Director of Electrical Procurement (Data Center)

Director Of Electrical Procurement

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

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow. Our teams deliver innovative solutions for clients developing the next generation of advanced manufacturing facilities, semiconductors, data centers, life sciences campuses, and other mission-critical infrastructure projects around the world.

We're looking for a Director of Electrical Procurement to support our multi-billion-dollar data center projects.

In this role you'll be a hands-on director owning end-to-end electrical procurement (materials and trade) across two multi-billion-dollar data center campuses. You set strategy and execute it—personally driving negotiations, clearing issues, and delivering equipment and installation capacity on schedule and budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Own sourcing, negotiation, and contracting for critical electrical equipment (switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, PDUs, busway, cable, etc.).

• Lead procurement of electrical trade packages, including bid strategy, contractor selection, and contract administration.

• Develop and execute capacity plans to mitigate long-lead risk across both campuses.

• Partner with design, construction, and commissioning teams to align procurement with project schedules.

• Personally manage high-value deals, supplier performance, expediting, and escalations that threaten cost or schedule.

• Track and report on electrical procurement status, cost, and risk.

Here's what you'll need

• 12+ years of procurement or commercial experience on large capital projects.
• Direct experience procuring electrical equipment and/or electrical trade packages for data centers or mission-critical facilities.
• Proven ability to operate as a hands-on director who personally drives outcomes, not just manages a team.
• Strong commercial judgment, negotiation skills, and understanding of data center electrical systems and construction sequencing.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Multi-billion-dollar data center program experience.
• Existing relationships with major electrical OEMs and contractors.
• Experience with both OFCI equipment and electrical subcontract procurement on the same projects.

Our 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, 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 $178,200.00 to $250,000.00. 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. Job posted on October 28, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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

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