Architect

Jacobs; Mandaluyong; Hybrid; PHP 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in the Philippines seeks a Lead Architect to drive data-centre design from concept to construction, shaping layouts and specifications across disciplines.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Architecture, PRC Architect license, and 10+ years of experience with Revit and AutoCAD; familiarity with Philippine Building/Fire codes is preferred.

Experience with BIM workflows and international standards is valued; Jacobs supports flexible, hybrid working arrangements and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture with PRC Architect license.
• 10+ years of architectural design experience.
• Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Philippine Building Code, Fire Code, and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality architectural plans, details and specifications for data-centre facilities.
• Plan and conduct work requiring evaluation/adaptation of architectural techniques and criteria.
• Participate in design reviews and coordination meetings; resolve cross-discipline issues.
• Support field construction (review submittals, respond to RFIs, perform site walks).
• Provide technical guidance to junior designers; contribute to proposals and budgets.

Skills

Revit proficiency

AutoCAD proficiency

Code knowledge

Cross-discipline collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

PRC Architect license

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM workflows (BIM 360)

Job description

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, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Lead Architecture for mission-critical data‑centre projects, shaping layouts, drawings and specifications while collaborating across disciplines from concept to construction.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality architectural plans, details and specifications for data-centre facilities.
• Plan and conduct work requiring evaluation/adaptation of architectural techniques and criteria.
• Participate in design reviews and coordination meetings; resolve cross-discipline issues.
• Support field construction (review submittals, respond to RFIs, perform site walks).
• Provide technical guidance to junior designers; contribute to proposals and budgets.

Here’s what you’ll need

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture and valid PRC Architect license.
• 10+ years of architectural design experience; proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of Philippine Building Code, Fire Code and accessibility requirements.
• Experience with mission-critical or industrial facilities (data centres advantageous).

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Experience with BIM workflows and common data environments (e.g., BIM 360).
• Familiarity with international codes/standards relevant to data centres.

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With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

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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