Digital Delivery (VDC/BIM) Project Lead (Data Centers)

About the role

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 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. The Project Lead is responsible for leading Digital Delivery and BIM execution for Data Center projects within Advanced Manufacturing. This role serves as the technical lead for BIM and Revit workflows, ensuring project teams adhere to client standards, BIM Execution Plans (BEPs), and Digital Delivery requirements. The Project Lead will oversee model development, multidisciplinary coordination, data management, and digital project delivery throughout the project lifecycle while supporting project teams, clients, and design leadership.

Responsibilities

• BIM & Digital Delivery Leadership – Lead the development, implementation, and management of BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) for Data Center projects; serve as the project's primary technical resource for Revit, BIM workflows, and Digital Delivery best practices; establish and enforce BIM standards, modeling procedures, quality requirements, and project-specific workflows; ensure compliance with client BIM standards, Digital Delivery requirements, and Level of Development (LOD) milestones; provide technical guidance and mentorship to project teams regarding Revit, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), and model management best practices; support project teams in resolving complex BIM and Revit-related challenges.
• Revit Model Management & Coordination – Manage multidisciplinary Revit models throughout the project lifecycle from design through construction support; monitor model health, performance, worksharing environments, and model quality metrics; oversee model setup, file structure, collaboration workflows, linked model management, and content standards; facilitate model exchanges and coordination between internal disciplines, external consultants, contractors, and clients; lead clash detection, constructability reviews, and model coordination efforts using Navisworks and related platforms; conduct regular model audits and quality reviews to ensure compliance with project standards and client requirements; track and validate model progression against required Levels of Development (LOD) and project deliverables.
• Digital Project Delivery – Collaborate with project managers and discipline leads to develop and execute digital delivery strategies; coordinate project workflows utilizing Autodesk Construction Cloud (Forma), Revit, Navisworks, and associated platforms; develop and maintain project dashboards, metrics, and reporting tools to monitor project performance and model progress; capture, analyze, and communicate project data to drive informed decision-making and continuous improvement; support implementation of emerging technologies, automation tools, and digital workflows that improve project efficiency and quality; identify opportunities to streamline production through visualization, automation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Client Engagement – Serve as a trusted advisor to clients regarding BIM, Digital Delivery, and project technology solutions; participate in client meetings to review