess and maintain a current valid State driver's license with no major infractions.
• Must be capable of personally driving a company vehicle in the performance of the duties contained herein

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Colorado PE license or the ability to obtain the credentials through reciprocity within ninety (90) days.

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

155,600.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

240,000.00

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, 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 $155,600.00 to $240,000.00. 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 10, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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.

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