VDC Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Civil Engineering
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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 is that this position is available at any location in the United States; ideally, selected candidates will be near a Jacobs U.S. based office.
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 are seeking an experienced Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) Lead to manage and optimize our digital delivery processes in the Advanced Manufacturing sector. This is a site‑based role with flexible home office location in the U.S. In this key role, 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, 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, lead clash resolution meetings, serve as BIM Subject Matter Expert on projects in design and construction, 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, and act as technology lead offering 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, collaborate with clients, representatives, and contractors, manage trade partner modeling efforts and quality through construction, support team development by developing training materials and offering technical guidance, recruit, manage and mentor employees, and enhance team expertise through collaboration with subject matter experts. You will act as on‑site management by providing daily on‑site presence and leadership, coordinate VDC activities with field operations, and create, execute and own on‑site VDC processes.
Responsibilities
Lead VDC/Digital Delivery activities, serve as BIM Subject Matter Expert, manage the Common Data Environment, conduct clash detection and resolution, facilitate laser scanning and reality capture workflows, provide training and support on BIM and VDC tools, and collaborate with stakeholders across design, construction and operations.
Requirements- 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 on‑site 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.
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