VDC Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The VDC Manager is a leadership role responsible for overseeing and directing Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) efforts across multiple projects, teams, and services within the company. This role combines leadership and technical skills to oversee VDC services, ensuring effective use of construction technologies, streamlined workflows, and teamwork. This role also serves as a key liaison between internal departments and external stakeholders, including designers, engineers, subcontractors, and owners, throughout the project lifecycle

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Develop, implement, and manage VDC/BIM workflows and processes to ensure project success.

* Supervise and mentor VDC and Project Engineers, providing leadership, guidance, and oversight ensuring effective task delegation, quality assurance, and adherence to project goals and company standards

* Lead subcontractor teams in VDC coordination for complicated projects, maintaining schedules and resolving conflicts proactively.

* Guide project teams through constructability reviews and design coordination.

* Direct the design and production of visual materials, including videos, animations, and 2D/3D graphics, for presentations, marketing, and job pursuits.

* Collaborate with estimating teams by providing quantity take-offs and modeling support.

* Facilitate training and mentorship on VDC programs, workflows, and best practices for staff.

* Create logistics models and drawings, as well as 4D scheduling animations, to support field operations.

* Oversee the creation of 3D models for all project phases, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company standards.

* Oversee laser scanning efforts and convert point cloud data into actionable models.

* Conduct QA/QC checks on 3D models for constructability and compliance with contract documents.

* Research and drive the adoption of emerging technologies and document lessons learned for process improvement.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

* Experience: 6-10+ years in the design or construction industry, with demonstrated leadership in VDC/BIM processes.

* Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management/Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in VDC/BIM are a plus.

* Technical Proficiency: Expertise in Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp is required. Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud & Build, Synchro, Assemble, Twinmotion, Rhino, Grasshopper, Faro Scene, Recap, and Illustrator is highly advantageous.

* Skills:

In-depth knowledge of construction documentation, coordination processes, and standards.

Strong communication and leadership abilities to guide diverse teams, including architects, engineers, subcontractors, and owners.

Solid understanding of building codes, ADA requirements, and constructability principles.

Proven track record of delivering successful projects across various sectors, including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, hospitality, and office.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Power Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Power Construction is committed to increasing opportunities for historically disadvantaged workers (including women and members of disproportionately affected racial and ethnic groups), as well as residents of marginalized communities.