VDC Engineer

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

This job opportunity is available at ANY location in the United States. Ideally, selected candidates will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.

In our Advanced Manufacturing Group, our team elevates our clients by delivering cost‑effective and transformative projects to the electric vehicle, data center, consumer goods and products, metals, pulp and paper and various other markets. We understand that the success of our clients is about more than well‑designed facilities; it’s about well‑designed strategies tailored for every market and every location.

We are seeking an experienced Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) Lead to manage and optimize our digital delivery processes in the Advanced Manufacturing sector. This site‑based role includes a flexible home office location within the U.S. You will provide VDC/BIM/Digital Delivery management and leadership by aligning technologies with internal and client goals, defining digital delivery scope for project estimates, and coordinating project technical setup and model deliverables.

You will create and implement Design and Construction BIM Execution Plans for EPCM (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management); integrate VDC tasks including 3D logistics and safety planning, 4D scheduling, 5D cost and quantity take‑offs; define, coordinate, administer and manage the use of the Common Data Environment (Autodesk Construction Cloud) from design to construction, including Docs, Build and Coordination modules; kick‑off, manage and track progress on Clash Detection for Design Teams and Trade Partners;

lead clash resolution meetings; serve as BIM Subject Matter Expert on projects in design and construction; and coordinate laser scan data integration and facilitate Scan to BIM efforts. You will also manage model redline and as‑built processes; verify construction install with model‑based practices; create project processes and lead mobile device trainings for field employees; lead and facilitate reality capture for progress reporting and weekly reports for remote team members, including 360 Photos, laser scans and drone data;

act as technology lead and offer in‑field technical troubleshooting, support for software, model viewing and mobile device applications.

As the VDC Lead, you will be involved with stakeholder collaboration and act as the Digital Delivery and VDC stakeholder and lead on Design and Construction projects. You will consult during business development during proposals and estimates; collaborate with clients, contractors and trade partners; and manage trade partner modeling efforts and quality through construction. You will support team development by developing training materials and offering technical guidance, recruiting, managing and mentoring employees, and enhancing team expertise through collaboration with subject matter experts.

• 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 in Design and Construction
• Proficiency in BIM software (e.g., 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 onsite leadership of VDC activities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment on a project site and virtually
• Experience in developing and implementing BIM execution plans
• Strong understanding of construction processes and MEP systems
• Willing to work on site at a project near Baton Rouge, LA

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field

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