As a subconsultant to Jacobs, JAT assisted in preparation of the DBE Mentoring Plan and implementation of the program. JAT was responsible for developing an initial plan outline and establishing timelines and program activities. JAT ensured that the Mentoring Plan aligns with the goals and objectives of the Georgia Unified Certification Program DBE Plan, in accordance with regulations of the U.S. Department of Transportation, 49 CFR Part 26. 

JAT responsibilities also include:

• Assessment and Development Plan – JAT conducts an assessment of each firm to review current business practices in technical, operational, management, and marketing areas.  Once the evaluation is completed, a series of collaborative meetings will be conducted and a development plan will be prepared for each DBE outlining their specific growth plan.

• Training and Workshops – JAT customizes a training structure based on the individual development plan for each of the DBEs, optimizing the most efficient format of training to maximize the transfer of knowledge. Training formats include individual training sessions, workshops, and job shadowing.

• Metrics and Reporting – JAT establishes a baseline for metrics utilizing the assessments and individualized growth plans to measure the firm’s technical, operational, management, and marketing growth and improvement. Areas for improvement include development and implementation of written policies, procedures, and standards, and training of various staff members for each of the firms.