Jacob Harris
Layton Construction
Fayetteville,AR
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Results-driven Mission Critical construction management professional and Licensed Journeyman Electrician specializing in the oversight, installation, and commissioning of hyper-scale data center infrastructure. Proven track record managing complex electrical builds, enforcing strict technical specifications, and mitigating operational risks on projects up to $435M. Expert in high-voltage distribution, critical power redundancy, and cross-functional safety compliance, pivoting field expertise into high-impact General Contractor project management.
Construction management professional with track record of overseeing complex projects and ensuring timely completion. Known for collaborative teamwork and delivering high-quality results. Valued for flexibility and adaptability to meet changing project demands, with strong abilities in project coordination and team leadership.
Work History
Assistant Superintendent MEP- Mission Critical Division
2 Months- Coordinated subcontractor sequencing and field operations to maintain schedule alignment across active construction sites.
- Collaborated with project teams to resolve field conflicts and maintain production flow.
- Conducted quality inspections to verify work met plans, specifications, and code requirements.
- Communicated schedule updates and field conditions to superintendents, project managers, and trade partners.
- Reviewed plans and submittals to identify constructability issues before installation.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, fostering collaboration and smooth coordination of work efforts.
- Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Evaluated subcontractor performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement in service delivery standards.
- Assisted in scheduling inspections for job sites and projects.
- Communicated and documented expectations to subcontractors during weekly meetings.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations throughout the construction process.
QA/QC Lead - Mission Critical & Data Center Division
4 Months- Subcontractor & Equipment Oversight: Lead quality control inspections across hyper-scale data center builds, ensuring all electrical infrastructure aligns perfectly with GC schedules, engineering designs, and owner project requirements (OPR).
- Managed QA/QC sign-offs, torque logs, and insulation resistance testing (meggering) for critical power paths, ensuring compliance with project specifications for UPS systems, MV/LV switchgear, PDUs, and backup generator grids.
- Collaborated with GC project managers and third-party commissioning agents (CxA) to expedite Level 3 (Pre-functional) and Level 4 (Functional) testing phases, enhancing project timelines.
- Directed and mentored specialized team of 12 electrical technicians, auditing installation accuracy and enforcing manufacturer specifications to achieve zero defects.
Journeyman Electrician
2 Years 4 Months- Large-Scale Project Delivery: Executed core infrastructure and heavy commercial electrical builds for the landmark Walmart Global Home Office campus development ($435M project).
- Field Supervision: Led commercial crews in electrical construction for Springfield Super Target and Central Hotel, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Plan Analysis: Analyzed blueprints, single-line diagrams, and architectural layouts to guide field teams on conduit routing and wire pulls, facilitating adherence to aggressive project timelines.
- Installed commercial wiring, conduit, and electrical components per code requirements.
- Troubleshot circuits, panels, and equipment to restore safe system operation.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to plan accurate electrical layouts.
Electrician
2 Months- Troubleshot, isolated, and repaired faults in complex commercial and residential electrical systems, ensuring rapid service restoration and adherence to regional codes.
- Diagnosed electrical issues and completed service repairs for residential circuits, outlets, switches, and panels.
- Installed wiring, fixtures, and electrical components while following code compliance and safety standards.
- Troubleshot system failures using testing tools to identify faults and restore reliable power quickly.
Electrician
5 Years 1 Month- Managed structural placement, rigging, and high-voltage grid integration of heavy industrial chiller systems to enhance operational efficiency across University of Arkansas facilities.
- Constructed power distribution networks, emergency backup systems, and low-voltage controls for Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium Expansion and Razorback Baseball Practice Facility, ensuring reliable power supply for high-profile sports events.
- Ensured strict NEC compliance throughout ground-up build of Founders Classical Academy Campus, contributing to safety and regulatory adherence in a $10M project.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Mission Critical Infrastructure: Medium/Low Voltage Switchgear
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Systems
Emergency Diesel Generators
Power Distribution Units (PDUs)
Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS)
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
Quality Assurance & Commissioning: Level 1-5 Commissioning (Cx) Support
Torque & Resistance Verification
Quality Control Auditing
Subcontractor Oversight
Defect Punch-List Management
Technical Compliance: NEC/NFPA 70E Codes
Schematic & Single-Line Diagram Analysis
Equipment Readiness
Factory/Site Acceptance Testing (FAT/SAT)
Safety & Leadership: Crew Supervision (12+ Technicians)
OSHA 30
Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Coordination
Method of Procedure (MOP) Execution
Subcontractor coordination
Site coordination
Process improvement
Conflict resolution
Safety management
Electrical infrastructure
Certification
- Journeyman Electrician License – State of Arkansas (Valid through 2026-12)
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) – (Valid through 2032-12)
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety & OSHA 10-Hour General Construction
- NFPA 70E Arc Flash Electrical Safety & Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) Certification
- CPR / AED / First Aid – (Current Active)
Timeline
Assistant Superintendent MEP- Mission Critical Division
Layton Construction
08.2026 - CurrentRead More
QA/QC Lead - Mission Critical & Data Center Division
Helix Electric
03.2026 - 07.2026Read More
Journeyman Electrician
Bill’s Electric, Inc.
10.2023 - 02.2026Read More
Electrician
Mister Sparky Mid-America
08.2023 - 10.2023Read More
Electrician
King Electrical Contractors Inc.
07.2018 - 08.2023Read More
Fayetteville High School
High School Diploma
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