Matt Jacobs, Me
About Matt Jacobs, Me
Matt Jacobs is a Managing Associate at Hagerty Consulting with expertise in structural rehabilitation and waterfront resiliency. He has a background in civil engineering and extensive experience in flood-risk reduction systems and structural inspections.
Work at Hagerty
Matt Jacobs currently serves as a Managing Associate at Hagerty Consulting, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge in civil engineering and structural rehabilitation to support various projects. His work focuses on enhancing waterfront resiliency and implementing effective flood-risk-reduction strategies. Jacobs collaborates with a team of professionals to deliver solutions that address complex engineering challenges.
Education and Expertise
Matt Jacobs earned a Master of Engineering (MEng) in Civil Engineering from Florida State University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civil Engineering at FAMU-FSU College of Engineering from 2010 to 2012. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in structural rehabilitation, flood-risk-reduction systems, and storm water management.
Background
Before joining Hagerty Consulting, Matt Jacobs accumulated diverse experience in the civil engineering field. He worked as a Structural Engineer at Dewberry from 2015 to 2021, focusing on structural elements and earth-retention systems. Earlier, he served as a Structures Design Technician at the Florida Department of Transportation for six months in 2015 and as a Design Manual Specialist from 2013 to 2015. His early career included an internship at Moore Bass Consulting, Inc. from 2012 to 2013.
Achievements
Matt Jacobs has been involved in significant projects, including the deployment to Corpus Christi as a Program Delivery Manager to assist FEMA following Hurricane Harvey. His experience includes working on marina and pier reconstruction projects, as well as expertise in both passive and active floodgate systems. Jacobs has also developed technical capabilities in storm water conveyance and retention, contributing to effective engineering solutions.