AI Data Center Program Lead — Hybrid

Jacobs; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex, multi-discipline programs for Data Center clients. You will drive project execution strategy, oversee performance, manage client relationships, and ensure collaboration across architectural, civil, structural, MEP, and process teams from concept through construction.

This role demands strong leadership, exceptional communication, sound business judgment, and the ability to maintain schedule certainty and operational reliability on fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, architecture or related field.
• 5–12 years of progressive project management experience on industrial or complex facilities.
• Minimum 2 years PM experience on Data Center or semiconductor projects.
• Proficiency with project controls tools and earned value reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own the project management plan scope, schedule, budget, fee forecasting, contract administration, and risk register.
• Lead multi-discipline engineering teams from concept through construction administration.
• Administer prime contracts and subconsultant agreements; manage change orders.
• Coordinate with owner/operator teams on design criteria and program reporting.
• Provide client communication, dashboards, and issue escalation.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling tools

Client relationships

Communication skills

Risk management

Education

Engineering degree

Related discipline

Tools

P6/MS Project

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Project Manager to lead complex, multi-discipline programs for Data Center clients. You will drive project execution strategy, oversee performance, manage client relationships, and ensure collaboration across architectural, civil, structural, MEP, and process teams from concept through construction.

This role demands strong leadership, exceptional communication, sound business judgment, and the ability to maintain schedule certainty and operational reliability on fast-paced