Telecommunications BIM Designer

Jacobs; Newark (NJ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Telecommunications BIM Designer to develop, coordinate, and maintain BIM models for telecommunications and low-voltage systems. The role requires delivering complex design assignments and enabling constructible deliverables across architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines.

You will produce construction documentation, support reviews, and contribute to BIM standards while guiding team members and coordinating with clients and stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Advanced BIM modeling capabilities for telecommunications and low-voltage systems.
• Experience delivering telecom, structured cabling, fiber optic, or low-voltage projects.
• Familiarity with BIM coordination, clash detection, and model management.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain BIM models and documentation for telecom and low-voltage systems.
• Coordinate models across disciplines to resolve conflicts and improve outcomes.
• Produce high-quality construction docs and support design reviews.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

BIM coordination

Clash detection

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associate degree in Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

BIM 360

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.

Telecommunications BIM Designer

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.

Join a team shaping the digital infrastructure that powers some of the world's most complex facilities and networks. This role offers the opportunity to apply advanced BIM expertise on impactful telecommunications projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and help drive innovative design solutions from concept through construction.

Position Summary

The Telecommunications BIM Designer develops, coordinates, and maintains BIM models and construction documentation for telecommunications and low-voltage systems. This experienced professional independently delivers complex design assignments, supports project teams with technical expertise, and helps ensure accurate, coordinated, and constructible project deliverables.

Demonstrate advanced BIM modeling capabilities for telecommunications, structured cabling, fiber optic, wireless, and low-voltage infrastructure systems. Coordinate models across architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines to resolve conflicts and improve project outcomes. Produce high-quality construction documentation, support design reviews, contribute to BIM standards and best practices, provide technical guidance to team members, support field verification and as-built updates, and collaborate with clients, engineers, and project stakeholders to deliver successful projects.

Here's what you'll need

• Advanced proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks
• Experience delivering telecommunications, structured cabling, fiber optic, or low-voltage infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of BIM coordination, clash detection, and model management
• Understanding of BICSI, TIA/EIA, NEC, and applicable industry standards
• Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work

Ideally, you'll also have

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Telecommunications, CAD/BIM Design, Architecture, Construction Technology, or a related field
• BICSI certification (RCDD, TECH, or similar)
• Experience supporting data centers, healthcare, industrial, or mission-critical facilities
• Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM 360, or similar collaboration platforms
• Familiarity with laser scanning, point cloud integration, or digital twin technologies

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, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $125,000.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. 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 September 10, 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.