Jacobs
Overview
This job description is for a Data Center Estimating Professional within Jacobs' Advanced Manufacturing team. The role focuses on estimating primarily for Data Centers, with involvement across multiple facilities including industrial, chemical, pulp & paper, general manufacturing, electric vehicles and pharmaceutical facilities. The base pay range is $102,900.00/yr - $135,075.00/yr. Location: This opportunity is available at any location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a Jacobs U.S. office, but the goal is to hire the best candidates regardless of location. Responsibilities
Develop and execute the strategy and plan for estimating activities that support the overall proposal strategy for project requirements. Foster working relationships with project team members to coordinate deliverables to estimating and provide guidance on project deliverables. Review and contribute to the interpretation of the request for proposal or project contract and help identify risk areas and participate in mitigation planning. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced design and estimating personnel. Support a global delivery approach by collaborating with Global Integrated Delivery teams to maximize design, digital technology, and support capabilities. Qualifications
Minimum of ten years progressive experience with increasing responsibility in an estimating role for industrial project execution or a project management role executing industrial projects in the field. Estimating and construction experience in Mechanical and Electrical disciplines in Data Centers. Experience with Cost-OS, Sage Estimating (Timberline) or similar estimating software platforms. Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and process, including quantity takeoff, crew development, productivity relationships, material quotations, contingency/risk, knowledge of markup structures and estimate documentation. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, project management or related technical field. Professional experience within the markets of either EV/Batteries or Specialty Chemicals. Proficient in quantitative risk analysis using software including @Risk and Monte Carlo. Experience with Aspen CCE or other parametric tools. Active membership in AACE, PMI, or similar association. Benefits & Compensation
Health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Some roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $135,075.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Other information
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 October 19, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. Jacobs supports hybrid working policy, enabling a mix of office/project and remote work where appropriate. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support. Employment details
Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting Referral information: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jacobs. Get notified about new Professional jobs in Little Rock, AR.
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This job description is for a Data Center Estimating Professional within Jacobs' Advanced Manufacturing team. The role focuses on estimating primarily for Data Centers, with involvement across multiple facilities including industrial, chemical, pulp & paper, general manufacturing, electric vehicles and pharmaceutical facilities. The base pay range is $102,900.00/yr - $135,075.00/yr. Location: This opportunity is available at any location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a Jacobs U.S. office, but the goal is to hire the best candidates regardless of location. Responsibilities
Develop and execute the strategy and plan for estimating activities that support the overall proposal strategy for project requirements. Foster working relationships with project team members to coordinate deliverables to estimating and provide guidance on project deliverables. Review and contribute to the interpretation of the request for proposal or project contract and help identify risk areas and participate in mitigation planning. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced design and estimating personnel. Support a global delivery approach by collaborating with Global Integrated Delivery teams to maximize design, digital technology, and support capabilities. Qualifications
Minimum of ten years progressive experience with increasing responsibility in an estimating role for industrial project execution or a project management role executing industrial projects in the field. Estimating and construction experience in Mechanical and Electrical disciplines in Data Centers. Experience with Cost-OS, Sage Estimating (Timberline) or similar estimating software platforms. Demonstrated understanding of estimating organizational structure and process, including quantity takeoff, crew development, productivity relationships, material quotations, contingency/risk, knowledge of markup structures and estimate documentation. Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, project management or related technical field. Professional experience within the markets of either EV/Batteries or Specialty Chemicals. Proficient in quantitative risk analysis using software including @Risk and Monte Carlo. Experience with Aspen CCE or other parametric tools. Active membership in AACE, PMI, or similar association. Benefits & Compensation
Health and welfare benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. Some roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $135,075.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and factors such as job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Other information
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 October 19, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment. Jacobs supports hybrid working policy, enabling a mix of office/project and remote work where appropriate. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support. Employment details
Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting Referral information: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jacobs. Get notified about new Professional jobs in Little Rock, AR.
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