Senior Architectural SME — Hyperscale Data Centers (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a Senior Architectural SME for Data Centers to lead design across hyperscale, colocation, and advanced manufacturing facilities nationwide. You will guide architectural delivery, coordinate MEP, telecom, security, and durability considerations, and shape design strategies with clients.

The role requires 20+ years in architectural design with 15+ in mission-critical environments, RA license, strong leadership and communication, and travel up to 25% with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of architectural design experience, with 15+ years in mission-critical/data center environments.
• Licensed Architect (RA) with knowledge of building codes, ADA, and sustainability frameworks.
• Proven expertise in site planning, envelope design, modular construction, and BIM coordination.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi-tasking skills.
• Preference for hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center project experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across multiple data center programs and guide design quality.
• Shape upfront planning strategies with hyperscale clients and lead site/building design.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines to ensure integrated solutions.
• Mentor architects, contribute to thought leadership, and support client engagements.
• Oversee design reviews, quality assurance, and construction administration across concurrent projects.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Multi-tasking

BIM coordination

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect (RA)

Tools

BIM coordination

Job description

Jacobs seeks a Senior Architectural SME for Data Centers to lead design across hyperscale, colocation, and advanced manufacturing facilities nationwide. You will guide architectural delivery, coordinate MEP, telecom, security, and durability considerations, and shape design strategies with clients.

The role requires 20+ years in architectural design with 15+ in mission-critical environments, RA license, strong leadership and communication, and travel up to 25% with a hybrid work model.