VDC Manager

at Actalent in Goodyear, Arizona, United States

Job Description

Job Title: VDC Manager

Job Description

The Virtual Design Construction (VDC) Manager leads Building Information Modeling (BIM) administration and coordination for assigned construction projects, with a focus on delivering complex 3D models, technical documentation, and model-based solutions. This role provides advanced BIM technical support to internal teams, drives 3D coordination efforts, and implements project-specific VDC strategies that align with overall project objectives. The VDC Manager oversees VDC processes, supports field and self-perform operations, and ensures that BIM standards, deliverables, and schedules are consistently met.

Responsibilities

+ Manage VDC processes and activities to support assigned projects from planning through execution.

+ Provide models and documents necessary to complete the agreed project scope in collaboration with VDC/BIM leadership and project teams.

+ Create and maintain clear and accurate project documentation, including meeting agendas, meeting minutes, and constraint logs.

+ Read and interpret shop drawings, submittals, and product data, and incorporate all relevant information into the BIM process.

+ Support operations with the Request for Information (RFI) process for BIM-related items, ensuring timely and accurate responses.

+ Manage and maintain a productive and efficient BIM process, continuously improving workflows and standards.

+ Collaborate with VDC leadership and self-perform VDC teams to ensure general VDC services, deliverables, and schedules are maintained to meet project objectives.

+ Build and maintain strong working relationships with owners, subcontractors, and project teams to support coordinated project delivery.

+ Read and interpret owner requirements, BIM execution plans, and front-end scopes of work, ensuring minimum project requirements are met.

+ Develop composite models by assembling 3D content provided by designers and trade contractors, and create additional models for content not provided.

+ Lead the VDC processes and enforce VDC standards across multiple projects.

+ Manage project change processes and incorporate changes into all project models, tracking and communicating schedule and budget impacts to operations teams in a timely manner.

+ Provide BIM technical support to internal project teams, troubleshooting issues and advising on best practices.

+ Participate in the development of project-specific BIM execution plans and VDC budgets.

+ Implement best practices and standardized processes for BIM and VDC across assigned projects.

+ Lead design and project teams through the full VDC process on multiple large and complex projects.

+ Partner with cross-functional teams by providing model-based support and solutions that enhance project planning and execution.

+ Implement and lead project-specific VDC strategies to meet overall project objectives and goals.

+ Implement BIM and field layout processes on projects, with a particular focus on self-perform VDC activities where applicable.

+ Identify BIM and self-perform scopes of work and support BIM/VDC self-perform processes as needed.

+ Provide day-to-day leadership and supervision to others, as required, including mentoring and guiding team members.

+ Assume responsibility for day-to-day financial management of assigned scope by understanding the budget process, accurately forecasting, and limiting month-to-month fluctuations.

+ Maintain fiscal records and follow established procedures to ensure effective and efficient operations.

+ Understand the broader business plan and manage financial goals for VDC-related activities.

+ Proactively monitor and interpret ongoing financial performance and respond appropriately to variances.

+ Make operational decisions with an understanding of broader financial goals and constraints.

+ Foster a strong sense of teamwork in the work environment, using communication and conflict resolution skills to support collaboration.

+ Communicate and explain goals clearly, encouraging and motivating team performance and productivity in alignment with leadership direction.

+ Review owner requirements, budgets, schedules, and work assignments to assist leadership with effective resource management.

+ Provide on-the-job guidance and share subject matter expertise to support team member learning and development.

+ Work collaboratively and cross-functionally to obtain information and solve problems in support of team and project goals.

+ Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude, maintaining composure under pressure and modeling positive approaches to change.

+ Support organizational and departmental change initiatives related to VDC, BIM, and project delivery.

Essential Skills

+ Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.

+ Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey technical information.

+ Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

+ Intermediate ability to conduct effective presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

+ Knowledge of Lean processes and philosophy and how they apply to construction and VDC workflows.

+ Knowledge of organizational structures and available resources within a project or program environment.

+ Ability to quickly and effectively solve complex problems in a dynamic project setting.

+ Ability to interpret BIM project requirements and apply them to VDC processes and workflows.

+ Ability to lead project teams through the full VDC process from planning to execution.

+ Advanced ability to set up and establish project-specific VDC technology environments that support the project delivery strategy.

+ Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively within internal teams and with external partners.

+ Advanced proficiency with Autodesk BIM 360 Glue.

+ Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Construction Cloud.

+ Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Design Collaboration tools.

+ Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Revit (Architecture, Structure, and MEP).

+ Advanced proficiency with Autodesk AutoCAD.

+ Advanced proficiency with Autodesk Navisworks Manage, including clash detection workflows and related programs.

+ Advanced proficiency with Trimble SketchUp.

+ Intermediate proficiency with Bluebeam.

+ Intermediate proficiency with enterprise mobile solutions for field and project use.

+ Intermediate knowledge of laser scanning processes and how they integrate with BIM.

+ Intermediate proficiency with Trimble Tekla Structures, with advanced proficiency preferred for self-perform VDC focus.

+ Intermediate proficiency with Trimble Field Layout Solutions, with advanced proficiency preferred for self-perform VDC focus.

+ Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction science, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.

+ At least 5 years of construction or related experience.

+ At least 5 years of BIM-related experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Demonstrated ability to inspire a sense of team and foster a collaborative work environment.

+ Strong conflict resolution skills and the ability to maintain composure under pressure.

+ Experience reviewing owner requirements, budgets, schedules, and work assignments to support effective resource management.

+ Experience providing on-the-job guidance and mentoring to team members in VDC or BIM roles.

+ Demonstrated willingness and ability to work cross-functionally to obtain information and resolve project issues.

+ Experience supporting organizational or departmental change initiatives related to technology, process, or project delivery.

+ Familiarity with data center projects or similarly complex, technology-driven environments.

+ Experience using Bluebeam for document review, markup, and collaboration.

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