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Jacobs CEO Bob Pragada: Positioned across the entire infrastructure ecosystem
Jacobs appoints Cheryl Lim as chief human resources officer
Jacobs reports strong fiscal second quarter 2026 results
Jacobs ranks No.1 on ENR’s 2026 Top 500 Design Firms list
Jacobs reports fiscal first quarter 2024 earnings
First Quarter Revenue up 9.5% Year-Over-Year People and Places Solutions Revenue up 10.9% Year-Over-Year Reported EPS up 28% Year-Over-Year; Adjusted EPS up 28% Year-Over-Year 1 Reported $418M in Cash Flow from Operations; Repurchased $100M in Shares Announced 11.5% Quarterly Dividend Increase Reiterates Fiscal 2024 Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EPS Outlook DALLAS, Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs Solutions Inc. (NYSE: J) today announced its financial results for the fiscal first quarter ended December 29, 2023. Q1 2024 Highlights: Revenue of $4.2 billion up 9.5% y/y; adjusted net revenue 1 increased 7.0% y/y and up 5.4% in constant currency 1 Backlog 1 of $29.6 billion, up 4.7% y/y; gross profit in backlog 1 up 6.1% y/y EPS of $1.37, up 28% y/y; adjusted EPS from continuing operations 1 of $2.02, up 28% y/y, which includes a $0.49/share non-cash deferred tax benefit and ($0.09)/share non-cash inventory write down Strong cash flow from operations of $418 million; continue to expect greater than 100% fiscal year adjusted free cash flow conversion 1 Jacobs' CEO Bob Pragada commented, "We kicked off fiscal 2024 with strong performance, underpinned by robust organic revenue growth in our People and Places Solutions (P&PS) business, reflecting the broad-based strength that we see in global infrastructure and sustainability investment. We are diligently working to create a leaner operating model that delivers higher growth, higher margin value for our stakeholders by focusing on disciplined execution and project delivery excellence. Aligned with our position as a global leader in science-based, digitally-enabled solutions, our
Jacobs increases quarterly dividend
The Board of Directors of Jacobs (NYSE:J) has declared a quarterly cash dividend payable to shareholders in the amount of $0.29 per share of Jacobs common stock, an increase of 11.5% from its previous quarterly dividend of $0.26. This dividend will be paid on March 22, 2024, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on Feb. 23, 2024.
Jacobs awarded $132 million UK Ministry of Defence research and technology contract
Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected to supply research and technology services to the United Kingdom's naval nuclear propulsion program.
Jacobs earns top score in human rights campaign foundation’s corporate equality index for fifth consecutive year
Jacobs has yet again earned a top score in the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index. The Equality 100 top score rating on the 2023-2024 index supports our efforts to create a culture where inclusion is about tangible action that drives meaningful, measurable change in our company and the communities we serve. Read more about this recognition and how we’re creating a more inclusive culture in this article.
Jacobs to manage sustainable transport program for Ireland's National Transport Authority
Jacobs has been selected by the National Transport Authority (NTA) in Ireland as consultant for the BusConnects Cork Sustainable Transport Corridors program, planned to connect communities and enhance mobility in Cork, Ireland's second largest city.
Jacobs to hold its fiscal first quarter 2024 earnings conference call and webcast
DALLAS, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) plans to release its fiscal first quarter 2024 earnings results before market open on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, and will host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. ET, during which management will make a presentation focusing on the company's results and operating trends.
Develop skills for life: 9 unbeatable reasons to pursue an apprenticeship with Jacobs
Whether you're just starting out, upskilling, or looking for a career change, a U.K. apprenticeship combines “hands on” practical work experience with training and study, enabling you to apply what you learn. Many apprenticeships are a great opportunity for those looking for their first role after leaving full-time education. There is greater choice than ever at Jacobs with the range of apprenticeships we offer across the U.K. Our business and the world need innovators and problem solvers who aren’t afraid to reframe the challenge and think differently to help create and deliver the right solutions. Our apprenticeships provide core and practical skills that will help shape and create a generation of leaders that can solve for the future — design thinkers, innovators, collaborators and communicators. #OurJacobs apprentices work across our business supporting a variety of projects, major programs, corporate functions and our research and development facilities. We recruited over 100 new apprentices in 2023 in the U.K. and aim to grow that number further in 2024. Across the country, we have apprenticeship opportunities ranging from entry level to degree level in a wide variety of disciplines including Civil Engineering, Town Planning, Quantity Surveying, Maintenance & Operations Engineering, Project Management, and many more. “Helping us to develop the next generation of professionals, our apprenticeships in the U.K. enable our future talent to build important, practical skills in the workplace and unlock some really diverse and exciting career opportunities,” says Jacobs Senior Vice President Kate Kenny. “By attracting and retaining the best
Jacobs designs award-winning R&D headquarters for CRISPR Therapeutics
At Jacobs, we’re redefining how people interact at work by creating connected, flexible workplace interiors. Recognizing the impact of design on the human experience, the New England International Interior Design Association Award winner this year is the Jacobs-designed CRISPR Therapeutics Research & Development Headquarters. Read more about our design of the award-winning project in this article.
Lessons from Essex: Driving air quality awareness with theater and technology
Jacobs develops a new interactive website to help communities in Essex learn more about reducing their emissions and protecting themselves from poor air quality. Read more about the work and how it's raising awareness and encouraging positive behavioral change in this article.
Building a bridge to a brighter future
Earlier this year, we partnered with the non-profit Bridges to Prosperity to build a suspended footbridge across the Kamiranzomvu River in Rwanda to provide safe, year-round access for the surrounding communities, empowering them to end poverty due to rural isolation.
Jacobs appointed as Sunwater's engineering and professional services partner
Jacobs, as part of the Prosperity Joint Venture with AECOM, has been appointed as Engineering and Professional Services Partner by Sunwater Limited, a bulk water service provider in Queensland, Australia.
Jacobs-designed SunTrax project wins 2023 ENR Southeast Region Best Project Award for transportation research
At Jacobs we’re fostering innovation of emerging transportation technologies through design. Engineering News-Record recognized the Jacobs-designed SunTrax facility as a 2023 Southeast Region Best Project. Read more about our design of the award-winning project in this article.