Senior Architectural Expert - Data Centers

Jacobs is a leader in designing and delivering some of the world's most complex mission-critical facilities. As pioneers in advanced manufacturing and hyperscale data center design, we collaborate with global technology and colocation clients to shape the next generation of AI-enabled data centers where resiliency, scalability, sustainability, and precision are vital.

We are excited to invite an experienced Senior Architectural Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team and provide technical leadership across our U.S. data center portfolio. This unique role combines profound architectural expertise with client-facing leadership, allowing you to influence design strategy, delivery excellence, and technical differentiation on some of the industry's most demanding programs. The opportunity is available nationwide, fitting seamlessly into a Jacobs office location.

Technical Leadership & Design Excellence

In this pivotal role, you will act as a senior architectural authority across multiple programs. You will guide design quality and consistency, ensuring we advance Jacobs' architectural standards for mission-critical facilities. Your responsibilities will include shaping upfront planning strategies with hyperscale clients, leading site and building design, and driving innovation in modularization, envelope systems, sustainability, and integrated building systems while ensuring compliance with building codes and coordination across disciplines.

Strategic & Client Impact

As a visible technical leader, you will represent Jacobs' design expertise in client engagements, industry forums, and strategic pursuits. Working closely with business development and delivery teams, your technical insights and design leadership will be essential in securing complex, high-value data center programs.

Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing

This role is critical for fostering Jacobs' architectural talent. You will mentor architects within the data center practice, contribute to internal and external thought leadership, and bolster Jacobs' presence in professional and industry organizations.

Program Support & Delivery

To balance strategy and hands-on involvement, you will support design reviews, quality assurance, and construction administration across several concurrent projects. This position requires adept management of multiple priorities while maintaining technical rigor in fast-paced, schedule-driven environments.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in ArchitectureLicensed Architect (RA)20+ years of architectural experience, with 15+ years in mission-critical or data center environmentsExpertise in site planning, building envelope systems, modular construction, and BIM coordinationStrong knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards, and sustainability frameworksProven creativity in applying technical innovation to resolve complex client challengesPreferred Experience

Expertise in hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data center programsLEED, WELL, or other sustainability certificationsExperience in designing high-security and high-resiliency facilitiesExperience in construction phase technical support and vendor coordinationWork Environment

Primarily office-based with occasional travel to data center sites and client locations.Travel up to 25% based on project and business needs.On-call availability for critical design support or client engagements.The base salary range for this position is $191,300.00 to $263,000.00, with individual pay determined by work location and other factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education.