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Higher Education Architecture Practice Leader
Jacobs
Lead and expand Jacobs' higher-education architecture practice in Texas and western U.S.
2d ago
$205,600 - $321,250
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Austin, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
45,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture & interiors
Construction
Engineering
Environmental
Information technology
Integrated Project Services
Operations & Maintenance
Planning
Sector Specialisms
Advanced Manufacturing
Cities & Places
Energy
Environmental
National Security & Defense
Life Sciences
Transportation
Water
Role
What you would be doing
project management
risk management
client communication
business development
proposal development
practice leadership
- Ensure contract obligations are met, and risks are effectively managed
- Foster a collaborative, high-performing project team culture
- Lead and grow our Higher Education practice, primarily in Texas, with a focus on the West Central region
- Facilitate communication plans and conduct regular status reviews with clients and teams
- Develop and maintain strong internal and external client networks
- Collaborate with sales teams to leverage university relationships and drive business development
- Provide strong team leadership to drive value, efficiency, and client satisfaction
- Oversee project financials, schedules, staffing, and quality assurance
- Identify and elevate premier design opportunities in the market
- Set and manage client expectations through surveys and milestone check-ins
- Participating in Go/No-Go decisions and strategic planning
- Serve as the operational and delivery lead for the higher education market sector
- Shape the strategic direction of the practice across various western geographies, including California, Oregon, Idaho, and Washington
- Lead proposal development, interviews, and team formation for RFPs and RFQs
What you bring
ncarb
master’s
registered architect
10+ years
project management
research labs
- 10+ years designing and delivering innovative complex technical design projects for higher education clients including research laboratories (engineering, health science, biology, chemistry, etc.)
- NCARB certificate holder
- Master’s degree
- Bachelor’s degree in architecture and licensure as a Registered Architect (AIA)
- Deep understanding of university client dynamics and the ability to navigate complex relationships
- Experience leading 15-20 large higher education projects in the $30-50 million range, with several exceeding $250 million
- Hands-on leader with full life cycle project management experience and established university client relationships
- Senior Project Managers with recent, relevant university projects and strong client relationships who are ready to step into a leadership role will also be considered.
- Proven leadership experience in the higher education sector, including managing a sizable practice and strong name recognition among university executives
- Background in Science and Research facilities— Jacobs’ primary focus in the higher education space is on complex technical projects, including research laboratories, clean rooms, and other engineering-driven solutions. that our architects and engineers work so well together on.
- 10+ years of management involving direct client contact and full responsibility for projects, with examples of new construction project delivery from design through construction
- 10+ years of experience working as a licensed project architect
- In Texas alone, we have over 200 professionals ready to deploy on higher education projects, plus 150 architects across the West with direct higher education experience
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Company
Overview
Founded 1947
Year Established
The firm was established in 1947 by Joseph J. Jacobs as a small engineering venture.
Revenue $14–16B
Annual Revenue Range
The company generates annual revenue between $14 billion and $16 billion.
Backlog $22B
Backlog Value
The firm maintains a robust backlog of approximately $22 billion.
Rank #1 ENR
Top 500 Rank
The company consistently ranks at the top of ENR's Top 500 Design Firms list.
- Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services.
- Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants.
- Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors.
- Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units.
- Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal.
- Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.
- We do things right. We always act with integrity – taking responsibility for our work, caring for our people and staying focused on safety and sustainability. We make investments in our clients, people and communities, so we can grow together.
- We challenge the accepted. We know that to create a better future, we must ask difficult questions. We always stay curious and are not afraid to try new things.
- We aim higher. We do not settle – always looking beyond to raise the bar and deliver with excellence. We are committed to our clients by bringing innovative solutions that lead to profitable growth and shared success.
- We live inclusion. We put people at the heart of our business. We embrace different perspectives, collaborating to make a positive impact. Through an unparalleled focus on inclusion with a diverse team of visionaries, thinkers and doers, we build trust – in each other and across our company.
100% Renewable Energy
Sustainability Achievement
Achieved 100% renewable energy and net-zero carbon emissions for operations (Scopes 1, 2, and business travel) in 2020, aligned with the PAS 2060 standard.
61% Emissions Reduction
GHG Reduction Milestone
Reduced total value-chain GHG emissions by 61% by FY 22 (from FY 19 baseline) to 130,232 tCO₂e, maintaining net-zero for Scopes 1, 2, and travel emissions after offsets and certificates.
$50/tonne CO₂e
Carbon Pricing Initiative
Introduced carbon pricing of $50 USD per tonne CO₂e on business travel, with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
65% Suppliers Target
Supplier Sustainability Commitment
Committed to ensuring 65% of suppliers by spend have science-based targets by 2025.
- Committed to becoming carbon negative for operations and travel by 2030.
- Science-based target for full value-chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
- Joined The Climate Pledge: carbon-neutral by 2040, a decade ahead of Paris Agreement.
- Introduced carbon pricing ($50 USD per tonne CO₂e) on business travel with generated revenue funding carbon reduction initiatives.
- Launched inaugural sustainability-linked bonds in FY 23 tied to gender equality (UN SDG 5/10) and climate action (UN SDG 13).
- Climate Action Plan: ensure every project becomes a climate-response opportunity; maintain carbon neutrality and 100% low-carbon electricity.
45%
Female or Ethnically Diverse Representation
45% of the Board of Directors are female or ethnically diverse.
63%
Diverse Executives
The Executive Leadership Team comprises 63% diverse members.
40%
Women in Leadership
40% of the Executive Leadership Team are women.
8 Networks
Employee Networks
Eight employee networks representing diverse groups within the company.
- To be the employer of choice and recognized globally for attracting diverse talent where inclusion is our differentiator in bringing innovative thought and solutions to our clients.
- Create an environment where diverse employees want to join, feel they belong and will thrive.
- Underwent full pay equity review annually, with budget allocated to rectify inequities in like‑for‑like roles.
- Instituted inclusion and diversity goals within senior leadership compensation metrics since FY 19.
- Committed to launching conscious inclusion training for all employees.
- Partnered with external organizations (e.g., NSBE, SHPE, Catalyst) and recognized by HRC, Disability Equality Index, Times Top 50 Employers for Women, Australia WGEA Employer of Choice.
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