Jacobs Unit to Boost Security at Capitol

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc., which provides engineering and construction services, said its facilities unit will help boost security at the U.S. Capitol complex.

Terms weren’t disclosed. Under the agreement, the Pasadena-based company will provide architecture and engineering design, inspection and technical oversight on the project.

The contract was issued by the Capitol architect, a federal employee appointed by the president. The Capitol complex includes the Capitol building, Library of Congress, Supreme Court building and congressional office buildings.

Jacobs shares fell $2.67 to $62.25 on the New York Stock Exchange. They have risen 35% this year.