Events and Special Initiatives Specialist - Global Business Units

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.

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The Global Business Units (GBU) Events and Special Initiatives Specialist is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination and execution of events and special initiatives that foster engagement, collaboration and growth for the organization and end markets. This role focuses on creating memorable experiences and driving the success of various programs and initiatives that support the Federal & Environment, Advanced Facilities and Energy & Power businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Planning and Coordination
• Develop and maintain a process for a comprehensive events program in the GBUs aligned with business objectives and marketing goals, in consultation with business unit operations and sales leaders.
• Create comprehensive event playbooks and standards in line with Jacobs’ global events program to ensure consistent brand experience across identified priority brand and market expansion events.
• Personally plan and execute market expansion events, including annual tier 1 and 2 conferences, client/partner events, thought leadership roundtables and other brand-building activities.
• Provide strategic guidance and enablement tactics to regional teams executing technical and webinars ensuring consistent brand experiences.
• Develop and manage event timelines and budgets, ensuring all tasks are completed on schedule and within allocated funding, with a focus on maximizing impact while increasing efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to elevate our brand presence at industry events worldwide and execute on Jacobs’ participation in premier industry tradeshows and conferences.
• Build and maintain relationships with global partners, sponsors, and industry influencers.
• Develop metrics frameworks to measure event success across markets and drive continuous improvement, including pre and post-event lead generation in Salesforce.
• Coordinate logistics such as venue selection, catering, securing Jacobs housing blocks, exhibit booth needs, registrations, design needs, and onsite support as needed.
• Collaborate with all necessary Jacobs’ corporate functions and business (e.g., marketing, sales, finance, procurement) partners to ensure approvals and event compliance due diligence approvals are in place and communicated.
• Work with support partners to facilitate and manage payments with organizations, associations and Jacobs’ internal Accounting team.
• Communication and Promotion
• Draft and distribute event invitations, promotional materials, including advertisements, exhibit materials and social media blasts, and event reminders through various communication channels.
• Be the main point of contact for GBU conferences and events, working directly with members of our internal end market teams to interface with conference and organization coordinators.
• Maintain and update event information on the Marketing & Communications team SharePoint and other repositories as needed.
• Engage with participants and stakeholders to gather feedback and improve future events.
• Reporting and Analysis
• Track and analyze event metrics and participant feedback to measure success against lead-generation metrics and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on event outcomes and special initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of event contracts and expenses and ensure budget compliance.
• General Support
• Event travel may be required (5-10%) to provide onsite support for logistics and collaboration. Travel may be over weekends and after business hours.
• Be an advocate for the Jacobs brand and guidelines, both in visual representation and written communications.
• Stay informed on industry trends and best practices to bring fresh ideas to the team, including for events, conferences, social media, email marketing and other areas as identified.
• Assist with other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Global Business Unit Marketing & Communications team.
• Social media and content support
• Integration with website and sales teams
  
  
  

If you’re a motivated individual with a keen interest in creating impactful events, driving special initiatives, and is willing to jump in with us to do what it takes to get the job done, we invite you to apply and be a key contributor to our team’s success.

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.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related degree.
• Located in the United States and eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Proven track record of establishing an events program and processes that facilitate effective planning, coordination, lead generation and margin activities.
• Demonstrated experience with global business operations, cultural considerations and managing events across multiple time zones.
• Confident communicating with senior sales and operations leaders.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Is highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Can manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively without day-to-day oversight.
• Is a proactive problem solver with a positive attitude.
• Enjoys working collaboratively in a global team environment.
• Is tech-savvy and comfortable using digital tools and platforms and learning new ones.
• Has ability to lift and transport event materials as needed.
  
  
  

Ideally, here's what you'll have

• Prior experience with federal, environment, energy, pharmaceutical and data center events.
• Located in the Central or Eastern time zone.
  
  
  

Posted Salary Range Minimum

78,800.00

Posted Salary Range Upper

119,130.00

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 $78,800.00 to $119,130.00. 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.