VDC/BIM Technician- Material Quantity

VDC/BIM Technician – Residential Construction

A well-established and growing residential construction company is seeking a VDC/BIM Technician to join its Technical Operations team. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced production environment and enjoys combining technology, estimating, and construction knowledge to improve accuracy and efficiency across the organization.

This role will focus on structural modeling, material quantity takeoffs, and supporting estimating and purchasing operations while collaborating closely with design, field, and operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain detailed material quantity takeoffs for residential master plans and custom options.
• Develop and update structural framing layouts, including trusses, engineered wood products (EWP), joists, and rafters in accordance with applicable building codes.
• Partner with field teams to verify material quantities, improve takeoff accuracy, and identify value engineering opportunities.
• Conduct occasional site visits to evaluate framing installations and improve estimating accuracy.
• Support ongoing development and maintenance of internal estimating and ERP systems.
• Assist in creating reporting tools that improve purchasing, estimating, and operational decision-making.
• Collaborate with project managers, design professionals, and operations teams to optimize construction costs across residential and build-to-rent projects.
• Prepare project estimates and custom option takeoffs as needed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and other technical projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with residential structural framing design and material takeoffs.
• Knowledge of trusses, engineered wood products, dimensional lumber, joist, and rafter layouts.
• Experience preparing millwork and interior trim package takeoffs.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or BIM software such as Revit, Archicad, Chief Architect, SoftPlan, MiTek, Bluebeam, or PlanSwift.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, linked worksheets, and organized estimating workbooks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Retirement plan with company contribution.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

APPLY TODAY: megan.cantone@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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