Senior Architectural SME: AI-Driven Data Centers

Jacobs; Mobile (AL); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Unlimited PPTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Architectural SME to provide technical leadership across its U.S. data center portfolio, blending architectural expertise with client-facing leadership to shape design strategy and delivery for hyperscale, colocation, and advanced technology facilities.

The role requires 20+ years in architectural design with 15+ in mission-critical/data center environments, licensed RA status, and strong BIM coordination, site planning, and envelope design skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Licensed Architect (RA) with strong knowledge of building codes, ADA, and sustainability frameworks.
• 20+ years of experience in architectural design, with 15+ years in mission‑critical/data center environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction across the U.S. data center portfolio.
• Lead design strategy, delivery excellence, and technical differentiation on mission‑critical facilities.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines to ensure code compliance and constructability.
• Mentor architects across the data center practice and contribute to thought leadership.
• Support design reviews, quality assurance, and construction administration across multiple projects.

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication

Team leadership

Multi-tasking

Architectural design

Site planning

Envelope design

Modular construction

BIM coordination

Innovation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect (RA)

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Architectural SME to provide technical leadership across its U.S. data center portfolio, blending architectural expertise with client-facing leadership to shape design strategy and delivery for hyperscale, colocation, and advanced technology facilities.

The role requires 20+ years in architectural design with 15+ in mission-critical/data center environments, licensed RA status, and strong BIM coordination, site planning, and envelope design skills.