Manager of Construction (Data Centers)

• Forecasting The MOC works closely with the other BUs during forecasting to capture prospects where margin will be shared based on corporate policy. The owning BU will need to ensure that we haven’t double-counted the margin forecast. The MOC will coordinate this effort in concert with finance and ensure he/she has an overall understanding of the forecasted opportunities.

• Project Performance The MOC will work closely with safety, performance, lean delivery, and the operations team to ensure proper set up of the job - including staffing, processes, tools and procedures are in place. At Jacobs, safety is of the utmost importance and as MOC, you will have oversight responsibility for the health and safety of the CM projects. You will work closely with the safety team members to ensure correct reporting, assignment of staff, leadership, etc. preconstruction delivery will also be a priority during design phase.

You will ensure preconstruction measures (offsite construction, constructability, CRRs, etc.) are conducted at appropriate times and that OPRs are conducted monthly. You will report back to the business on actions/critical activities including safety, risk, cost, schedule, quality and client issues. You may be involved in Gate Reviews as necessary to ensure progress of the work. You will work with digital delivery to ensure appropriate technology and platforms are utilized on construction projects. You may serve as the Designated Project Executive (DPE) for construction projects, and will interface with clients looking to discuss and improve project delivery.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline
• At least 10 years’ of progressive experience in managing construction projects related to data centers, industrial and/or commercial facilities
• Strong working knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building and client relationship building
• Ability to manage multiple projects, their schedules and their target values, and ability to address and mitigate project risk and issues.
• Ability to manage a team of site managers and construction management teams on multiple projects
• Ability to lead teams on very-large scale green-field projects
• Ability to manage trade partners at principal levels
• Committed to safety with ability to work with the safety director on all HSE procedures and planning
• Committed to quality with ability to plan and manage each project’s quality team by following the field QA/QC plan
• Lean construction delivery experience and ability to adapt to lean methods

Ideally, you’ll also have

• OSHA 30 training
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Professional Engineer (PE), or Project Management Professional (PMP
• Working knowledge of the sales process - including developing a value proposition, written proposal development and client presentations
• Experience with Polaris including revenue recognition, project reviews and project planning
• Familiar with construction software and ability to learn and use new construction software (such as Autodesk Construction Cloud)
• Proficient in software use such as Microsoft suite and Bluebeam
• Understanding and ability to travel to project sites

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $134,000.00 to $185,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on July 10, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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