Civil/Structural/Arch Construction Technical Services Specialist (Data Centers)

About the Role

At Jacobs, we challenge 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. This role will involve working on world-class data center projects, a rapidly growing and innovative sector in the construction industry. You will have a unique chance to learn and grow in the cutting-edge field of data center construction, gaining valuable insights into the intricate systems that power our digital world.

Our People & Places Solutions business reinforces our drive to improve lives everywhere and epitomizes the tremendous positive impact our solutions bring to communities and society. You’ll be at the forefront of technology infrastructure development, integrating solutions to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

This position is located at our project in Corpus Christi, TX, and offers a unique opportunity to expand your skillset in the rapidly evolving field of data center construction. You'll be exposed to cutting-edge technologies and innovative construction techniques, positioning you for career growth in the construction and technology sectors.

Responsibilities

• Engage in resolving in-progress issues, discrepancies, or disputes related to technical interpretation of drawings and specifications; clarifying and expediting home office or responsible engineer(s) response to meet project needs.
• Liaise with home office engineering, outside engineering firms, and client representatives.
• Provide on-site technical support in interpretation of engineering-released documents, specifications, and drawings, including input to the change management process.
• Engage in the permitting process and interact with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Work with Design-Build contractors once their efforts move to the field.
• Effectively communicate with subcontractors to manage key drawings and documents in a revision-controlled manner.
• Ensure revision control is in place for all construction documents and that contractors have the latest revisions.
• Manage, control, and communicate all timely information related to potential changes in design and installation.
• Work within the field sketch/redline process associated with changes.
• Collaborate with Project Controls and Construction regarding the Field Design Revision process.
• Act as a technically competent lead in response to contractor requests for specification deviations, working within the project-approved process.
• Work with Field Quality, contractors, and Home Office Engineering to resolve Nonconformities (NCRs).
• Provide mentorship and guidance to subordinate team members.

Requirements

• Minimum 4-7 years of experience working in Civil, Structural, or Architectural engineering or 8-10 years’ experience in construction management of heavy-industrial process facilities, including life sciences and data centers.
• A basic understanding of construction-oriented means, methods, codes, and standards.
• Experience interpreting home office engineering documents for construction purposes.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience, including certified technical training.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Field experience supporting construction.

Job posted on August 14, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. We value in-person interactions for collaboration and client delivery and offer a hybrid working policy, allowing employees to split their workweek between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.