VDC Manager

Join VIATechnik, the global leader in driving digital transformation and innovation across the built environment. Our 350+ experts around the world partner with the most ambitious owners, builders, and trades to tackle projects that shape skylines, transform infrastructure, and reimagine how the built world works. From pioneering Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) delivery to creating next-generation digital twins, custom software, and AI solutions, we deliver breakthroughs that set new standards in design, construction, and operations on some of the largest and most complex projects in the world.

The Role:

As a VDC Manager at VIATechnik, you will lead the execution of cutting-edge BIM and VDC solutions across some of the most transformative infrastructure and facility projects in the country. Working remotely with optional hybrid engagement from offices in Chicago, Denver, or New York, you will play a pivotal role in integrating digital models, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and driving long-term outcomes for major corporate, manufacturing, entertainment, healthcare, and transportation clients. Your success will be measured by your ability to lead large-scale BIM conversions, facilitate advanced client training programs, manage common data environments and model coordination efforts, shape enterprise-wide BIM standards, and act as a BIM Owner's representative on major capital projects. You'll work cross-functionally with internal experts, clients, and field teams to champion digital transformation and ensure deliverables exceed expectations. This position requires strategic planning, technical fluency, and strong interpersonal influence to guide teams through complexity and innovation.

What's in it for you:

Purpose: This role directly supports VIATechnik's mission to lead digital transformation across the built environment. You will empower major clients to minimize their design and construction risk through the development of digital delivery strategy and standards that consider the lifecycle of their facilities; and, increase Owner's facility uptime and reduce operational cost through strategic and integrated digital operations standards, tools, and processes.

Growth: As a VDC Manager, you'll gain visibility across high-profile projects and influence national-level digital infrastructure strategies. You'll accelerate your career by shaping client training, digital standards, and internal talent development - all while supported by a team of 350+ digital pioneers.

• Motivators: You'll be at the center of fast-paced innovation, collaborating with global experts in digital delivery processes, AECO technology, and digital twins. Every day brings the opportunity to lead, create, and influence design, construction, and facility operations - from BIM development and model audits to process and technology strategy and rollout planning.

What You'll Achieve in Your First 12 Months:

• Lead and execute a nationwide BIM conversion roadmap
• Develop and deliver an Enterprise BIM training program for a major client.
• Develop and Implement enterprise-level BIM standards.

Apply if you have:

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management or similar.
• 5 - 10 years of experience providing implementation, training, and support in BIM and VDC.
• 5+ years of experience providing BIM coordination services on major and complex projects.
• Experience in combining and coordinating BIM updates, running clash detection on revised components, and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to create and manage complex commercial and industrial design projects within Revit, Navisworks, Civil3D, and other supporting programs.
• Knowledge of primary building systems - foundations, primary building structure and walls, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, fire protection, specialty systems, conveying systems and interior finishes, and the sequence of assembly of each.
• Ability to read and interpret construction contracts.

Even better if you have:

• Led online meetings and training sessions across remote project teams using project management software.
• Managed BIM and VDC across the project lifecycle.
• A track record of effectively working with and/or managing teams remotely.
• The ability to work effectively in an extremely fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive and flexible attitude, willingness to take an "all-hands-on-deck" approach.
• Availability to work hybrid out of one of our offices.

Compensation and featured benefits:

• The pay for this position is $105,000 - $120,000, and the role is eligible for bonuses. The actual salary offer may be different as we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience
• Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen)
• Dental and vision insurance. We cover up to 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and up to 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen)
• Open and flexible time off
• A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
• Home office setup costs
• Paid holidays

As a minority and woman owned and led company, VIATechnik seeks to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.