Are you a strategic leader with a passion for managing multiple high-impact projects? If so, our Transportation Manager of Projects (MoP) role in Orlando, Fl may be the perfect fit for you. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee a portfolio of projects, driving financial success while fostering professional growth among aligned Project Managers (PMs). As an MoP, you will play a crucial role in delivering budgeted Gross Margin (GM) by optimizing change management, cash flow, and the delivery of high-quality, value-added services to clients. Your leadership will ensure the seamless execution of projects, providing guidance and career development opportunities for PMs while supporting Client Account Managers (CAMs) in maintaining strong client relationships and satisfaction. In this role, you will review and approve key proposal and project contract documents, assess risks, and set pricing strategies. Upholding Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards will be a priority across all projects, ensuring compliance and best practices are consistently maintained. You will collaborate with Geographic and Performance Unit Financial and Project Controls leads to align business plan forecasting and ensure project estimates to completion (ETCs) are accurately projected. Additionally, you will drive adherence to client policies, procedures, and operational guidelines while leveraging industry-leading project management tools to enhance efficiency. Key responsibilities include minimizing financial uncertainties, strengthening performance expectations, and fostering a culture of accountability to drive project excellence. You will work to improve operational gaps, increase margin performance, and establish rigorous quality control standards. A commitment to inclusion and diversity within project teams will be fundamental to your leadership approach, ensuring a collaborative and dynamic work environment. Ultimately, as a Transportation MoP, your mission will be to cultivate and empower PMs for both financial and professional success, shaping the future of project leadership in the industry. When you join us, we'll look to you to * Review and approval of Project Risk Register/Mitigation Plans, Project Execution Plans, and Project Quality Plans * Conduct monthly Project Reviews on projects and document critical issues and actions * Attend Project Administrative Reviews (PARs) as required to discuss projects within the MOP portfolio that meet PAR thresholds * Participation/leadership of Pricing Reviews * Review accuracy of ETCs/EACs and address variances or issues with PMs * Approve Revenue Recognition Workflows * Provide Contract Delivery Review System (CDRS) approvals * Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BCSE) or a closely related field such as Transportation Engineering, Structural Engineering, or similar engineering degree * Active Professional Engineering (PE) license, preferably in the state of Florida * Experience with FDOT Projects * Demonstrated experience in roadway design and plans preparation, with the ability to engage project managers effectively by asking informed, technical questions * Project management and execution experience with transportation agencies (e.g., Departments of Transportation or similar entities) * Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control * Proficiency in contract administration and risk management practices * Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines * Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a collaborative and proactive leadership style * A genuine passion for staff development, with a focus on empowering PMs to deliver successful outcomes for our clients #LI-KD1#SET Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.