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Geospatial Specialist

Jacobs

The Role

Overview

Develop and manage 3D GIS tools for early masterplanning and digital delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • geospatial tools
  • data extraction
  • 3d gis modeling
  • digital execution
  • workflow documentation
  • coordinate management

Tasks

-Collaborate with planning and design teams to integrate geospatial insights into project strategies -Configure and manage geospatial tools for early masterplanning workflows -Extract, clean, and visualize geospatial data from multiple sources -Develop and maintain 3D GIS models to support spatial analysis and scenario planning -Lead digital execution during early project phases and ensure smooth handoff to downstream teams -Document workflows and provide training/support to team members as needed -Manage and maintain shared coordinates in the Revit Ecosystem based on Civil 3D design models

Requirements

  • 3d gis
  • independent
  • python
  • arcgis
  • civil 3d
  • communication

What You Bring

-Strong background in 3D GIS modeling, spatial analysis, and data extraction -Ability to work independently and proactively identify digital opportunities -Experience with scripting (Python, Dynamo), cloud platforms, or interoperability between GIS and BIM -Proven experience with ArcGIS, CityEngine, Civil 3D, Autodesk Forma, Esri and/or other geospatial or BIM tools -Excellent communication, leadership and documentation skills -Familiarity with urban planning, infrastructure, or early design workflows

The Company

About Jacobs

-Headquartered in Dallas, it has evolved into a global powerhouse delivering consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery services. -Its portfolio spans transformative projects—clean water systems, data centers, rail expansions, offshore wind roadmaps, and wastewater plants. -Specialising in advanced manufacturing, cities & places, energy, environmental, national security & defense, life sciences, transportation and water sectors. -Jacobs has reshaped itself via key moves—spinning off government services, acquiring CH2M in 2017, and exiting traditional oil & gas units. -Projects often tackle high-stakes, complex challenges: wastewater treatment in Vancouver, LIRR station upgrades, and AI data centres in Portugal. -Unusually, the firm shifted its HQ from California to Dallas in 2016 to align with its expanding national and global reach.

Sector Specialisms

Advanced Manufacturing

Cities & Places

Energy

Environmental

National Security & Defense

Life Sciences

Transportation

Water

Cybersecurity and Operational Technology