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
• 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
• Coordinate VDC activities with field operations
• Create, execute, and own onsite VDC processes

Qualifications

• 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
• Prior experience in onsite leadership of VDC activities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment on a project site and virtually
• Proven track record of developing and implementing BIM execution plans
• Strong understanding of construction processes and MEP systems

Skills

• 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 onsite leadership of VDC activities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment on a project site and virtually
• Strong understanding of construction processes and MEP systems

Benefits

Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.