VDC Engineer
About the role
This is a site-based role with a flexible home office location in the U.S. The ideal candidate will be near a JACOBS U.S. based office, but we intend to hire the "best" candidates.
Responsibilities
- Manage and optimize digital delivery processes in the Advanced Manufacturing sector.
- Create and implement Design and Construction BIM Execution Plans for EPCM projects.
- 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, 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.
- Coordinate laser scan data integration and facilitate Scan to BIM efforts.
- 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/progress reporting and weekly reports for remote team members including 360 Photos, laser scans, drone data.
- Act as technology lead and offer in-field technical troubleshooting, support for software, model viewing, and mobile device applications.
- Consult during business development during proposals and estimates.
- 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.
- Enhance team expertise through collaboration with subject matter experts.
- Provide daily on-site presence and leadership.
- Cookordinate VDC activities with field operations.
- Create, execute, and own onsite VDC processes.
Requirements
At least 7 years of experience in VDC/BIM roles within the construction industry.
A 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.
A proven track record of onsite leadership of VDC activities.
The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment on a project site and virtually.
Experience in developing and implementing BIM execution plans.
A strong understanding of construction processes and MEP systems.
Willingness to work on site at a project near Corpus Christi, TX.
(Ideally, you’ll also have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field).
Qualifications
Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
The base salary range for this position is $111,100.00 to $145,725.00.
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.
Job posted on November 26, 2025.
This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment.
We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery.
We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.