Mechanical Construction Technical Services Lead (Data Centers)

Jacobs; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Mechanical Construction Technical Services Specialist Lead for a data center project in Corpus Christi, TX. You will lead technical interpretation of drawings and specs, coordinate with home office and external engineers, and support permitting and construction document control on complex facilities.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in mechanical engineering or 15–20 years in construction management for heavy-industrial facilities, with strong communication and leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles
• Experience interpreting home office engineering drawings
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in resolving in-progress issues related to drawings and specifications, coordinating with home office and engineers
• Liaise with home office engineering, outside firms, and client representatives
• Provide on-site technical support interpreting documents, specs, and drawings; input to change management
• Lead construction document management and document control activities
• Engage with permitting authorities and field contractors during execution
• Mentor and guide the team to meet project objectives

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 Mechanical Construction Technical Services Specialist Lead, you will

• Provide leadership and guidance 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
• Ensure liaising 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.
• Lead the construction document management process
• providing oversight and guidance through a construction document control lead
• ensure effective communication with subcontractors leading to receipt and management of all key drawings and documents in a revision-controlled manner.
• 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 leadership, mentorship, and guidance to your team toward meeting these objectives.

Follow your purpose and develop your skills in a company that challenges you throughout your career. You will be located at our project in Corpus Christi, TX.

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 10 years of experience working in Mechanical engineering or 15-20 years’ experience in construction management for heavy-industrial process facilities including life sciences and datacenters. Heavy emphasis in Mechanical engineering needed
• An 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 Mechanical engineering drawings

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

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

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 August 14, 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.