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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We are looking for apassionate Construction Director, Technical Services who is excited about working on projects that enable the heart of our clients’ business. This position will report into our Life Science North America Construction team in teh Northeast area. Join us and you’ll have the chance to work on projects which include state-of-the-art industrial and commercial facilities. As an important team leader, you will participate as a member of our senior construction management team and be engaged in our construction-first execution model helping to facilitate construction oriented design delivery, stake‑holder coordination, construction execution, and construction execution support for technical and commercial aspects of the program including, but not limited to Safety, Financial, Technical, and ESG. Engaged with our multi-discipline, highly interactive teams, you will be a party to developing and delivering small- and large-scale capital projects. As a senior team leader in our organization, you’ll help others discover what drives them, nurturing their purpose and guiding them forward. Your role will keep our company

connected, and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful. But you’re not just a leader – you’re an achiever.

Working together, we’ll help you grow and pursue what fulfills you so that we can impact the future – big and small, global and local.

• Large EPCM delivery responsible for all technical and commercial aspects of the program including but not limited to Safety, Financial, Technical, ESG.
• Monthly financial reporting requirements and forecasts.
• Management and approval of all scope changes and/or additional scope additions by the client.
• Encourage project teams to seek opportunities to deliver superior customer value and earn client loyalty.
• Jacobs representation at meetings, presentations, and reviews relative to assigned projects.
• Program compliance with the contract agreements as well as rigid cost control for approved design within established budget restraints.
• Plan, direct, and coordinate program activities to ensure that project goals are achieved within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
• Establish work plan and staffing requirements for the program, driving for assignment of project personnel.
• Provides leadership for Site Construction Teams to ensure project progresses on program schedule and within prescribed program budget.
• Develop and maintain effective communications and working relationships with stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architectural/Engineering/Construction Management or industry relevant discipline; or equivalent years of experience in lieu of degree
• At least 15+ years of experience in industry relevant leadership roles, Project or Construction Management, preferably in the Biopharma/Life Science Industry
• Planning, project management, staff management, and/or business management experience is required
• Must have strong organizational and project management/leadership skills, able to effectively manage scope, schedule and budgets for large, complex projects.
• Master’s degree in an industry relevant discipline, Engineering, Project Management
• Construction Management or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferred

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $182,500.00 to $295,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on August 04, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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