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

Jacobs; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Caregiver leave

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Digital Delivery Project Lead to guide BIM execution for Data Center projects, overseeing Revit workflows, model health, and BEPs across the project lifecycle. You will lead multidisciplinary coordination, set standards, and mentor teams while engaging clients to review BIM delivery, with a focus on quality and data-driven decisions.

Jacobs offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, stock purchase options, and a hybrid work policy aligning with offices and remote

Qualifications

• 6+ years in a Digital Delivery role.
• Degree in Architecture/Engineering/Drafting or related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead BIM Execution Plans for Data Center projects.
• Serve as technical resource for Revit and BIM workflows.
• Ensure BIM standards and LOD milestones.
• Coordinate model development and multidisciplinary reviews.
• Engage with clients to review BIM requirements and delivery.

Skills

Digital Delivery

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Revit

BIM coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Construction Cloud (Forma)

Navisworks Manage

Dynamo

Power BI

Revizto

Solibri

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

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.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 BIM execution, coordination efforts, model status, and workflow optimization opportunities
• Communicate project BIM requirements, standards, and deliverables with internal and external stakeholders
• Build and maintain strong relationships with project teams and client representatives to ensure successful delivery
• Perform occasional Client Site Visits to perform trainings and align standards and practices

Here’s what you’ll need

• 6 or more year of experience in a Digital Delivery role
• Technical, professional, or bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline including Architecture, Engineering, Drafting or professional experience in lieu of a degree.

Ideally, you’ll have

• Advanced proficiency in Autodesk Revit, including project setup, work-sharing, family management, model maintenance, and standards development.
• Strong understanding of BIM Execution Planning (BEP), Level of Development (LOD), and model-based project delivery.
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud (Forma), Navisworks Manage, and multidisciplinary model coordination.
• Experience leading BIM and Digital Delivery efforts on Data Center, Mission Critical, Industrial, or Advanced Manufacturing projects.
• Knowledge of clash detection, constructability review processes, and model quality assurance practices.
• Experience with Dynamo, Power BI, Revizto, Solibri, or related BIM and data visualization tools preferred.
• Strong understanding of Common Data Environments (CDE), model governance, and digital project delivery standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ideal Candidate Summary

Seeking a highly technical Digital Delivery Project Lead with extensive Revit and BIM coordination experience to lead multidisciplinary model development, Digital Delivery execution, and client-facing BIM initiatives on large-scale Data Center projects. The ideal candidate combines hands‑on Revit expertise with strong project leadership skills and a passion for innovation, data‑driven decision‑making, and continuous improvement.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. 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.

The base salary range for this position is $113,100.00 to $155,500.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

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 October 04, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.