Architect/Specifications Manager - Aviation

Market

Transportation

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.

Your impact

This position will be as part of a joint venture team, and the selected candidate will be hired by Jacobs, one of the JV partners, or a teaming partner.

Our onsite Program Management team in Chicago, IL is looking to add an experienced and collaborative Specifications Writer in support of a multi-billion-dollar airport capital Redevelopment Program. The redevelopment will occur in the middle of an active airport and the existing terminal and concourses will remain operational while the new facility is built in place in a phased approach. This position allows for the opportunity to be a major contributor to the growth of one of the busiest airports in the world as part of the program management team.

When you join us you'll be responsible for:

• Develop, update, and manage master specifications for all disciplines, ensuring alignment with program goals, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and update design standards and guidelines to support the program's objectives and ensure consistent quality across all projects.
• Collaborate with Subject Mater Experts (SME)'s across various disciplines to help guide the creation and update of standards and specifications
• Standardize specifications to ensure consistency across all projects in the program.
• Ensure specifications comply with FAA standards, local building codes, and other applicable regulations and requirements from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).
• Conduct regular reviews and audits of project specifications to ensure adherence to master specifications.
• Collaborate with design teams, project managers, and stakeholders in the development and update of standards and specifications.
• Serve as a subject matter expert during design reviews and project planning sessions.
• Provide guidance and training to project teams on specification usage and updates.
• Monitor industry trends and implement updates to enhance program outcomes.
• Resolve specification-related issues during design and construction phases.
• Other duties, as assigned.

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.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in developing and managing specifications for large-scale infrastructure or capital development projects, preferably in aviation.
• Proficiency with tools like MasterSpec, SpecLink, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with FAA design standards, local building codes, and industry specifications best practices.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills to handle complex projects and multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work onsite full-time at O'Hare International Airport with the program management team.

Ideally, you'll also have:

• Professional licensure (e.g., PE, RA) or CSI CDT/CCS certification.

Sponsorship is not available for this position

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

125,000.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

165,000.00

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.

Jacobs' 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, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 to $165,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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.

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