Insights for what's next

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

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Thought Leadership

Delivering critical infrastructure programs: 4 ways to build high-performing teams

Major projects and programs are large complex multi-problem-solving endeavors, which are increasingly required to efficiently address the risks associated with our aging infrastructure, changing societal needs and the multi-faceted challenges of a changing climate. Jacobs Program Director Darren Milsom introduces his approach for the development of high-performing teams to deliver these major infrastructure projects and programs.

Darren Milsom
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Thought Leadership

The future of airport decarbonization: Key insights from landside electric vehicle strategy with Heathrow Airport

Pioneering airports globally are tackling the rising complexity and uncertainties of transitioning to new forms of energy within the decarbonization challenge, and electric vehicles are a critical starting point for success. Capability Lead for Future Mobility, Alec Curley, and Senior Associate Director of Transport Planning, Hermann Maier, share five critical insights from their Landside Electric Vehicle strategy with Heathrow Airport Limited.

Change the world? Challenge accepted.
Q&A

Changing the world: How James Chae accepted the challenge

Delivering for tomorrow means getting creative today to upksill and find the talent of the future. James Chae shares his experience growing our talent pool and attracting the next generation of dreamers, thinkers and doers.

James Chae
Q&A

Why I wear the “J” with Peter Lalas

Our longest-tenured employee, Peter Lalas, shares how the company has evolved, his work on the Ted Williams Tunnel project and why he stays at Jacobs – even after 55 years.

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Q&A

A view on the future of ports & maritime: A Q&A with Duncan Kopp

Ports & Maritime facilities are essential for global trade, economic development, and supply chain efficiency. In this Q&A, Jacobs’ Americas Market Director for Ports & Maritime Duncan Kopp talks about trends and opportunities that are keeping this complex industry afloat.

Duncan Kopp
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A view on the future of resources: A Q&A with Sara Adly

The mining industry contributes around 10% of the world’s GDP. The global mining equipment market is projected to reach $121.4 billion by 2026. These statistics, a surge in demand for critical minerals linked to the energy transition and a drive to achieve net zero by 2030 demonstrate the industry’s importance in shaping a more sustainable future. Jacobs Market Director for Resources in Australia and New Zealand Sara Adly gives her perspective on how digital technologies are enhancing operational efficiency and talks about the solutions we’re co-creating with clients to navigate complex challenges and transform tomorrow.

Sara Adly
A Q&A with Chris McCarthy
Q&A

A view on the future of ecotoxicity: A Q&A with Chris McCarthy

The magnitude and breadth of the PFAS challenge are increasing. Successful remediation hinges on measuring and understanding the chemical cost and effect of these toxins, and Senior Principal Technologist Chris McCarthy is leading the way. Read on to learn more about his industry-leading insights.

Chris McCarthy
Change the world? Challenge accepted.
Q&A

Changing the world: How Cheryl McNall accepted the challenge

If nothing changes in aviation, the International Civil Aviation Organization predicts the sector’s CO2 emissions will triple by 2050. U.K.-based Cheryl McNall, Global Solutions Director for Aviation, shares how we’re helping airports prepare for the future by facilitating collaboration and co-creation, setting up hydrogen-powered ground fleets and simply put – sharing our track record of experience. Read how Cheryl accepted the challenge.

Cheryl McNall

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