Jacobs Named No. 1 Aviation Firm by Engineering News‑Record

Jacobs Named No. 1 Aviation Firm by Engineering News‑Record

Jacobs has been ranked as the No. 1 aviation firm by Engineering News‑Record, based on its extensive portfolio of projects in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, India, and Australia. From airport master planning and terminal design to digital transformation and green infrastructure, Jacobs’ aviation expertise is reshaping travel hubs worldwide.


🚀 Portfolio Highlights

  • Denver International Airport (DEN): Ongoing involvement since 1992; over 60 major projects since 2017, including the Consolidated Rent-A-Car Facility and Common Transportation System.
  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL): Jacobs leads design and delivery of more than 180 projects as part of ATLNext—a $20 billion modernization program.
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport: Value-engineering initiatives since 2022 yielded $450 million in savings while improving design efficiency.
  • London Heathrow Airport: Supporting runway expansion, low-carbon concrete trials, and electrification strategies under framework agreements.
  • Airservices Australia: Spearheading national asset mapping and performance benchmarking across 33 airports.
  • Dallas Fort Worth International Airport: Jacobs is executing a flagship digital transformation initiative leveraging AI, ML, and integrated data architecture.
  • Noida International Airport (India): Program management consultant for India’s first net-zero greenfield airport project.
  • Red Sea International Airport (Saudi Arabia): Delivered terminal design aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 goals for sustainable tourism development.
  • King Salman International Airport: Assisting in master planning and runway design for a mega-airport capable of handling 100 million passengers annually.
  • Boeing Military Aviation Campus (St. Louis): Providing engineering and environmental services for a 1.1 million sq ft expansion supporting next-gen combat aircraft production.

🏆 Strategic Growth Through Innovation

Jacobs attributes its leadership to a combination of global reach, technical depth, and a strong emphasis on integrated digital delivery and resilient infrastructure. The acquisition of high-profile projects across multiple regions reflects Jacobs‘ ability to scale and innovate.

“This ranking reflects the trust our global aviation clients place in us and the dedication of our global team,” said Andrew Gibson, Global Aviation Director at Jacobs. “Our success stems from the collaborative effort of aviation experts and supporting functions across every region.”

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