Senior VDC Manager

Suffolk Construction•Las Vegas, NV

1d•$113,000 - $158,000

About The Position

Overview Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates, and invests. We provide value across the entire project lifecycle through our core construction management services and complementary business lines in real estate investment, design, self-perform construction, and technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies). By integrating data, artificial intelligence, and advanced technology through our Seamless Platform, we connect design, construction, and operations to deliver smarter, more predictable results and redefine how America builds. Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $8 billion in annual revenue, 3,000 employees, and 17 offices, including Boston (headquarters), New York City, Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Estero, Dallas, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Las Vegas, Herndon, U.S. Virgin Islands, and other key markets. Suffolk manages some of the most complex and transformative projects in the country, serving clients across healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, aviation, transportation, government, mission critical, and commercial sectors. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook , Twitter , LinkedIn , YouTube , and Instagram . The Role: 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. Leveraging the design, engineering, and construction knowledge of Suffolk and Suffolk Design, the Digital Engineering Team is charged with executing Virtual Design & Construction, Plan + Control, and creating innovative solutions in tech and process to ensure Suffolk is the best contractor in every region it operates.

Requirements

4-year degree in an accredited industry related curriculum.
Minimum 6+ years of VDC related design and/or construction experience with demonstrated progression of technical knowledge and responsibilities.
Previous experience in aviation construction is a must.
Proven success leading VDC on multiple large and complex projects simultaneously.
Experience with complex projects and different building types required.
Substantial understanding of general construction techniques and systems.
Ability to identify coordination issues, propose solutions, and drive teams towards solutions.
Advanced capability in 3D parametric modeling software and model coordination software.
Ability to produce quantity takeoff extraction, clash detection, creation of custom Revit families, 4D simulations integrating construction schedule, and rendering high quality images of models.
Proven capability with mentoring and training; experience managing direct reports preferred.
Strong written and oral communication; skilled in teaching, training, and presentations.

Responsibilities

Manage the successful delivery of Digital Engineering, Virtual Design & Construction, and Plan + Control for Suffolk’s Las Vegas office.
Develop BIM Execution Plans and Digital Engineering strategies that achieve/exceed Suffolk and our clients’ goals.
Develop 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.
Manage DE/VDC/P+C on multiple large and complex projects simultaneously.
Drive the coordination process hard, while understanding competing interests, creating a balanced outcome for all stakeholders.
Ensure successful project team experiences with all approved 3rd party vendors.
Collect, track, and report project data and KPIs; implements processes for continual improvement.
Create reports and presentations on analytical findings for delivery to senior management.
Provide training and support of software and tools to project teams.
Proactively develop and maintain relationships with new and existing project teams.
Manage a growing team focused on customer (project teams) and client success and satisfaction.
Responsible for excellence in delivery every time.