Lead, Data Center Construction—Hyperscale & Mission Critical

Jacobs; St. Francisville (LA); On-site; USD 168,900 - 232,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Stock purchase at discount

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Director of Construction (Data Centers) in St. Francisville, LA. This role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data center projects, engaging with clients and teams to ensure technical excellence and budget performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, over 15 years of experience in heavy construction, and a proven track record of leadership in large-scale projects.

Jacobs offers various benefits including medical, dental, vision, and an unlimited paid time off policy for eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in heavy construction.
• Proven leadership in managing large-scale construction projects.
• Experience focused on data center or mission-critical facilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of data center construction projects.
• Engage directly with clients and construction teams to ensure project success.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and drive innovation in a high-impact environment.

Skills

Leadership in large-scale construction projects

Strong knowledge of MEP systems

Client relationship management

Problem-solving abilities

Effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Director of Construction (Data Centers) in St. Francisville, LA. This role involves overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex data center projects, engaging with clients and teams to ensure technical excellence and budget performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field, over 15 years of experience in heavy construction, and a proven track record of leadership in large-scale projects.

Jacobs offers various benefits including medical, dental, vision, and an unlimited paid time off policy for eligible employees.