Architectural Technician - BIM

Jacobs; Kildare; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Ireland is seeking an Architectural Technician with strong BIM/CAD skills to deliver high‑quality architectural outputs for life sciences and advanced manufacturing facilities. You will produce coordinated LOD300 models, planning packs, and detailed drawings within a multidisciplinary project environment.

The role requires proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, a solid understanding of Irish Building Regulations, and the ability to coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Revit BIM and AutoCAD within a design or engineering consultancy.
• Experience delivering coordinated LOD300 architectural models.
• Experience preparing planning packs and planning submission drawings.
• Strong knowledge of Irish Building Regulations and related guidance documents.
• Ability to translate engineering inputs into architectural outputs; detail oriented.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary project teams.

Responsibilities

• LOD300 BIM delivery and model maintenance.
• Prepare planning drawings, site layouts, elevations, sections.
• Produce detailed CAD drawings for design development, tender, construction.
• Coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and process teams.
• Ensure compliance with Irish Building Regulations and international standards.
• Support creation of specifications, schedules, and technical reports.
• Follow Jacobs' quality processes for accuracy and traceability.
• Apply quality assurance processes.

Skills

BIM coordination

Architectural drafting

Attention to detail

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Tools

Navisworks

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

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

Jacobs’ Advanced Manufacturing team in Ireland is seeking an Architectural Technician with strong BIM/CAD capability to support the delivery of high‑quality design packages for complex life sciences and advanced manufacturing facilities. This role is ideal for a detail‑driven technician who can produce coordinated LOD300 models, planning documentation, and compliant architectural outputs within a multidisciplinary project environment.

This role is site based.

Key Responsibilities

• LOD300 BIM delivery — Develop and maintain architectural BIM models to LOD300, ensuring accuracy, coordination, and alignment with project standards.
• Planning pack production — Prepare planning drawings, site layouts, elevations, sections, and supporting documentation for statutory submissions.
• Technical CAD drafting — Produce detailed CAD drawings for design development, tender, and construction stages.
• Multidisciplinary coordination — Collaborate closely with structural, mechanical, electrical, and process teams to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Building code compliance — Apply knowledge of Irish Building Regulations and relevant international standards to ensure compliant architectural outputs.
• Design documentation — Support the creation of specifications, schedules, and technical reports.
• Quality assurance — Follow Jacobs’ quality processes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and traceability across all deliverables.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Revit BIM and AutoCAD within a design or engineering consultancy environment.
• Demonstrated ability to produce coordinated LOD300 architectural models.
• Experience preparing planning packs and statutory submission drawings.
• Strong understanding of Irish Building Regulations and associated technical guidance documents.
• Ability to interpret engineering inputs and translate them into clear architectural outputs.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and communication skills.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to advanced manufacturing, life sciences, or pharmaceutical projects.
• Familiarity with BIM execution plans, model coordination workflows, and clash detection.
• Experience with Navisworks, Bluebeam, or similar collaboration tools.

EEO Statement

As a disability‑confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of the role.