Mechanical Construction Manager Data Centers

Mechanical Construction Manager – (Data Centers) Base pay range

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At Jacobs, we’re not just building structures; we’re helping our clients innovate and grow by designing, engineering, and executing the construction of state‑of‑the‑art facilities that transform our world. We’re looking for an experienced and collaborative Mechanical Construction Manager to support our data center project in Baton Rouge, LA. You’ll take the lead on daily scheduling and planning activities at the project site, ensuring the right materials, equipment, and people are there to get the job done.

Most importantly, you’ll act to ensure the safety, health, and well‑being of your team and our planet. As a passionate leader, you’ll leverage people‑management skills to help your team discover what drives them, nurture their purpose, and guide them forward. Your role keeps our company connected, and we’ll support you with what you need to be successful. Bring your curiosity, passion for innovation, and talent for multi‑tasking in a fast‑paced environment.

We’ll help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what inspires you, so we can make big impacts on the world together.

• Conduct project meetings with contractors and stakeholders.
• Maintain official project documentation files and logs.
• Perform onsite activities, including inspections, walkdowns, and construction or field administration tasks.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, material certifications, and other project deliverables to support the end‑of‑project turnover process.
• Ensure all construction complies with design specifications and drawings.
• Support the project management team in change management and monthly invoicing processes.
• Track work in place and construction progression.
• Coordinate and manage daily tasks to support the progression of project schedule activities and accurate reporting.
• Build a cooperative partnership between the client, contractor, and all stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of project issues and overall project success.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering.
• At least 8 years of construction site experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pre‑design and pre‑construction, building systems/components and technology, contract management, project delivery methods, team building, and client relationship building.
• Knowledge of general construction activity sequencing and execution.
• Strong understanding of Mechanical and Plumbing systems and associated equipment.
• Experience with 3D modeling software and time physically present on active construction projects.
• Experience managing a project schedule.
• Knowledge of Quality Control and Quality Assurance testing/reporting.
• Experience with both pre‑dynamic and dynamic walkdown and start‑up processes.
• Knowledge of the commissioning and qualification process as it specifically relates to MEP systems.

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
• Data center construction experience.
• Knowledge and experience in Automatic Temperature Control (ATC), Building Automation Systems (BAS), and Process Controls systems such as Delta
  
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• Experience starting up equipment and systems and day‑to‑day management until project turnover.
• Experience implementing LEAN strategies and technologies in project execution, including Last Planner System (LPS), 5S Construction, and off‑site manufacturing (OSM).

Your health, well‑being, security, and future are our priorities. 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 offers unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave.

Certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock.

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 November 20, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.