Founded in 1947 by Joseph Jacobs, Jacobs is one of the largest and most diverse providers of technical, professional and construction services, including all aspects of architecture, engineering and construction (AEC), operations and maintenance, as well as scientific and specialty consulting. For 70 years, Jacobs has been the driving force behind some of world’s greatest engineering feats. Bought CH2M Hill in December 2017.
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