Civil/Structural/Arch Construction Technical Services Specialist

Jacobs; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 114,400 - 157,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a CSA Construction Technical Services Specialist Lead to oversee technical support in high-stakes data center projects. The role demands collaboration with engineering teams and clients to ensure project specifications are met accurately.

Applicants should have a minimum of 10 years in engineering or extensive construction management experience, and effective communication skills. A robust benefits package including health insurance and unlimited paid time off complements the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in engineering or 15-20 years in construction management.
• Understanding of construction-oriented means, methods, codes, and standards.
• Ability to read and understand Civil/Structural/Architectural engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support in interpreting engineering documents.
• Engage in the permitting process and work with contractors.
• Lead construction document management process and resolve nonconformities.

Skills

Civil/Structural/Architectural engineering

Construction management

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

Position Overview

As a CSA Construction Technical Services Specialist Lead, you will be responsible for leading technical support and resolution of in-progress issues in world‑class data center projects. You will work closely with home office engineering, external firms, clients, and subcontractors to ensure accurate interpretation of drawings, specifications, and seamless execution of construction and permitting processes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure liaison with home office engineering, outside engineering firms, and client representatives.
• Provide on‑site technical support in interpreting engineering documents, specifications, and drawings, and input to the change management process.
• 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 to receive and manage all key drawings and documents in a revision‑controlled manner.
• Lead the construction document management process,
  • providing oversight and guidance through a construction document control lead.
  • ensure effective communication with subcontractors to receive and manage all key drawings and documents in a revision‑controlled manner.
• Act as a technically competent lead in response to contractor or other party requests 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 leadership, mentorship, and guidance to your team toward meeting these objectives.

Location

Based out of our Baton Rouge office, you will be on‑site at our project in St. Francisville, LA.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Civil/Structural/Architectural engineering or 15–20 years in construction management for heavy‑industrial process facilities, including life sciences and data centers. Heavy emphasis in structural engineering is required.
• 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 skills.
• Ability to read and understand Civil/Structural/Architectural engineering drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership roles.
• Large project experience.
• Project Management competencies.
• Construction field experience.

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, focusing on your health, well‑being, security, and 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. Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $114,400.00 to $157,200.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

EEO Statement

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.