Insights for what's next

Explore practical perspectives that turn complex challenges and emerging trends into real-world outcomes.

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Andrew Bradshaw
Q&A

Driving efficiency: Design-build delivery is shaping the future of infrastructure

Design-build project delivery combines design and construction into one streamlined process—resulting in faster schedules, better collaboration and cost-effective outcomes. In this Q&A, Jacobs Design Manager Andrew Bradshaw shares how this integrated approach is reshaping infrastructure projects across North America, and how collaboration and innovation are unlocking better outcomes for communities.

Andrew Bradshaw
Twilight landscape with wind turbines silhouetted against a colorful sky and reflected in calm water
Thought Leadership

Accelerating renewable energy projects in Australia

Australia is aiming for 82% renewable electricity by 2030. Success depends on navigating approvals, overcoming technical challenges and addressing community concerns while maintaining financial and environmental viability.

A Q&A with Galina Leiphart
Q&A

A view on the future of transportation: A Q&A with Galina Leiphart

Transportation infrastructure is the backbone of society, enabling efficient movement of people and goods, fostering economic growth, and enhancing quality of life by connecting communities and supporting sustainable development. In this Q&A, Jacobs Market Growth Director for Transportation in the U.S. West Central geography, Galina Leiphart, shares her view on the trends impacting today’s transportation infrastructure, what clients are focusing on and how we’re co-creating the world to come.

Galina Leiphart
A Q&A with Laura Rhodes
Q&A

Delivering critical flood and coastal resilience in the UK: A Q&A with Laura Rhodes

Over 5.2 million homes and properties in England face risks from flooding and coastal erosion. The Environment Agency has implemented strategies to mitigate these risks, including a £5.2 billon capital program, delivered primarily through the Collaborative Delivery Framework (CDF), part of the broader Next Generation Supplier Arrangements (NGSA). In this Q&A, Jacobs’ CDF Manager, Laura Rhodes, shares insights into the program’s critical role in improving infrastructure resilience and the key lessons she’s learned while collaborating with the Environment Agency.

Laura Rhodes
Q&A with Mara Campbell Highways & Bridges Market Director - Americas
Q&A

A view on the future of highways & bridges: A Q&A with Mara Campbell

Transportation infrastructure is the backbone of society, enabling efficient movement of people and goods, fostering economic growth, and enhancing quality of life by connecting communities and supporting sustainable development. In this Q&A, Jacobs Americas Market Director of Highways and Bridges Mara Campbell shares her take on the trends impacting today’s transportation infrastructure, what clients are focusing on, and how we’re co-creating the world to come.

Mara Campbell
A Q&A with Steve Pelham Transportation Market Director - Americas
Q&A

A view on the future of transportation: A Q&A with Steve Pelham

Transportation infrastructure is the backbone of society, enabling efficient movement of people and goods, fostering economic growth, and enhancing quality of life by connecting communities and supporting sustainable development. In this Q&A, Jacobs Director of Transportation for the Americas Steve Pelham shares his view on the trends impacting today’s transportation infrastructure, what clients are focusing on, and how we’re co-creating the world to come.

Steve Pelham
A Q&A with Dava Kaitala Heavy Rail Market Director - Americas
Q&A

A view on the future of heavy rail: A Q&A with Dava Kaitala

Rail is a vital component of our transportation infrastructure, yet the challenges we face in enhancing and maintaining it are more complex than ever. Leaders like Jacobs’ Americas Market Director for Heavy Rail, Dava Kaitala, are at the forefront, leveraging their extensive experience to drive transformational sustainability initiatives. In this Q&A, Dava explores the latest trends and opportunities in heavy rail and discusses how we can enhance rail infrastructure to support economic growth and environmental stewardship.

Dava Kaitala
A Q&A with Tim McKay Transit Market Director - Americas
Q&A

A view on the future of transit: A Q&A with Tim McKay

Public transportation systems, valued as some of the most equitable and sustainable modes of transportation, connect communities and help stimulate economic development. In this Q&A, Jacobs Americas Market Director for Transit Tim McKay talks about trends keeping rail & transit on track for the future, what clients are focusing on, and how we’re co-creating the world to come.

Tim McKay
A Q&A with Bryan Smith
Q&A

A view on the future of aviation: A Q&A with Bryan Smith

Airports are the gateway to one of the fastest modes of commercial transport, helping to carry people and packages to almost anywhere in the world. In this Q&A, Jacobs Aviation Architecture Principal, Bryan Smith, discusses evolving trends in airport terminal design, the priorities of our clients and the challenges we’re tackling.

Bryan M. Smith

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