Director of Construction (Data Centers)

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About the role

At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures, we’re powering the digital age. Our teams help clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of cutting-edge data center facilities that support the world’s most critical infrastructure. As Director of Construction (Data Centers), you’ll join our collaborative team delivering award-winning engineering, construction management, and design-build solutions for hyperscale and enterprise data center clients in Saint Francisville, LA.

In this role, you’ll be accountable for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of a complex data center construction project. You’ll engage directly with clients, construction teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure technical excellence, schedule adherence, and budget performance. Your ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, navigate challenges, and drive innovation will be key to your success in this fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of a complex data center construction project
• Engage directly with clients, construction teams, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure technical excellence, schedule adherence, and budget performance
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and navigate challenges
• Drive innovation in a fast-paced, high-impact environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent experience
• Minimum 15 years of experience in heavy construction
• Proven leadership in managing large-scale, fast-track construction projects
• Strong working knowledge of MEP systems, commissioning, design-build delivery, and technology infrastructure
• Experience building and leading high-performing teams
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• 5 years or more experience focused on data center or mission-critical facilities
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience with hyperscale clients, enterprise data centers, or colocation facilities
• Familiarity with Uptime Institute standards, Tier certifications, and energy-efficient design
• Passion for innovation and continuous improvement in construction practices
• Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and remote environments

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave
• Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $168,900.00 to $232,200.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

Hybrid working policy allowing employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.