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James Hampson
Q&A

From setup to success: Lessons in leading complex infrastructure programs

With more than 33 years of infrastructure experience across ten sectors and six countries, James Hampson is a leader and problem solver who thrives on tackling complex challenges and managing hundreds of billions of dollars in major programs across a cross-industry European portfolio. In this Q&A, we connect with James, our global executive program director, to gain his insights into the innovation, collaboration and business leadership needed for the future of program delivery.

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Thought Leadership

Driving resilience in the water sector: The role of organizational transformation

Water utilities face rising challenges, from aging infrastructure and climate change to growing demand and public scrutiny. Jenny Wright outlines a roadmap for organizational transformation through long-term strategic planning, smarter capital investment and a proactive owner-operator approach—empowering utilities to become more resilient, efficient and future-ready.

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Webinar

Preparing for LCRI compliance in 2025 and beyond: Key requirements, funding strategies and proactive approaches

With the U.S. EPA’s final Lead and Copper Rule Improvements (LCRI) now in effect, water systems in the U.S. must prepare for compliance while adapting to evolving federal policies. Join Jacobs for a timely discussion on the key LCRI requirements, funding opportunities and how potential regulatory shifts could impact water systems nationwide. This webinar will feature a case study on the City of Wilmington’s proactive approach, including their inventory process, service line replacement program and compliance tap sampling efforts. Our experts will also explore funding strategies and actionable steps to help water systems stay on track for the LCRI compliance deadline in November 2027. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights, explore funding options and strengthen your LCRI strategy in an evolving regulatory landscape. Moderators: Russell Ford, Global Solutions Director, Drinking Water & Reuse – Jacobs Speakers: Kelly Slabicki, Water Division Contractor – Department of Public Works, Wilmington, Delaware Michael Matichich, Economic & Financial Consulting Team Lead – Jacobs Lauren Wasserstrom, National Practice Leader for Lead and Copper Rule Compliance – Jacobs Tugba Akgun, Northeast Practice Leader for Lead and Copper Rule Compliance – Jacobs Download the presentation slide deck (PDF, 3.86 MB)

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Q&A

Shaping tomorrow’s skylines with safety as the foundation: Meet Abdul Asghar

Tell us about your career journey so far. I started working in the U.K. before branching out to projects in Europe and Asia for about 10 years. I earned my qualifications in health and safety and then moved into the role of a Construction Design Management (CDM) professional. I began my HSE career in 2015 after obtaining my National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) General Certificate. Over the next decade, I worked as a CDM professional delivering projects across Europe, the U.K. and Asia. I served as a client advisor and principal contractor advisor but primarily worked as a principal designer. That’s where I discovered my passion for HSE in design. In January 2024, I joined Jacobs Middle East as part of the HSE team, working full time as HSE in design lead on the King Salman International Airport project. What does your role involve? My role is to integrate our BeyondZero values into the design process. That means executing the design phase through a safety lens — considering how assets will be built, how people will move through and interact with it, where risks may arise, and how we can mitigate them from the start. It’s about ensuring what we deliver is safe to build, operate and use. What benefits does a client get from HSE in design? The biggest benefit is confidence. Clients know that Jacobs’ designs not only meet but exceed health, safety and environmental performance. It’s not just about providing a report —

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Q&A with Sophia Lee
Q&A

Building the future, one green brick at a time: A Q&A with Sophia Lee

Sophia Lee, an eco-architect at Jacobs, reveals how certifications like LEED and WELL are not just acronyms but the secret sauce to sustainable success. In this Q&A, she discusses her role in advancing sustainable building practices and certifications. Read more to find out how she's turning blueprints into green dreams.

Sophia Lee
Q&A with Shelley Kalms
Q&A

Reflecting on 1 year with Jacobs: A Q&A with Shelley Kalms

Our Chief Information Officer, Shelley Kalms, is celebrating her first-year anniversary at Jacobs – joining during a transformative time for the company and striving for excellence and growth ever since. Passionate about technology enablement and transformation to improve business outcomes, Shelley is committed to taking Jacobs to new heights.

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Q&A with Edward Morris
Q&A

A view on the future of programmatic asset management: A Q&A with Edward Morris

Success in major programs depends on assembling the right team, especially big-picture problem solvers. With over 20 years of experience in strategic asset and portfolio management, Edward Morris shares insights on how a programmatic asset management approach transformed the TEAM2100 project into an industry pathfinder.

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    Co-creating the world to come

    From developing climate resilience and transitioning to a low-carbon future, to modernizing and transforming infrastructure, governments and businesses face critical challenges. How they respond will define our future.

    As our clients navigate these challenges, we help them think differently – working together to pioneer tomorrow's infrastructure solutions and build the foundations for a prosperous, secure future. 

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