
Civil/Structural/Arch Construction Technical Services Specialist (Data Centers)
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Jacobs is hiring a Civil/Structural/Arch Construction Technical Services Specialist (Data Centers). Jacobs seeks a Civil/Structural/Architectural Construction Technical Services Specialist to support data center projects, providing on‑site technical interpretation of drawings, managing revisions, liaising with engineers and clients, and assisting with permitting and change management. The role offers exposure to cutting‑edge data‑center construction and mentorship opportunities while working at the Corpus Christi, Texas project site.
Key focus areas include Resolve in‑progress issues, discrepancies, or disputes related to technical interpretation of drawings and specifications., Liaise with home office engineering, outside engineering firms, and client representatives., and Provide on‑site technical support for engineering documents, specifications, and drawings, including change management input..
Important skills include Effective Oral And Written Communication, Ability To Read And Understand Engineering Drawings, Construction Document Revision Control, Change Management Process, Permitting Process With Authorities Having Jurisdiction, and Design-Build Coordination. Preferred (not required): Some Field Experience Supporting Construction.
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Our People & Places Solutions business - reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do - the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology - we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.
Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed - today and into tomorrow.
At Jacobs, how we manage the flow of technical information to construction is crucial to the success of our projects and a key component of the work we do with our clients. This role will involve working on world-class data center projects, a rapidly growing and innovative sector in the construction industry. You will have a unique chance to learn and grow in the cutting-edge field of data center construction, even if you don’t have prior experience in this specific area. You’ll be at the forefront of technology infrastructure development, gaining valuable insights into the intricate systems that power our digital world. As a CSA Construction Technical Services Specialist, you will
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Engage in resolving in-progress issues, discrepancies, or disputes related to technical interpretation of drawings and specifications; clarifying and, when required, expediting home office/responsible engineer(s) response to meet project needs in a timely manner
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Liaise with home office engineering, outside engineering firms, and client representatives
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Provide On-site technical support in interpretation of engineering released documents, specifications, and drawings, including input to the change management process within your technical expertise.
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Engage in the Permitting process and with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs),
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Work with Design-Build contractors once their efforts move to the field.
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Effectively communicate with subcontractors leading to receipt and management of all key drawings and documents in a revision-controlled manner.
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Work to Ensure revision control is in place for all construction documents
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Ensure contractors have the latest revisions to construction documents
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Mange, control, and communicate all timely information related to potential changes in design and installation
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Ensure we work within the field sketch/redline process associated with changes
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Work with Project Controls and Construction regarding the Field Design Revision process
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Act as technically competent lead in response to contractor or other party request for specification deviation in work or work product, working within the project approved spec deviation process.
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Work with Field Quality, contractor, and Home Office Engineering to resolve Nonconformities (NCRs)
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Provide mentorship and guidance to subordinate members of the team toward meeting these objectives.
Follow your purpose and develop your skills in a company that challenges you throughout your career. You will be located at our project in Corpus Christi, TX.
This role offers a unique opportunity to expand your skillset and knowledge base in the rapidly evolving field of data center construction. You'll be exposed to cutting-edge technologies and innovative construction techniques, positioning you at the forefront of this dynamic industry. The experience gained in this position will be invaluable for your career growth in the construction and technology sectors.
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Minimum 4-7 years of experience working in Civil, Structural, or Architectural engineering or 8-10 years’ experience in construction management of heavy-industrial process facilities including life sciences and datacenters
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A basic understanding of construction-oriented means, methods, codes, and standards
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Experience interpreting home office engineering documents for construction purposes
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Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience, including certified technical training
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Effective oral and written communication
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Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
Ideally, You’ll Also Have:
- Some field experience supporting construction
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Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
How this job compares
Set against the 463 open Data Center Construction jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- US median$144–245K/yr420 salary ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 463 open Data Center Construction jobs across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience — less than three in four Data Center Construction postings that state a minimum ask for (median 10 years, across 353 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 143 of the 463 open Data Center Construction jobs (31%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 30, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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