BIM/VDC Manager

Suffolk Construction•Berwick, PA

About The Position

The Mission Critical Center of Excellence manages billions of dollars in projects annually, specializing in data center and mission-critical construction for leading technology and telecommunications clients across the United States. Focused on fast-paced, MEP-intensive projects, the group is recognized for delivering complex solutions while offering significant opportunities for career advancement within the thriving mission-critical construction industry. The Digital Engineering Group promotes a holistic approach to design and construction model-based services and technologies. The group defines the company strategy around the use of BIMs, data integration across models and departments, and cultural change across project teams to realize significant risk reduction on construction cost and schedule. This BIM/VDC Manager is responsible for managing Digital Engineering, Virtual Design & Construction, and Plan + Control for Suffolk’s Mission Critical business and brings together BIM, reality capture, and field technology to transform the way we plan, build and deliver Mission Critical projects. The role works closely with project teams to implement BIM in the field, perform QA/QC verification, and capture site conditions using advanced tools like laser scanning, photogrammetry, robotic total stations and drones. Executing these services on one or more Suffolk projects is the prime responsibility of this role. Must be able to travel.

Requirements

4-year degree in an accredited industry related curriculum.
Minimum 5-10 years of VDC related design and/or construction experience with demonstrated progression of technical knowledge and responsibilities.
Proven success leading VDC on multiple projects simultaneously, or one XL project.
Experience with different building types preferred.
Thorough understanding of general construction techniques and systems.
Ability to identify coordination issues and drive teams towards solutions.
Strong written and oral communication; skilled in teaching, training, and presentations.
Capability in 3D parametric modeling software and model coordination software.
Ability to produce quantity takeoff extraction, clash detection, 4D simulations integrating construction schedule, and rendering high images of models.
Hands-on experience with laser scanning, photogrammetry and/or UAV operations.
Maintains high service levels even when working under pressure.
Assumes high levels of personal accountability for the delivery of outcomes.
Is action-oriented, with a focus on setting and achieving goals, and is prepared to adapt plans to ensure the right outcome is achieved.
Collaborates actively and openly with others in order to solve problems and achieve beneficial outcomes for the business.
Monitors delivery; identifying, managing, or escalating potential risks.
Maintains responsibility for day-to-day interaction and relationships with all project stakeholders.
Develops a program of work and monitors activity, expenditures, and interdependencies against the plan.
Conducts regular project reviews and incorporates learnings into live projects.
Possesses expertise in selected relevant technology platforms and work practices.
Identifies and raises opportunities for new products, services, and experiences to enhance value for customers.
Possess a strong working knowledge of likely and potential risks and issues related to own area of expertise.
Communicates with impact; manages stakeholder relationships to drive improvements that benefit the projects and Suffolk.
Present as a credible and knowledgeable specialist in design, construction, VDC and emerging tech.
Role models optimism and a positive outlook, even during difficult situations, being future-and solution-focused.

Nice To Haves

FAA Part 107 certification (preferred, but not required).

Responsibilities

Manage the successful delivery of Digital Engineering, Virtual Design & Construction, and Plan + Control on multiple large and complex projects simultaneously.
Drive the coordination process hard, while understanding competing interests, creating a balanced outcome for all stakeholders.
Responsible for executing BIM Execution Plans and Digital Engineering strategies on Suffolk projects, including external stakeholder adherence to these plans.
Manage the delivery of and adherence to scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for Digital Engineering services for projects and pursuits.
Develop 3D, 4D, 5D, 6D, & 7D models to support pursuits, preconstruction, construction, and handover phases.
Develop 3D & 4D Site Safety & Logistics models; collecting data from projects sites and incorporating construction knowledge into plans.
Laser Scanning & Registration - perform field-based capture of 3D spatial point cloud data using laser scanners for use in existing conditions BIM development and the construction QA/QC.
Manage point cloud data, align scans to BIM models, and generate reports for quality assurance.
Operate robotic total stations for layout, verification, and as-built documentation.
Photogrammetry - perform field-based drone photography and 3D photogrammetry data capture. Requires successful passing of the FAA Part 107 UAS Operator Exam.
Support the Construction Technology Pilot process at a project level.
Ensure successful project team experiences with all approved 3 rd party vendors at a project level.
Collect, track, and report project data and KPIs; execute processes for continual improvement at a project level.
Provide training and support of software and tools to project teams.
Proactively develop and maintain relationships with new and existing project teams.