<p>Market</p> <p>Energy</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Your impact</p> <p>Jacobs is seeking a seasoned Construction Project Director to lead the delivery of complex thermal power generation projects from early planning through commissioning. This role provides strategic direction, operational oversight, and leadership for large-scale construction programs involving natural gas-fired power plants, simple or combined-cycle facilities, reciprocating engine plants, and other thermal generation assets.</p> <p>The Construction Project Director is accountable for ensuring that all construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory, environmental, and client requirements. You will serve as the senior on-site authority for power plant construction execution, driving performance across multidisciplinary teams and ensuring alignment with project objectives, budgets, and schedules.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Provide executive-level leadership for all construction phases, including site development, civil works, structural installation, mechanical systems, electrical and controls integration, and commissioning support. </li><li>Oversee day-to-day construction operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards, QA/QC procedures, environmental regulations, and project specifications. </li><li>Own all construction activities and outcomes to meet project and client expectations. Proactively address challenges, bottlenecks, or foreseeable risks to avoid impact on agreed project milestones. </li><li>Lead and mentor project managers, field engineers, superintendents, and construction support staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. </li><li>Drive strategy with respect to contractor scope, division of responsibilities, contractor qualification and selection, execution innovation, integrated purchasing, and work front planning to meet client schedule, cost, and quality expectations. </li><li>Manage contractor performance, including contract administration, scope alignment, change management, and dispute resolution. </li><li>Serve as the primary interface with clients, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and strong relationship management throughout the project lifecycle. </li><li>Direct development and execution of project plans, budgets, schedules, risk registers, and progress reporting to ensure predictable project outcomes. </li><li>Identify and mitigate construction risks, proactively resolving issues related to schedule delays, cost impacts, technical challenges, and resource constraints. </li><li>Ensure seamless coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to support integrated project delivery. </li><li>Champion Jacobs' BeyondZero safety culture by enforcing safe work practices, conducting site audits, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and industry-specific safety standards. </li><li>Provide input into wider Jacobs business development efforts by contributing to pursuit strategies, client presentations, constructability reviews, and project execution strategies. #LI-CC1 #epjobs #naepjobs </li></ul> <p>Location - Greenville, South Carolina preferred. However will consider any Jacobs office location NATIONWIDE</p> <p>Here's what you'll need</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management, or equivalent combination of education and extensive natural gas or thermal power construction experience. </li><li>15+ years of progressive experience managing large-scale greenfields and brownfields power generation construction projects, including direct oversight of complex field construction activities. </li><li>Prior leadership of >500 million dollar power plant construction programs under an EPC or EPCM contract structure </li><li>Demonstrated expertise in thermal power plant systems, including gas turbines, reciprocating engine generators, heat recovery systems, emissions control technologies, balance-of-plant systems, and associated electrical and controls infrastructure. </li><li>Strong working knowledge of site development, civil and structural construction, fast-track deployment solutions, industrial mechanical and fuel systems, medium and high-voltage electrical systems, and integrated control systems. </li><li>Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple subcontractors in a fast-paced, schedule-driven environment. </li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills, with the ability to build trust and maintain long-term relationships. </li><li>Deep understanding of construction safety programs, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Experience with digital construction tools, advanced work packaging, and modern project controls systems. </li><li>Experience in data center construction and/or development </li></ul> <p>Posted Salary Range: Minimum</p> <p>215,800.00</p> <p>Posted Salary Range: Upper</p> <p>350,000.00</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The base salary range for this position is $215,800.00 to $350,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.</p> <p>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 March 11, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.</p> <p>At Jacobs, we're partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you'll commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.</p> <p>Locations</p> <p>CityStateCountryDenverColoradoUnited StatesHoustonTexasUnited StatesDallasTexasUnited StatesChicagoIllinoisUnited StatesPhiladelphiaPennsylvaniaUnited StatesMiamiFloridaUnited StatesCharlotteNorth CarolinaUnited StatesAustinTexasUnited StatesFort WorthTexasUnited StatesGreenvilleSouth CarolinaUnited States</p>