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Civil/Structural/Arch Construction Technical Services Specialist

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South Charleston, WV
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Requirements

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Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Jacobs is hiring a Civil/Structural/Arch Construction Technical Services Specialist. The CSA Construction Technical Services Specialist Lead at Jacobs manages technical information flow for construction projects, focusing on world-class data center construction. This role involves resolving technical interpretation issues, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders, and providing on-site technical support. The specialist will also engage in the permitting process and work with design-build contractors, leading construction document management and providing mentorship to the team.

Key focus areas include Provide leadership and guidance in resolving in-progress issues, discrepancies, or disputes related to technical interpretation of drawings and specifications, Ensure liaising with home office engineering, outside engineering firms, and client representatives, and Provide On-site technical support in interpretation of engineering released documents, specifications, and drawings.

Successful candidates bring 10+ Years Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering, Bachelor's Degree Engineering, and Understanding Construction Codes and Standards. Important skills include Leadership, Technical Interpretation Of Drawings And Specifications, Liaising With Engineering Firms, On-Site Technical Support, Interpretation Of Engineering Documents, and Change Management Process. Preferred (not required): Project Management Competencies and Construction Field Experience.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LeadershipTechnical Interpretation of Drawings and SpecificationsLiaising With Engineering FirmsOn-Site Technical SupportInterpretation of Engineering DocumentsChange Management ProcessPermitting ProcessCommunication With SubcontractorsConstruction Document ManagementSpecification Deviation ProcessResolve NonconformitiesCoachingConstruction-Oriented Means, Methods, Codes, and StandardsInterpreting Home Office Engineering DocumentsOral and Written CommunicationRead and Understand Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering DrawingsProject Management CompetenciesConstruction Field Experience

Qualifications

10 Years Civil/Structural/Architectural Engineering Experience15-20 Years Construction Management Experience in Heavy-Industrial Process FacilitiesBachelor's Degree in Engineering or Equivalent Experience Including Certified Technical TrainingLarge Project Experience

Full job description

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 Lead, you will

Provide leadership and guidance 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

  • Ensure liaising with home office engineering, outside engineering firms, and client representatives

  • 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.

  • Engage in the Permitting process and with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs),

  • Work with Design-Build contractors once their efforts move to the field.

  • Effectively communicate with subcontractors leading to receipt and management of all key drawings and documents in a revision-controlled manner.

  • Lead the construction document management process,

  • providing oversight and guidance through a construction document control lead,

  • ensure effective communication with subcontractors leading to receipt and management of all key drawings and documents in a revision-controlled manner.

  • 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.

  • Work with Field Quality, contractor, and Home Office Engineering to resolve Nonconformities (NCRs)

  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and guidance to your team toward meeting these objectives.

Follow your purpose and develop your skills in a company that challenges you throughout your career. You will be based out of our Baton Rouge office, but located at our project in St. Francisville, LA.

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.

  • Minimum 10 years of experience working in Civil/Structural/Architectural engineering or 15-20 years’ experience in construction management for heavy-industrial process facilities including life sciences and datacenters. Heavy emphasis in Structural engineering needed

  • An understanding of construction-oriented means, methods, codes, and standards

  • Experience interpreting home office engineering documents for construction purposes

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience, including certified technical training

  • Effective oral and written communication

  • Ability to read and understand Civil/Structural/Architectural engineering drawings

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

  • Leadership roles

  • Large project experience

  • Project Management competencies

  • Construction field experience

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.

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