Electrical Quality Lead (Data Centers)

Jacobs; Gulfport (MS); Hybrid; USD 95,200 - 130,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking an Electrical Quality Lead to work in Baton Rouge, LA, responsible for ensuring quality and compliance on data center construction projects. Candidates should have at least 8 years in the Industrial Construction field with applicable QA/QC experience and excellent communication skills.

The ideal candidate will monitor quality issues, lead audits, and ensure contractor compliance with project specifications. Benefits include comprehensive insurance, 401(k), and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in Industrial Construction with QA/QC experience.
• Ability to read and understand engineering specifications and documents.
• Adaptability and ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Communicate field quality issues to appropriate stakeholders.
• Lead contractor quality audits and ensure compliance with ITPs.
• Monitor and inspect materials at receipt and before installation.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills

Proficiency in Office 365 platforms

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management

Certified technical training

Job description

Electrical Quality Lead – Baton Rouge, LA

Travel requirement: The role requires travel to and/or work in Baton Rouge 100% of the time.

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 a key member of the team accountable for ensuring quality and compliance on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business.

Responsibilities

• Communicating field quality issues to appropriate stakeholders
• Working with discipline subcontractors to ensure that the contractor quality plans and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) are in place and in compliance with site‑specific requirements
• Leading contractor quality audits on‑site and in fabrication facilities
• Leading the effort to ensure ITPs and inspection and test forms (Test Packs) are understood by the contractor and construction management team, acted on and completed as required in a timely fashion, with all Test Packs completed in compliance with ITPs
• Assisting in developing Construction Turn‑Over Package requirements
• Providing on‑site assistance, monitoring and visually inspecting material at receipt and before installation
• Ensuring Nonconformities are captured in Non‑Conformance Reports (NCRs) and approved corrective actions are implemented

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience working in the Industrial Construction Field, with applicable QA/QC experience
• Effective oral and written communication
• Ability to read and understand engineering specifications, documents, and drawings
• Proficiency in Office 365 platforms such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Forward thinking, eager to learn best practices, and contribute with innovative ideas

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to learn quickly, driven to broaden knowledge base
• Ability to work effectively in a variety of teams, including multi-disciplinary teams
• Adaptability
• Life Sciences/Pharma construction experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or applicable on‑the‑job experience
• Certified technical training is preferred

Benefits

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 offers 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.

The base salary range for this position is $95,200.00 to $130,900.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. Hybrid working policy allows employees to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations.