Civil/Structural/Arch Construction Technical Services Specialist

Jacobs; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a CSA Construction Technical Services Specialist to support world‑class data center projects from Greenville, SC, with field deployments in Spartanburg. You will interpret drawings, coordinate with engineers and clients, and help control document revisions on a rapidly evolving construction program.

The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and maintaining rigorous design and field change control across multiple teams in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years in civil/structural/architectural engineering or 8–10 years in heavy‑industrial construction management.
• Basic understanding of construction means, methods, codes and standards.
• Experience interpreting home office documents for construction purposes.

Responsibilities

• Resolve in‑progress issues and expedites responses from engineers for project needs.
• Liaise with home office engineering, outside firms, and client reps.
• Provide on‑site technical support interpreting drawings and specs.
• Engage in permitting with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Coordinate with design‑build contractors during field work.
• Ensure revision control for construction documents and field sketches.

Skills

Civil engineering

Structural engineering

Architectural engineering

Construction management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

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

Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the why of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life‑saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we’re integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed – today and into tomorrow.

At Jacobs, how we manage the flow of technical information to construction is crucial to the success of our projects and a key component of the work we do with our clients. This role will involve 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 if you don’t have 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.

As a CSA Construction Technical Services Specialist, you will:

• 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.
• Work to ensure revision control is in place for all construction documents.
• 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.
• Work to ensure revision control is in place for all construction documents.
  • Ensure contractors have the latest revisions to construction documents.
  • Mange, control, and communicate all timely information related to potential changes in design and installation.
  • Ensure we work within the field sketch/redline process associated with changes.
  • Work with Project Controls and Construction regarding the field design revision process.

Follow your purpose and develop your skills in a company that challenges you throughout your career.

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. You'll be exposed to cutting‑edge technologies and innovative construction techniques, positioning you at the forefront of this dynamic industry. The experience gained in this position will be invaluable for your career growth in the construction and technology sectors.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Minimum 4‑7 years of experience working in civil, structural, or architectural engineering or 8‑10 years’ experience in construction management of heavy‑industrial process facilities including life sciences and data centers.
• 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.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Some field experience supporting construction.

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 March 05, 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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.