Sr VDC Coordinator

Job Summary

Jacobs is seeking a Wireless Telecommunications Project Lead to design and lead wireless system solutions for data center buildings including Commercial DAS, Public Safety DAS, LMR, Site Radio, RoIP, Wi‑Fi, and Tower Studies. The role is on‑site at the Baton Rouge, LA location and may involve additional travel to project sites.

$ / yr – $ / yr

• Lead the design of wireless systems using iBwave and EDX.
• Coordinate with BIM designers to create drawing packages.
• Coordinate with AHJs, Radio System Owners, and carriers.
• Develop and modify DIV 27 specifications.
• Conduct site visits and review technical documents.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure project completion on time, within scope and budget.

• Technical or associate’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience actively designing wireless telecommunications systems, including LMR 2‑way radio, Public Safety DAS, Commercial DAS (OTA DAS, Neutral Host DAS, DRAN DAS).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with iBwave, EDX, Atoll, LMR Planner or other modeling programs.
• Experience working with clients to identify wireless communication needs.
• Experience troubleshooting wireless system issues from field teams.
• Proficient in Noise Floor, SNIR, Return Loss, VSWR and network optimization.
• Knowledge of NFPA 72, NFPA 1221, NFPA 1225, IFC Section 510, Carrier KPI’s, IBC, FCC Part 20 & 90, OET Bulletin 65, MOTOTRBO systems, Motorola R56 installation standards, DMR Tier III.
• Familiarity with Navisworks.
• Self‑motivation to coordinate with other disciplines, project managers and clients.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Experience responding to RFPs and creating project budgets and schedules.
• Experience mitigating company risk.
• iBwave Level 2 Certification required.

• Experience designing Wi‑Fi systems.
• EDX or Motorola design certifications.
• FCC GROL certification.
• NICET Design Certification.
• Multiple OEM product certifications.
• Electrical Engineering or Communication Engineering degree.
• EIT or PE.

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, deferred compensation plans, an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off policy, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, caregiver leave, and potentially merit increases, performance discretionary bonuses, and stock. Eligible employees may also purchase company stock at a discount.

Full‑time

Not Applicable

Project Management and Information Technology

Civil Engineering, Design Services, IT Services & IT Consulting

Hybrid working policy allows a split between in‑office and remote work.

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.