Associate Vice President/VDCO Practice Leader

The LiRo Group•New York, NY

20d•Onsite

About The Position

LiRo-Hill is hiring an Associate Vice President/VDCO Practice Leader for its New York City office in lower Manhattan. The Virtual Design & Construction Operations (VDCO) team is part of the LiRo Spatial Intelligence (LSI) Group, alongside GIS and Survey. The practice integrates technology and innovation for the built environment and delivers complex infrastructure and commercial building projects using services such as BIM, reality capture, 3D coordination, project controls, data analytics, and BIM implementation consulting. The role leads the VDCO practice’s strategy, people, operations, technical delivery, and business development. The leader will develop the practice’s long-term vision, build and mentor a high-performing team, oversee project execution and quality standards, and advance digital transformation and technology adoption across the firm. The role also builds client relationships, pursues new markets and services, and represents LiRo-Hill in industry settings. Candidates must be authorized to work in the USA; visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or an AEC-related discipline.
At least 12 years of progressive experience in VDC and digital transformation services.
Proven experience integrating 3D/BIM technologies into multidisciplinary design and construction workflows.
Demonstrated experience managing clients, projects, and major programs.
Deep understanding of LiDAR, BIM modeling, 3D mapping, digital modeling, dashboard development, and cross-model coordination.
Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, MicroStation, and point cloud processing tools.
Strategic leadership ability to drive digital innovation in an established AEC environment.
Strong communication, client relationship, and business development skills.
Must be authorized to work in the USA; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Professional Land Surveyor (PLS), GISP, or related professional certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a long-term vision and goals for the VDCO practice aligned with firm-wide goals.
Mentor, recruit, and develop a high-performing VDCO team, and foster innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration across departments.
Oversee training, mentorship, and staff certification programs across the practice.
Drive adoption of emerging VDCO technologies, including reality capture, scan-to-BIM automation, asset management solutions, digital twins, and data analytics.
Support development and use of machine learning tools, artificial intelligence, custom software applications, and other efficiency and innovation solutions.
Support integration of VDCO, survey, and GIS workflows to improve design accuracy, field-to-model connectivity, and project delivery efficiency.
Partner with senior executives to integrate and deploy VDCO solutions across the company.
Oversee VDCO modeling projects from scoping through delivery.
Establish and maintain quality assurance standards for data collection, processing, and integration across networks and systems.
Manage staff and resources efficiently while maintaining technical standards and schedule performance.
Direct development and implementation of standard operating procedures, software standards, and data management policies.
Build and strengthen relationships with public agencies, utilities, transportation departments, and private developers.
Identify and pursue new markets and service offerings using VDCO technologies and digital transformation for asset management services.
Lead proposal development, interviews, and presentations for VDCO pursuits.
Represent the firm in professional and industry associations.
Develop and implement the strategic plan for growth of the VDCO practice.
Support growth in VDC revenue and profitability, firmwide digital capabilities and adoption, staff retention and professional development, client satisfaction, repeat business, and technical leadership.