BIM Lead - Architectural Designer BIM​/CADD

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.

Your impact

We share a common purpose – to make the world more connected and sustainable. And we’re excited about the innovative ways we can change the world. We design some of the most complex facilities being constructed today from conceptualization through construction support. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners.

The key to our success is our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, team‑oriented work practices, inclusion and diversity, and respect for everyone. If you are up for the challenge and interested in turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated BIM Lead (Project Delivery Focus) to join our Cities and Places team in Northwest geography based out of Boise, Idaho
. This role is ideal for a Senior Architectural Designer or BIM Coordinator ready to step into a leadership role, helping drive BIM coordination and digital delivery across multidisciplinary teams on complex, fast‑paced projects.

If you have a passion for multidisciplinary design and BIM‑driven project delivery and thrive in highly collaborative environments where design coordination and model integration are key, bring your creativity, technical expertise, and problem‑solving mindset—and together, we’ll deliver impactful, buildable solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to operate in a lead designer capacity, working closely with project managers, engineers, architects, and contractors to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of design intent across all phases. You will play a key role in developing, managing, and coordinating detailed BIM models, with a strong focus on CSA (Civil, Structural, Architectural) systems while supporting cross‑disciplinary integration with engineering teams.

• Lead BIM adoption, digital delivery, and workflow optimization across multidisciplinary project teams.
• Develop and manage high-quality BIM models to meet project requirements, including LOD standards and documentation outputs.
• Provide staff training, mentorship, and technical support for Revit, Navisworks, ACC, and other BIM tools.
• Set up and manage BIM models, including worksets, templates, families, collaboration settings, and data structures.
• Support and participate in model coordination and clash detection using Revit, Navisworks, and ACC, to deliver coordinated designs.
• Coordinate BIM processes with consultants to ensure model alignment, compliance with standards, and smooth data exchange (COBie/IFC).
• Produce accurate and comprehensive 3D models and generate associated 2D drawings and schedules directly from the BIM model.
• Review, audit, and evaluate models, workflows, and software to support quality control and continuous improvement.
• Support development and implementation of project specific BIM Execution Plans (BEPs).
• Extract, analyze, and manage BIM data for design analysis, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimation.
• Provide BIM‑related guidance to project teams, resolving technical issues efficiently.
• Stay current with BIM software advancements, best practices, and evolving industry standards.
• Develop and implement automation and scripting workflows to enhance efficiency and model accuracy.
• Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers to ensure alignment of design intent and constructability.
• Support construction‑phase coordination including RFIs, submittals, and field issue resolution.
• Develop visualizations and model‑based presentations to support design communication and client engagement.

• 5-10 years of BIM leadership or digital delivery experience, preferably…