SUMMARY:
The VDC Manager will oversee the implementation and execution of Virtual Design and Construction processes across multiple projects. This role bridges design intent, field execution, and digital technology by ensuring models, layout data, and field coordination are accurate, accessible, and aligned with project goals. The VDC Manager will work closely with project management, field supervision, subcontractor teams and other VDC team members to drive efficiency and quality through digital construction tools and workflows.
Responsibilities Include
VDC Leadership & Coordination
- Lead project-specific VDC efforts, including BIM coordination, model review, clash detection, and constructability analysis.
- Coordinates and provides value add services to projects benefiting all project stakeholders
- Responsible for deployment of VDC initiatives and VDC technology platforms
- Collaborate with design teams, engineers, and subcontractors to manage model-based coordination throughout design and construction.
- Develop project-specific VDC execution plans and ensure alignment with company standards and client expectations
- Provides management by regularly monitoring performance against Project Execution Plans, Client and project needs
- Develop and document tasks, timelines and milestones, and facilitating project meetings
- Applies critical thinking and risk management principals to drive productivity and mitigate project risks
- Support preconstruction and estimating teams by integrating model-based quantities and visualization tools.
Field Technology Integration
- Manage robotic total station workflows, including setup, calibration, and data transfer between office and field teams.
- Oversee the creation, management, and validation of layout points for use in robotic total station and GPS layout.
- Coordinate laser scanning operations using Faro Focus Scanners, including scan planning, registration, and as-built model production.
- Implement QA/QC processes for verifying work in place using point clouds, models, and total station data.
Data and File Management
- Maintain organized electronic file systems for model versions, point files, and scan data in platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, or Trimble Connect.
- Standardize naming conventions, file transfer procedures, and collaboration workflows between internal teams and external partners.
- Ensure data integrity and model accuracy across platforms and disciplines.
Training & Support
- Provide VDC training and support for field engineers, project teams, and subcontractors.
- Develop and share best practices for digital layout, model coordination, and model-based communication.
- Support field integration of BIM tools, tablets, and 3D model viewers for layout verification and field coordination.
Qualifications
We are looking for a candidate who is flexible, detail-oriented and respectful that can work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and has the ability to multi-task while constantly producing top quality deliverables and meeting given deadlines.
The successful candidate will possess:
- Professional experience in both design and construction environments.
- Experience implementing VDC standards across multiple projects
- Passion for advancing digital construction tools and continuous process improvement.
- Strong communicator able to translate technical information to field and non-technical personnel.
- Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Proactive problem solver capable of working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead coordination meetings and drive accountability with subcontractor teams
- Strong Integrity and Ethics- “Always Does the Right Thing”
- Pride in Workmanship- “Finishes Well”
- Strong Desire to Satisfy our Clients
- Promotes a culture of safety
- Hardworking and Productive
- A Life Long Learner
- Collaborate with project teams on their specific project VDC needs
- Be a good listener and communicator
- Willingness to learn construction means and methods and new VDC technologies and software
- Working with others in a team environment to achieve successful outcomes
- Creating and supporting internal services related to VDC platforms
- Experience in managing multiple priorities and making choices about time
- Demonstrate business management skills
- Be Innovative
- Ability to analyze and improve through lessons learned
Education & Technical Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (4-year degree preferred).
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in a VDC or BIM management role within the construction industry.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
- Experience with robotic total stations (Trimble, Topcon, or Leica) and associated layout workflows.
- Skilled in laser scanning with Faro Focus scanners and point cloud registration software (e.g., Faro Scene, Sphere XG and Recap).
- Familiar with Procore, Bluebeam, and model-based coordination workflows.
- Understanding of file exchange formats (DWG, RVT, IFC, CSV, NWC/NWD, etc.).
- Knowledge of scripting or automation (Dynamo, Python, etc.) a plus
- Strong Understanding of Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems
NOTE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions