Construction Project Director u2013 Thermal Power ...

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 largeu2011scale construction programs involving natural gas-fired power plants, simple or combinedu2011cycle facilities, reciprocating engine plants, and other thermal generation assets.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 onu2011site authority for power plant construction execution, driving performance across multidisciplinary teams and ensuring alignment with project objectives, budgets, and schedules.Key Responsibilities Provide executiveu2011level leadership for all construction phases, including site development, civil works, structural installation, mechanical systems, electrical and controls integration, and commissioning support. Oversee dayu2011tou2011day construction operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards, QA/QC procedures, environmental regulations, and project specifications. 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. Lead and mentor project managers, field engineers, superintendents, and construction support staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 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. Manage contractor performance, including contract administration, scope alignment, change management, and dispute resolution. Serve as the primary interface with clients, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders, ensuring transparent communication and strong relationship management throughout the project lifecycle. Direct development and execution of project plans, budgets, schedules, risk registers, and progress reporting to ensure predictable project outcomes. Identify and mitigate construction risks, proactively resolving issues related to schedule delays, cost impacts, technical challenges, and resource constraints. Ensure seamless coordination between engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operations teams to support integrated project delivery. Champion Jacobsu2019 BeyondZero safety culture by enforcing safe work practices, conducting site audits, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and industryu2011specific safety standards. Provide input into wider Jacobs business development efforts by contributing to pursuit strategies, client presentations, constructability reviews, and project execution strategies. #LI-CC1 #epjobs #naepjobsLocation - Greenville, South Carolina preferred. However will consider any Jacobs office location NATIONWIDE Bacheloru2019s degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, Construction Management, or equivalent combination of education and extensive natural gas or thermal power construction experience. 15+ years of progressive experience managing largeu2011scale greenfields and brownfields power generation construction projects, including direct oversight of complex field construction activities. Prior leadership of >500 million dollar power plant construction programs under an EPC or EPCM contract structure Demonstrated expertise in thermal power plant systems, including gas turbines, reciprocating engine generators, heat recovery systems, emissions control technologies, balanceu2011ofu2011plant systems, and associated electrical and controls infrastructure. Strong working knowledge of site development, civil and structural construction, fast-track deployment solutions, industrial mechanical and fuel systems, medium and highu2011voltage electrical systems, and integrated control systems. Proven ability to lead crossu2011functional teams and manage multiple subcontractors in a fastu2011paced, scheduleu2011driven environment. Excellent communication, negotiation, and clientu2011facing skills, with the ability to build trust and maintain longu2011term relationships. Deep understanding of construction safety programs, regulatory compliance, and industry best practices.Preferred Qualifications Experience with digital construction tools, advanced work packaging, and modern project controls systems. Experience in data center construction and/or developmentJacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

Created: 2026-03-13