Telecommunications Project Lead

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Telecommunications Project Lead

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Base pay range

$91,400.00 / yr - $119,925.00 / yr

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.

We are looking for a Telecommunications Project Lead who thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and enjoys working closely with clients in the Data Center market.

As a Telecommunications Project Lead, you’ll provide technical design leadership of systems for data center buildings, including structured cabling, wireless, audio visual, and other low voltage systems. You may work on multiple concurrent projects and will be responsible for ensuring that projects are completed on time.

Responsibilities

Leading the BIM designers in preparation of engineering drawings.

Creating or modifying DIV 27 specifications.

Conducting site visits.

Reviewing technical documents.

Managing the relationship with internal and external stakeholders.

Coordinating with other disciplines, project managers, and clients.

Qualifications

Technical or associate’s degree from an accredited institution.

Minimum 4 years’ experience actively designing or leading designs for Telecommunications structured cabling systems.

Thorough knowledge of ANSI / TIA and BICSI standards.

Thorough knowledge of NFPA 70 and its application to telecommunications structured cabling systems.

Familiarity working with Navisworks.

Excellent project management skills.

Experience responding to RFPs.

Experience creating a budget for a project.

Experience creating and maintaining a project schedule.

Experience identifying and mitigating company risk.

Credential as an RCDD or ability to attain it within one year of being hired.

Preferred

Experience working on other low voltage systems (security, audio / visual, wireless).

Electrical Engineering degree or related discipline.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services and IT Consulting

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.

You will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and company stock purchase 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, 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.

Job posted on November 04, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in‑person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with a hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices / projects and remote locations.

If you require reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.

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