VDC Manager

Description

• Oversee the creation, management, and validation of layout points for use in robotic total station and GPS layout.
• Collaborate with design teams, engineers, and subcontractors to manage model-based coordination throughout design and construction.
• Working with others in a team environment to achieve successful outcomes
• Standardize naming conventions, file transfer procedures, and collaboration workflows between internal teams and external partners.
• Creating and supporting internal services related to VDC platforms
• Support field integration of BIM tools, tablets, and 3D model viewers for layout verification and field coordination.
• Collaborate with project teams on their specific project VDC needs
• Lead project-specific VDC efforts, including BIM coordination, model review, clash detection, and constructability analysis.
• 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
• Responsible for deployment of VDC initiatives and VDC technology platforms
• Ensure data integrity and model accuracy across platforms and disciplines.
• Coordinates and provides value add services to projects benefiting all project stakeholders
• Support preconstruction and estimating teams by integrating model-based quantities and visualization tools.
• Coordinate laser scanning operations using Faro Focus Scanners, including scan planning, registration, and as-built model production.
• Applies critical thinking and risk management principals to drive productivity and mitigate project risks
• Develop and share best practices for digital layout, model coordination, and model-based communication.
• Manage robotic total station workflows, including setup, calibration, and data transfer between office and field teams.
• Implement QA/QC processes for verifying work in place using point clouds, models, and total station data.
• Maintain organized electronic file systems for model versions, point files, and scan data in platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, or Trimble Connect.
• Develop project-specific VDC execution plans and ensure alignment with company standards and client expectations
• Provide VDC training and support for field engineers, project teams, and subcontractors.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to lead coordination meetings and drive accountability with subcontractor teams
• Understanding of file exchange formats (DWG, RVT, IFC, CSV, NWC/NWD, etc.).
• Proactive problem solver capable of working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Experience with robotic total stations (Trimble, Topcon, or Leica) and associated layout workflows.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a VDC or BIM management role within the construction industry.
• Professional experience in both design and construction environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (4-year degree preferred).
• Strong Integrity and Ethics- “Always Does the Right Thing”
• Experience implementing VDC standards across multiple projects
• Ability to analyze and improve through lessons learned
• Strong communicator able to translate technical information to field and non-technical personnel.
• Experience in managing multiple priorities and making choices about time
• Familiar with Procore, Bluebeam, and model-based coordination workflows.
• Demonstrate business management skills
• Skilled in laser scanning with Faro Focus scanners and point cloud registration software (e.g., Faro Scene, Sphere XG and Recap).
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Strong Understanding of Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems
• Knowledge of scripting or automation (Dynamo, Python, etc.) a plus
• Passion for advancing digital construction tools and continuous process improvement.
• Willingness to learn construction means and methods and new VDC technologies and software
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Benefits

• Life Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Gym Reimbursement
• 401(K) matching
• Short Term Disability

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance