VDC Engineer

Overview

Join to apply for the VDC Lead role at Jacobs
. This role is open for at least 3 days, posted on November 26, 2025. Join our Advanced Manufacturing Group to lead digital construction practices.

$/yr - $/yr

Any location in the United States;
Ideal candidates are near a Jacobs U.S. office.

• Provide VDC/BIM/Digital Delivery management and leadership by aligning technologies with internal and client goals.
• Define digital delivery scope for project estimates and coordinate technical setup and model deliverables.
• Create and implement Design and Construction BIM Execution Plans for EPCM projects; integrate VDC tasks across 3D logistics, 4D scheduling, 5D cost, and quantity take-offs.
• Administer the Common Data Environment (Autodesk Construction Cloud) from design to construction, including Docs, Build, and Coordination modules.
• Lead clash detection, resolution meetings, and serve as BIM Subject Matter Expert on projects.
• Coordinate laser scan data integration, Scan to BIM efforts, model redline, as‑built processes, and verify construction installation.
• Facilitate reality capture and progress reporting (360 photos, laser scans, drone data).
• Act as technology lead and offer in‑field technical troubleshooting for software and mobile device applications.
• Collaborate with clients, representatives, and contractors during business development, proposals, and estimates.
• Support team development: develop training materials, provide technical guidance, recruit, manage, and mentor employees.
• Provide on‑site leadership and coordinate VDC activities with field operations.

• At least 7 years of experience in VDC/BIM roles within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of BIM technologies and their application in manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, Revizto) and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Experience with laser scanning and point cloud data management.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven track record of on‑site leadership of VDC activities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment, both on‑site and virtually.
• Experience developing and implementing BIM execution plans.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and MEP systems.
• Willingness to work on site at a project near Baton Rouge, LA.
• Preferred:
  Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.

Health, dental, vision and life insurance; 401(k) plan; company stock purchase; deferred compensation plans. Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO); seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, caregiver leave; eligible for merit increases, discretionary bonus, stock.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.

Full‑time.