Senior VDC Manager

DPR•Phoenix, AZ

10d

About The Position

DPR Construction is seeking to fill a Virtual Design & Construction, Senior Manager . A successful candidate will lead development, implementation and support of all VDC processes across the region. The primary objective for this individual is to scale established VDC initiatives to be further leveraged by project teams both in the office and field, and supporting model-based project management, process workflows, and construction technology deployment for region.

Requirements

Influence stakeholders face-to-face, and indirectly, whether through verbal or written communication
Plan, organize, and execute activities
Plan and organize VDC strategy on a per project basis
Anticipate potential problems and to redesign processes and systems to minimize their reoccurrence – risk mitigation
Research, analyse, evaluate and apply information to support BIM/VDC operations and corporate direction
Identify, develop, monitor and improve client services; foster leadership and innovation
Build credibility and rapport with stakeholders both within the organisation and outside, in such a way as to develop trust and cooperation. including the ability to design and execute deliverable so that expectations are effectively managed
Lead, drive, and influence change
Experience In Working with others in a team environment to achieve successful outcomes
Managing and guiding multiple offices and regions to attain Company’s objectives
Identifying and hiring resources with high level acumen and personal skill sets
Strategic planning and execution with milestone goal setting
Creating and supporting internal services related to VDC platform
Creating and reviewing BIM contract language
Experience in managing multiple priorities and making choices about time
Budget management and allocation of funds
Advanced BIM practice and standards
Project management principles
Basic level business management skill
Information management and data processing
Innovative initiative(s) (laser scan, RTLS, UAS, robotics, gamification, 3D printing. etc.)
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in the AEC industry
Have 7-10+ years’ experience working a BIM or VDC-related role
7-10+ years in the field of design, engineering, or construction
7-10+ years of managing multiple offices/regions/projects
Advanced level software knowledge in Autodesk packages (i.e.: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, etc.) and other platforms
Understanding of Lean Construction principles
Take Care of People
Lead People by Influence
Deliver Results and Accountability
Focus on customers
Improve our business through lessons learned
Develop best practices
Drive innovation and continuous improvement
Collaborate
Communicate
Develop yourself
Lead teams

Responsibilities

Responsible for strategic tactical deployment of VDC initiatives and VDC technology platform(s) / solutions
Review any risk or value for the organization by analysing requirements, contract, and evaluation documents
Applies risk management principles to VDC opportunities and projects to identify and mitigate risks
Provides management and support services by monitoring performance against Project Execution Plans, Client and project needs, and instituting remedial actions when required
Participate in the development of the regional VDC strategic plan
Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external clients that facilitate effective and efficient VDC processes
Provide leadership to regional/local department heads in a fashion that supports the company’s culture, mission and values
Management of local Project VDC Managers & Engineers
The creation of KPI’s and metrics to evaluate and determine value, impact, ROI of established VDC initiatives
Manage and participate in data gathering and analysis of metrics for regional and local VDC growth
Coordinates and provides timely and value-added services to internal/external clients
Facilitates the sharing of knowledge and experience across the organisation through various forms
Nurture existing strategic partnerships and seek to establish new partnerships related to education leadership locally, regionally, and globally
Helping develop the infrastructure needed to monitor goals, objectives and business plans
Develop and document tasks, timelines and milestones, facilitating group meetings and documenting group findings