Jacobs has revealed plans to create over 100 jobs in Ireland within the next two years as it officially opens its new office in Sandyford, Dublin.

The office opening, officiated by Minister for Finance Michael McGrath TD, also coincides with Jacobs celebrating 50 years in Ireland.

Jacobs is the largest provider of engineering, procurement, construction management and commissioning services in Ireland, with a workforce of over 1,200 individuals across Dublin, Cork and Belfast. Over the next two years, the company will be generating new positions in engineering, project management, construction management, commissioning and qualification, aimed at supporting projects in burgeoning sectors such as critical infrastructure, advanced manufacturing, life sciences and semiconductors.

Over the last 50 years, Jacobs has been instrumental in delivering more than €50 billion worth of critical infrastructure projects in Ireland. This has helped establish Ireland as a leading centre for advanced manufacturing and research, driving substantial economic growth.

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Minister for Finance Michael McGrath TD, said: "Jacobs has delivered countless major manufacturing and infrastructure projects that have been central to Ireland’s economic success and societal progress over the last 50 years. The company has a stellar track record and has rightly been acknowledged with numerous awards for the quality and innovation that is a hallmark of its work. As Jacobs embarks on its latest chapter, I am delighted to open their new office in Dublin and announce 100 new jobs in Ireland to support its continued growth in Ireland and internationally."

Jacobs CEO Bob Pragada, stated: "Jacobs decided to grow beyond the US for the first time in 1974, and we selected Dublin with the IDA’s support. The business has grown from four or five key people to a team of 1,200 people in that time. Although we’re a global business, our operation here is an Irish success story. We have huge confidence in Ireland, and we are ambitious for our continued business growth here and are committed to building skills for the future and investing in a new office in Dublin."

IDA Ireland CEO Michael Lohan, said: "Today’s announcement provides an opportunity to reflect on the close and enduring partnership between Jacobs and IDA Ireland. Since opening its office in Dublin 50 years ago, Jacobs has been a leader in advanced manufacturing in Ireland. IDA Ireland looks forward to continuing to work closely with Jacobs and supporting them to deliver sustainable growth and investment aimed at furthering the modernisation of critical infrastructure and unlocking opportunities in the life sciences and semiconductor sectors."