Sheet Metal Mechanical Piping & Plumbing Virtual Technology Lead
Murphy Company, the Best Choice in Mechanical construction since 1907, is hiring a Sheet Metal Mechanical Piping & Plumbing Virtual Technology Lead for our Virtual Construction Operations team located in our St. Louis, MO office.
About Murphy Company
Since 1907, Murphy Company has been a leading mechanical contractor in the St. Louis and Denver markets that provides its professionals with the environment, opportunities, technology, and tools to experience a rewarding career. Being a company that prides itself on its core values of employee well-being, enduring relationships, and integrity and professionalism, we know it starts with our employees. We strongly believe our people are our most important asset and we strive every day to make Murphy a great place to work as we build our clients visions.
Position Summary
The Mechanical Sheet Metal Piping & Plumbing Virtual Construction Technology Lead is responsible for leading and standardizing the technology and digital workflows that support virtual construction fabrication and field installation. This role serves as the technical authority for Trimble RTS layout, Trimble scanning, model setup, and database management, ensuring accurate, reliable, and repeatable execution across projects. The Virtual Lead works closely with VC leads, managers, APC, Trimble layout crews, project teams, and field leadership to ensure technology models and data are aligned with union work practices and jobsite needs.
Key Responsibilities
• Trimble Layout & Field Technology • Serve as the company lead for Trimble RTS total stations and model-based layout workflows • Ensure standards for model preparation, point naming, control, and layout accuracy are completed correctly • Support field layout crews with setup, calibration, troubleshooting, and best practices either directly or with Trimble Techs • Coordinate training for field use of Trimble units with craft and Trimble Techs
• Reality Capture & Scanning • Lead Trimble scanner deployment and reality capture workflows • Ensure scanning standards for existing conditions, QA/QC, and as-built documentation are completed correctly • Register, manage, and maintain point cloud data for project use • Integrate scan data into VC models for verification and coordination
• Scanning Model Setup & Digital Standards • Establish and maintain model setup standards for sheet metal mechanical piping and plumbing scopes • Manage shared coordinates, control points, file structure, and linking strategies • Ensure models are optimized for coordination, layout, fabrication, and field use
• Database & Data Management • Own and manage the virtual construction database and model data structure • Ensure consistent naming conventions, metadata, and version control • Maintain clean, reliable data for layout, prefab, and as-built deliverables
• Support clash detection, constructability reviews, and field-ready deliverables • Support the Engineering Department model setup
Training Support & Continuous Improvement
• Train layout crews and project teams on Trimble hardware, software, and workflows • Utilize existing and develop updated documentation standards and training materials • Evaluate and implement improvements to technology processes and tools • Stay current with Trimble and construction technology advancements
Required Qualifications
• 5 years of experience in VC database or Modeling content • Extensive hands-on experience with RTS and layout workflows • Experience with scanners and point cloud processing • Strong knowledge of VC platforms such as Revit and Revizto • Solid understanding of model setup, shared coordinates, and digital control • Strong troubleshooting, communication, and field support skills
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience supporting prefabrication and modular workflows • Familiarity with Trimble Business Center, TBC, Trimble Connect, or similar platforms • Ability to both manage the Technology Team as well as perform their tasks • Background working directly with field crews and foremen
Reporting Structure
• VC Technology Lead 2 - RTSScanner • Trimble techs • 1 - Database content • ITM model builders
What We Will Bring to the Table
• A collaborative, family-friendly work environment • Knowledge and expertise that have helped us grow and thrive for over 100 years • Competitive pay, a bonus, and an excellent benefits package including health and life insurance, a health-forward wellness program, 401k, and profit sharing • A robust PTO program designed to support real work-life balance