Architect-Associate (Data Centers)

Jacobs; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 91,400 - 125,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Bonuses and stock rewards

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Architect-Associate to design, plan, and administer building projects across data centers, commercial, and life sciences sectors. The role involves mentoring junior staff, collaborating with technical leads, and working across multiple teams in a hybrid US environment.

The position requires a Bachelor of Architecture, 5+ years of experience, proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Adobe, and strong knowledge of codes and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture from an accredited program.
• 5+ years of professional experience.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Adobe suite.
• Extensive experience with building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of scopes of work, developing budgets, and reviewing schedules.
• Ability to work well across multiple teams and lead small architectural teams.
• Ability to travel to project sites in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellence in all phases of projects—from planning through construction administration and close‑out—while maintaining firm-wide quality standards and collaborating closely with technical leadership and engineering discipline leads to understand design intent and outcomes.
• Collaborate with technical leadership and discipline leads to translate design intent into actionable outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project budgeting

Scheduling

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture (preferred)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Adobe Suite

Job description

Architect-Associate

The role of an Associate Architect involves researching, programming, planning, designing, and administering building projects for clients across industries such as data centers, commercial, and advanced manufacturing. You will also mentor less experienced professionals, collaborate with technical and engineering leads, and work across multiple teams.

This is a hybrid all-United States opportunity. Candidates will work remotely and report to a local Jacobs office for team meetings and collaboration.

Responsibilities

Deliver excellence in all phases of projects—from planning through construction administration and close‑out—while maintaining firm-wide quality standards and collaborating closely with technical leadership and engineering discipline leads to understand design intent and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture from an accredited architectural program.
• 5+ years of professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience using Revit, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and Adobe suite.
• Extensive experience with building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Understanding of scopes of work, developing budgets, and reviewing schedules.
• Ability to work well across multiple teams and lead small architectural teams.
• Ability to travel to project sites in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture.
• Professional architectural license, with the ability to be licensed in multiple states.
• Experience designing advanced facilities such as data centers, life science, or other industrial facilities that include office environments.
• Participation in professional organizations.
• LEED AP credentials.

Benefits

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, and a deferred compensation or Executive Deferral Plan. Eligible employees receive unlimited U.S. personalized paid time off (PPTO), seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, and potential rewards such as merit increases, discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Salary

Base salary range: $91,400.00 to $125,600.00, determined by work location and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.