Jacobs · 2 days ago
Architectural SME (Data Center)
Austin, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$189K/yr - $248K/yr
20+ years expJacobs is a company focused on solving critical global problems through innovative design and engineering solutions. They are seeking a visionary Architectural Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the design and evolution of their global data center portfolio, blending architectural expertise with business leadership.
Civil EngineeringConsultingCyber SecurityIndustrialIndustrial EngineeringInformation TechnologyInfrastructureProfessional ServicesReal Estate
Responsibilities
Provide internal technical leadership across architectural disciplines, guiding design excellence and delivery
Set design strategy with hyperscaler colocation clients with up front planning
Champion innovation in modular design, sustainability, and integrated building systems
Develop and maintain Jacobs’ architectural standards, specifications, and design guidelines
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, accessibility standards, and environmental regulations
Serve as the external face of Jacobs’ architectural expertise in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic pursuits
Partner with sales teams to win our most complex and high-value data center projects
Participate in sales calls, client workshops, and proposal development to shape winning strategies
Influence business strategy through design innovation, technical differentiation, and delivery excellence
Mentor and coach architects and designers across the data center practice
Publish technical articles and contribute to Jacobs’ thought leadership initiatives
Present at industry conferences and represent Jacobs in professional associations
Balance strategic initiatives with hands-on project execution, managing multiple priorities in parallel
Lead site planning, building layout, and integration of architectural systems with MEP and structural disciplines
Support construction administration, design reviews, and quality assurance across global projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
20+ years of experience in architectural design, with 15+ years in mission-critical/data center environments
Licensed Architect (RA) with strong knowledge of building codes, ADA, and sustainability frameworks
Proven expertise in site planning, envelope design, modular construction, and BIM coordination
Proven record of technical innovation solving client's challenges
Exceptional communication, leadership, and multi-tasking skills
Preferred
Experience with hyperscale, colocation, and enterprise data center clients
Involvement in LEED, WELL, or other sustainability certifications
Familiarity with high-security and high-resiliency design principles
Vendor coordination and construction-phase support experience
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Basic life insurance
401(k) plan
The ability to purchase company stock at a discount
Deferred compensation plan
Executive Deferral Plan
Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO)
Seven paid holidays
One floating holiday
Caregiver leave
Merit increases
Performance discretionary bonus
Stock
Company
Jacobs
Jacobs leads the global professional services sector delivering solutions for a more connected, sustainable world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.1B2023-08-18Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2023-02-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
1980-09-26IPO
Leadership Team
Bob Pragada
Chair & Chief Executive Officer at Jacobs
Paul Friedman
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