BIM/VDC Manager

Hedrick Brothers Construction•West Palm Beach, FL

19h

About The Position

Hedrick Brothers Construction is seeking a VDC Manager II to manage the VDC process across multiple concurrent projects of increasing complexity. The role provides leadership and coordination for VDC staff and serves as a liaison between departments, clients, and architects. The manager leads the VDC process on two or more concurrent projects and coordinates VDC Coordinators and other staff. The position leads project-specific VDC planning and standards, supports project modeling and coordination, and works with subcontractors and third-party VDC vendors. It also advises field teams on company processes and methods, resolves performance or disciplinary matters, and builds relationships with project team members.

Requirements

Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, or equivalent completion of a Construction Management Certificate Program.
At least 7 years of relevant experience.
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, Archicad, Autodesk Construction Cloud, Bluebeam, and Procore.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

Thorough understanding of project management control systems, including scheduling, cost control, procurement, and estimating.

Responsibilities

Lead VDC/BIM implementation plan meetings and establish project-specific VDC guidelines before bid or preconstruction services.
Establish and implement VDC procedures and techniques to support timely modeling and shop-drawing approval.
Lead adoption of VDC tools and processes; develop training materials and conduct software and procedure training.
Lead the VDC process on two or more concurrent projects and coordinate VDC Coordinators and staff.
Serve as Model Administrator for assigned projects and assist project teams with preconstruction services.
Collect, track, and report clash detection and RFI resolution with project teams during preconstruction.
Implement VDC technologies on large-scale projects, including 4D scheduling.
Monitor and manage modeling to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Determine required subcontractor participation and review and approve subcontractor adherence to VDC guidelines, including model submittal schedules and as-built updates for record sets and project closeout.
Ensure a successful project-team experience with approved third-party VDC vendors.
Advise and assist field teams with processes and methods defined by company standards.
Manage and resolve disputes, performance deficiencies, and matters requiring disciplinary action.
Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing project team members.