Regional VDC Manager

Loenbro•Franklin, TN

About The Position

The Regional VDC Manager manages and develops Loenbro’s Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) program for major commercial and industrial projects. The role aims to improve company effectiveness and efficiency through strategic implementation of BIM processes, coordination, and technology. The manager leads and develops the regional VDC department, ensures projects meet VDC goals, establishes regional standards, coordinates with other regions and departments, and represents the regional division in technology planning. The position reports to the Regional Pre-Job Planning Manager and supervises regional Detailers, Coordinators, Senior Coordinators, and other regional VDC staff. The work schedule is 7:00 AM–5:00 PM Monday through Thursday and 7:00 AM–3:00 PM Friday. Work outside those hours may be required to meet department deliverables. The role combines office, jobsite, and other remote work. Jobsite visits may involve physical activities and access to construction areas by ladders and stairs. The work environment is usually moderately noisy, and personal protective equipment is required.

Requirements

Associate or bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, computer-aided drafting, or a related field; certifications and equivalent experience may be considered.
At least 6 years of progressive experience as a BIM/VDC project lead in the construction industry.
Expertise in BIM software applications, including Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and other relevant software platforms and plug-ins.
Functional knowledge of Total Station tools for field layout.
Understanding of construction processes, project lifecycles, and electrical construction practices.
Proficiency with cloud-based collaboration platforms.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a team and independently with minimal supervision.
Must pass a drug test and background check and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with company policy.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including standing, walking, sitting, handling tools or objects, reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, crawling, climbing, kneeling, balancing, pushing, and pulling.
Ability to access construction work areas via ladders and stairs.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Plan, allocate resources, track, and forecast assigned regional project work.
Ensure assigned projects meet their VDC goals.
Develop, document, and maintain BIM/VDC processes, policies, procedures, standards, and management plans.
Lead regional coordinators and detailers, providing guidance, mentorship, training, and development.
Maintain connectivity and share best practices with VDC teams in other regions.
Coordinate model setup and templates with specific trades and work toward division-wide standard processes.
Work with the Pre-Job Planning Manager and stakeholders on standardization that supports prefabrication and field installation.
Support estimating by preparing estimates for project pursuits when requested by Estimating and Sales.
Provide guidance and coordination on BIM project and client requirements and delivery methods.
Determine project scope and level of effort, including the completeness and precision required for project elements.
Manage third-party VDC/BIM companies subcontracted by Loenbro.
Manage project- and department-level costs.
Perform modeling and project coordination when other company initiatives do not take priority, using internal or external resources as needed to meet department goals.
Monitor industry trends and BIM/VDC technology advancements, recommending and implementing improvements.
Represent the regional division in future technology and integration planning.
Coordinate with IT and vendors on subscriptions, licenses, software, and equipment.
Provide day-to-day support for BIM software and maintain drawing templates.
Meet with project teams to discuss questions and resolve project problems.
Monitor projects for errors and enforce model cleanup and company standards.
Act as the regional subject matter expert on VDC/BIM standards and implementation.
Promote VDC across departments and provide education and training on BIM/VDC best practices.
Direct and educate others in clash-detection systems and procedures.
Hire new team members for the regional VDC division.
Create and maintain onboarding guidance materials for new VDC team members.
Represent Loenbro professionally with clients, subcontractor representatives, and internal stakeholders.
Demonstrate the company’s PACT values: People, Advance Process, Community, and Trusting Relationships.