Electrical Construction Technical Services Specialist

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 involves 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, even without prior experience in this specific area. You’ll be at the forefront of technology infrastructure development, gaining valuable insights into the intricate systems that power our digital world.

You will be based out of our Greenville, SC office but located at our project in Spartanburg, SC. This role offers a unique opportunity to expand your skillset and knowledge base in the rapidly evolving field of data center construction, positioning you at the forefront of this dynamic industry.

Responsibilities

• Engage in resolving in-progress issues, discrepancies, or disputes related to technical interpretation of drawings and specifications; clarifying and, when required, expediting home office/responsible engineer(s) response to meet project needs in a timely manner.
• 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 within your technical expertise.
• Engage in the permitting process and with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Work with Design-Build contractors once their efforts move to the field.
• Effectively communicate with subcontractors leading to receipt and management of all key drawings and documents in a revision-controlled manner.
• Ensure revision control is in place for all construction documents.
• Ensure contractors have the latest revisions to construction documents.
• 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.
• Work with Project Controls and Construction regarding the Field Design Revision process.
• Act as technically competent lead in response to contractor or other party request for specification deviation in work or work product, working within the project approved spec deviation process.
• Work with Field Quality, contractor, and Home Office Engineering to resolve Nonconformities (NCRs).
• Provide mentorship and guidance to subordinate members of the team toward meeting these objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum 4-7 years of experience working in Electrical engineering or 8-10 years’ experience in construction management of heavy-industrial process facilities including life sciences and datacenters.
• 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.
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings.

Ideal Qualifications

• Field experience supporting construction.

Work Arrangement

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. This role follows a hybrid working policy, allowing you to split your work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.