Preconstruction Director (Data Centers)

Preconstruction DirectAt 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're looking for an experienced and collaborative Preconstruction Direct to drive growth and provide leadership for our global Data Center market. You'll support our Greenville, South Carolina office. As a passionate leader, you'll leverage your people management skills to help your team members discover what inspires them, nurturing their purpose and guiding them forward. Your role keeps our company connected and we'll support you with what you need to be successful. Bring your curiosity, talent for progressing multiple prospects, projects and initiatives to a fast-paced environment and we'll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what inspires you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together. Here's what you will be doing: Leading, directing, developing, communicating, and implementing strategic goals to the Data Center business unit. Reshape and create a construction operations team capable of executing EPCM and CM projects with the goal of expanding engineering-centric model to full project delivery. Setting the safety performance standard of the business unit Leading, guiding, directing and evaluating the work of the Construction leadership team. Identifying market trends and applications for existing and new technologies. Monitoring and supporting the pursuit of viable business opportunities for profitable growth. Support Business Development with new and prospective pursuits. Able to represent and lead in design-build pursuits that may involve construction partners to deliver with Jacobs as AE services provider. Driving the growth in gross margin as a percentage of revenue Supplying resources and training necessary to assess, screen, and develop business opportunities and optimize utilization of resources Developing strong relationships with internal and external clients, and with engineering and matrix counterparts Acting as a key participant in contract discussions Overseeing financial performance of projects & performance against established business plan Collaborating across lines of business and leadership/participation in various meetings and forums as necessary. Here's what you'll need: Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Construction Management, or in lieu of a degree, at least 10+ years' additional experience in positions with progressive accountability 20 years' construction delivery experience (Design Build, CM, PMCM, EPCM, lump-sum EPC work, etc.)Working knowledge of the sales process – including client presentations Breadth of experience in multiple markets including Electronics, Battery, Data Centers, EV Giga Factory, and Manufacturing International experience (desired but not required) Willingness to travel extensively as needed The base salary range for this position is $182,500.00 to $251,000.00. 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.