VDC Engineer

Reports to:

Construction Technology Manager FLSA Status:
Full-Time, Salaried Exempt Normal

Working Hours Office

Hours:

8 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday

Position Objective:
Responsible for leading the implementation and utilization of VDC/BIM technology and processes on various construction projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the process of MEP coordination on multiple construction projects by working closely with Joeris outsourcing partners

Work with Joeris outsourcing partners to create, develop, manage, and maintain 3D BIM models in Revit

Work with project teams to develop and implement VDC and BIM methodologies

Educate project teams and clients about the benefits of Virtual Design and Construction

Provide advice and direction on projects where technologies can be used.

Help to develop VDC/BIM strategies and its implementation plan for the company

Schedule and conduct kick off meetings and coordination meetings

Provide training to the project teams on using BIM Glue

Work with the preconstruction teams to develop simulations, logistics plans, and constructability reports

Use Virtual Reality with software like Enscape to conduct VR tour/experience for customers

Use Laser Scanning for reality capture of existing conditions on projects as required

Assist estimators with model-based cost estimation using Assemble. Provide training as needed.

Fly drones on the projects as needed

Assist marketing team by providing renderings, animations and videos as requested

Pilot new technologies that improves the VDC/BIM processes and services

Additional duties as required

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

2+ years of experience in BIM coordination

Bachelors degree in construction-related field

Course work or experience with BIM emphasis SKILLS

Required proficiency with Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD

Experience in project management and team management

Experience with Enscape and Oculus Rift

Complete understanding of BIM coordination process with experience of BIM Glue

Experience with laser scanners and software like Autodesk Recap

FAA certified to fly drones is a plus Knowledge of Assemble and Sketchup is a plus

Must be able to read drawings, specifications, building codes, and other technical product and material specifications

Must be able to speak, read, and write English

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be capable of remaining in a stationary sitting position, occasionally moving about the office; prolonged standing; occasional lifting (overhead, waist level) from floor; bending/reaching; climbing; balancing; bending; stooping; kneeling; crouching; crawling; handling; feeling; talking; hearing; depth perception; visual accommodation; color vision; field of vision; near acuity; far acuity; and strength. Frequent near vision use for reading and computer use. Ability to lift, move and transport items weighing 20 lbs.

During workweek, or as needed, regular drives between job sites and for meetings with owners, architects, etc.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. May be exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction jobsites: heat; cold; wet and/or humid; proximity to moving mechanical parts; exposure to electric shock; working in high, exposed places; exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals, noise, dust, dirt, mud, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, etc.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or physical or mental disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. This also includes a perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.

All such discrimination is unlawful.

The Company is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including Superintendents, Managers, and co-workers.

To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, the Company will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant or an employee unless undue hardship would result