Senior Architect - AI & Hyperscale Data Centers

Jacobs; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Architectural SME for data centers to provide technical leadership across U.S. projects, guiding design strategy, delivery excellence, and coordination of complex MEP systems.

The role emphasizes client-facing leadership, innovation, and mentorship within mission-critical facilities. Ideal candidates have direct data center experience, licensed RA status, and a track record delivering hyperscale or colocation projects, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture and 20+ years of architectural design experience.
• 15+ years in mission-critical/data center environments with leadership exposure.
• Licensed Architect (RA) with strong knowledge of codes, ADA, and sustainability.
• Expertise in site planning, envelope design, modular construction, and BIM coordination.
• Proven record of technical innovation solving client challenges.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior architectural authority across multiple programs and guide design quality.
• Shape upfront planning strategies with hyperscale clients and drive design excellence.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines for mission-critical facilities.
• Represent Jacobs in client engagements, industry forums, and pursuits with technical insight.

Skills

Architectural design

Data center experience

Licensed Architect (RA)

BIM coordination

Site planning

Envelope design

Modular construction

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Architectural SME for data centers to provide technical leadership across U.S. projects, guiding design strategy, delivery excellence, and coordination of complex MEP systems.

The role emphasizes client-facing leadership, innovation, and mentorship within mission-critical facilities. Ideal candidates have direct data center experience, licensed RA status, and a track record delivering hyperscale or colocation projects, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and