Assistant VDC Manager - Federal

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company•Wilmington, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Whiting-Turner is seeking a self-motivated, collaborative, and confident individual to serve as an Assistant VDC Manager. This role involves leading multi-discipline BIM coordination efforts and managing the Virtual Building process for multiple projects, with a focus on promoting VDC adoption within Whiting-Turner’s Federal portfolio using BIM and other emerging technologies. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in leading BIM coordination efforts for a Subcontractor or General Contractor, with a strong preference for experience in the Federal sector.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of experience leading multi-discipline BIM coordination efforts for either a Subcontractor or General Contractor.
Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawings.
Proficient in interpreting construction schedules.
Intermediate knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems.
Adept in coordination management software used to aggregate BIMs and run conflict detection.
Ability to multi-task and work concurrently on multiple projects.
Excellent General Computing Skills.
Advanced knowledge of Autodesk products including Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks Manage.
Experience with cloud-based common data environments such as Sharepoint and Autodesk Forma and Desktop Connector.
Knowledge of BIM issue tracking software such as BIM Collaborate and Revizto.
Experience with 4D Scheduling Tools (Synchro, Fuzor or similar).

Nice To Haves

Work experience in the Federal sector is strongly preferred.
Thrive in a team environment contributing to both large projects and producing independent work.
Innately curious, forward-thinking personality to push innovative ideas in all aspects of daily tasks.

Responsibilities

Lead various project teams in the execution of a Virtual Building program.
Leverage BIM and other emerging technologies to promote VDC adoption within Whiting-Turner’s Federal portfolio.
Review RFPs and specifications for BIM requirements.
Develop BIM Execution Plans.
Evaluate Design Intent models for constructability and accuracy.
Create virtual simulations to validate and improve site logistics, safety concerns, building sequencing, and scheduling.
Develop BIM scope language for BIM participating trade partners.
Lead collaborative meetings with trade partners and designers to resolve above ceiling conflicts using virtual models.
Produce clash reports and action items for distribution to all BIM stakeholders.
Assist with Virtual mock-ups and gap modeling specific systems.
Generate and track RFIs resulting from the Virtual Build Process.
Develop composite shop drawing submittals.
Test new software programs and technologies and make recommendations on use for project-specific needs.