Assistant VDC Manager

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Assist with the implementation of the BIM process on specific projects throughout preconstruction and construction
  • Assist in the development and execution Project Specific VDC Service Plans and BIM Execution Plans
  • Develop, manipulate, and maintain 3D models for specific projects for use during preconstruction and construction
  • Analyze models provided by Architects and Design Engineers & adjust for internal use in Estimating and Construction Operations
  • Participate in VDC Team meetings & national conferences
  • Participate in the progression of VDC Department initiatives working to develop and implement new technology and associated workflows.
  • Assist in the VDC process to utilize models for Estimating with tasks such as:
    • Perform and Document Quantity take-off reports
    • Generate 3D/4D Site logistics plans
    • Create 4D visualizations to communicate Schedule and sequence of work
    • Create/ Render Virtual mockups
    • Create Presentation material/ visual aids
    • Perform Design Model constructability reviews
  • Assist in the VDC process to support Construction Operations with tasks such as:
    • Model content as needed to support clash detection efforts
    • Assist lead VDC Coordinators in the coordination of work with subcontractors utilizing Navisworks and/or BIM360 Glue
    • Run clash detection, document clashes, and track throughout construction
    • Maintain/Assist project team with COBie execution if required by project
    • Work with Field Engineers and Subcontractors to establish Trimble layout points in model
    • Provide regular QA/QC field walks to ensure field installations match coordinated models
    • Record and Report project data for case studies and End of Job Reports
    • Participate in VDC services job closing meetings and engage in plus/delta exercises

Education - Skills - Knowledge - Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction
  • Proficiency with Autodesk Revit Suite, Navisworks, AutoCad, SketchUp is required
  • Proficiency of Windows and Microsoft Office is required
  • Experience with Tekla, Assemble Systems, BIM360, Lumion, Solibri, Dynamo, Synchro, 3DS Max, Photoshop, Illustrator, & Inventor is a plus
  • Programming language knowledge is a plus (Python, C++, Java, HTML)
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills
  • Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals
  • Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed
  • Ability to work well as a part of a team and independently
  • Ability to pick up new software quickly on regular basis