Senior Code Specialist - Data Center Compliance

Jacobs; Appleton (WI); Hybrid; USD 132,900 - 182,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Personalized Paid Time Off

Caregiver leave

Bonus and stock eligibility

Job summary

Jacobs seeks a Code Specialist to act as the senior authority on building codes for Data Center projects across the United States. You will interpret IBC/IFC/ADA/NFPA and local amendments, ensure regulatory compliance, support risk mitigation, and drive project efficiency.

Ideal candidates hold a Professional Architecture degree (B.Arch or M.Arch), an active RA license, and 15+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch).
• Active Registered Architect license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 15 years of professional architectural experience.
• Extensive expertise in building codes and regulatory compliance.
• Experience interpreting and applying codes across multiple project types.
• Strong knowledge of life safety, accessibility, zoning, and fire code requirements.
• Effective interaction with building officials and regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary authority on building codes across all Data Center projects.
• Interpret and apply local, state, and national building codes (IBC, IFC, ADA, NFPA).
• Provide code analyses and compliance strategies during planning, design, and construction.
• Review drawings and specs for code compliance.
• Provide QA/QC reviews on Code Summary and Life Safety plans.
• Advise project teams on code-related design decisions and variances.
• Coordinate with AHJs, building officials, and plan reviewers.
• Support permitting and responses to code comments and revisions.
• Identify compliance risks and propose solutions.
• Stay current on code updates and regulatory changes for Data Centers.
• Mentor and educate internal teams on code requirements.

Skills

Code knowledge

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Design guidance

Detail orientation

Stakeholder influence

Education

Architecture degree (B.Arch/M.Arch)

Job description

Jacobs seeks a Code Specialist to act as the senior authority on building codes for Data Center projects across the United States. You will interpret IBC/IFC/ADA/NFPA and local amendments, ensure regulatory compliance, support risk mitigation, and drive project efficiency.

Ideal candidates hold a Professional Architecture degree (B.Arch or M.Arch), an active RA license, and 15+ years of relevant experience.