Director of Construction (Data Centers)

About the role

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. 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 success in this fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of a large-scale data center construction project.
• Engage with clients, construction teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure technical excellence, schedule adherence, and budget performance.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and drive innovation in construction practices.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

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.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 5+ years of 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) for full-time salaried/exempt employees.
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave.
• Additional rewards for eligible 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.

In-person interactions are valued for collaboration, culture, and client delivery.