Director, Design Technology & VDC

Vestal Corporation•Creve Coeur, MO

7d•$105,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Design Technology & VDC develops Design Technology and VDC capabilities throughout the company. The role supports company VDC vision, strengthens BIM skills and practices, and promotes efficient team use of VDC tools. Work is performed in a Vestal Corporation office with frequent site visits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 5 years of experience with BIM software.
Experience with and understanding of Engineering, Architecture, and Construction terminology.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Civil 3D, ReCap Pro, Dynamo, Python, and Grasshopper.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Effective time management, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
Ability to interact effectively with co-workers, clients, vendors, and other business contacts.
Curiosity and willingness to keep up with technological developments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with LiDAR equipment.
Master-level proficiency with Navisworks and Revizto.
Ability to read and understand 2D and 3D drawings.

Responsibilities

Work with discipline directors to identify, recruit, train, mentor, and provide career direction to discipline-based BIM coordinators.
Monitor and report progress in technology and innovation implementation.
Lead VDC readiness to support lean construction concepts such as prefabrication.
Identify opportunities to improve performance, including interoperability with client and consumer platforms such as Procore.
Maintain, implement, monitor, and adjust Vestal CAD/BIM standards and procedures.
Maintain membership in and participate in selected applicable professional organizations, and encourage others in BIM careers to do the same.
Maintain automation and scripting using Dynamo, Python, and Grasshopper.
Maintain interoperability among Revit, Plant 3D, and Civil 3D.
Lead onboarding of new BIM resources.
Develop and implement compliance, monitoring, and training programs to ensure the team uses VDC tools efficiently.
Work with the Director of IT regarding IT systems requirements.
Comply with company Quality Control and Project Management procedures.
Promote a positive working environment in support of organizational goals.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Support development of the company’s long- and short-range VDC vision.
Monitor VDC security.
Update and publish reports.
Comply with Vestal Corporation’s core values to support safe and efficient business operations and sound relationships among and with employees.