Major programs are growing in ambition and number. Answering this global challenge requires talent-filled and tech-stacked teams, inspired and empowered by innovative leaders. Jacobs has both with Rebecca Reynolds and her tunneling and ground engineering team — read on for her award-winning insights.

We recently spoke with our Team Leader for Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) in Australia and New Zealand, John Whittaker. During the conversation, John discussed the role of ITS in shaping the future of transportation and highlighted the challenges often faced when implementing ITS solutions.

In this feature, we interviewed our Security Technical Director in Australia and New Zealand, Greg Barry, who shared his insights on the most common mistakes organizations make regarding physical and cybersecurity. He also discussed the use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to detect and prevent threats and significant security threats to critical infrastructure and assets.

Strengthening our capabilities in water reuse practices and advanced treatment technologies, Melanie Holmer recently joined Jacobs as Global Water Reuse Principal and Vice President. Melanie brings more than 25 years of experience specializing in strategic planning, process selection, detailed design, program management and technical direction in drinking water, wastewater and water reuse. In this Q&A, Melanie talks about the state of water reuse, explores where it’s headed, and highlights innovations powering its progress today.

Go beyond bytes in this insightful Q&A with Raj Badhwar at Jacobs. Uncover how he navigates digital challenges, implements innovative solutions, and consistently secures our future in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and a vision for a safer tomorrow.

For this feature, we caught up with our Regional Aviation Technical Director, Middle East, Thomas Foster about the evolution of the aviation industry in the Middle East over the past few years, what key factors have contributed to its rapid growth and development and some of the upcoming aviation infrastructure developments and upgrades in the region.

As our clients navigate the dynamics of digital innovation and fight escalating cyber risks, Jacobs stands as one of the leaders, enhancing its digital capabilities, products and talent to provide improved value. Dive into this Q&A with Melanie Harrison, the Strategy Director for Federal Civilian Agencies. Explore her insights into steering growth and solutions within Jacobs’ data solutions offering.

Damian Carey, who oversees the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Headquarters consolidation program, relies on the innovation of his team and collaboration with the client to deliver rail and transit infrastructure. Get to know Damian, and more about how he’s helping keep people and goods moving, in this Q&A.

Jacobs Director of Water and Environment for Europe, Lee Pitcher, is one of the leaders in the water sector revolution. Here are the lessons from his 22-year-long, award-winning career that he’s using to accelerate the growth of Integrated Catchment Management, part of Jacobs’ OneWater approach and a proven framework for sustainable, socially-led success. Get to know Lee and his work in this Q&A.

Jacobs Head of Carbon and Circular Economy for Europe Amanda Lake, shares the key insights she’s learned from a 22-year-long career as a global leader in process emissions, climate mitigation and nature-based solutions. Get to know Amanda and her work in this Q&A.

In this Q&A meet Andrew Dunstone, a range safety engineer whose role is to help manage a test range in the Australian Outback the size of England.

For this feature, we had the opportunity to interview our Head of Aviation Digital to gain insights into the impact of digital technologies on the aviation industry in the coming decade. We also discussed how these technologies can improve passenger experience and safety, as well as make aviation more sustainable, ultimately reducing the industry's environmental footprint.