During England’s National Apprenticeship Week, we meet Jacobs Architectural Apprentice Sundeep Bhudia, currently studying the Level 7 Architectural Apprenticeship to achieve full qualification as an Architect. Sundeep shares more on his apprenticeship journey and advice on what to consider when exploring options.
What excites you most about your role? I’m truly excited to be part of one of Saudi Arabia’s flagship airport development programs and a key pillar of Vision 2030. It will become a premier global gateway, welcoming millions of visitors
The global spread of electric vehicles (EVs) offers a promising solution to lowering carbon emissions and reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Successful integration of EVs heavily relies on the availability of charging infrastructure, a need addressed by the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. This new whitepaper from Jacobs explores the lessons learned from the implementation of EV charging infrastructure through the NEVI program, focusing on the key stages: planning, procurement, contracting, design, construction, and and operations and maintenance (O&M).
Often seen as modern engineering marvels, bridges link communities and commerce, with their success ultimately hinging on how safely, quickly and economically they can be designed and constructed. In this Q&A, Jacobs Global Director for Bridges Nick Fuchs talks about the state of bridge engineering today and what clients are focusing on, and highlights trends co-creating the world to come.
Global demand for transport is rapidly increasing, with passenger rail and freight activity projected to more than double by 2050. While this growth signifies social and economic progress, it also leads to greater energy demand, increased carbon emissions and atmospheric pollutants. Read about Andrew’s solutions to meet mobility needs for an increasingly urbanized world in the following Q&A.
One of the most critical challenges in chemical remediation globally is addressing the growing impact of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and providing practical solutions. Emerging Contaminants Community of Practice Co-Leader, Ali Salter-Blanc, shares her deep insights and industry experience.
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’ transportation leader Alicia Cannon talks about local opportunities in transport planning and the importance of leveraging subject matter experts who can offer efficient, cutting-edge solutions.
Planning, building and delivering the large-scale critical infrastructure needed to provide safe, reliable water services is a complex balancing act of costs, risk and value. The most crucial challenges are creating sustainable, long-term financing and robust contracts, attracting investors and driving seamless stakeholder collaboration. The Specified Infrastructure Project Regulations (SIPR) delivery model was developed in the U.K. to help solve those challenges. Geoff Roberts, one of Jacobs’ heads of legal and program counsel, explains how and offers his insights on using the model to achieve success.
