Senior VDC Project Manager

McKinstry Co.•Seattle, WA

34d•$84,240 - $145,200

About The Position

McKinstry is seeking a Senior VDC Project Manager in Seattle, WA. This position is responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination, and execution of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and detailing activities across assigned detailing projects within the various construction related lines of business. This role manages the scope, schedule, budget and information transfer of virtual design efforts, ensuring seamless integration between detailing, pre-con, engineering, fabrication, and construction teams. Acting as the subject matter expert (SME) for BIM processes and tools, the VDC Project Manager provides leadership in coordination, technology implementation, and communication with both internal teams and external project stakeholders. Additional responsibilities may include: Assist with the development and management of the Detailing Approach to clearly define modeling scope, deliverables, and workflows aligned with project goals. Participate in the multi-trade coordination efforts, providing schedule insights and acting as the project BIM representative. Develop and maintain project detailing schedules that align with construction sequencing, fabrication deadlines, and coordination milestones. Monitor detailing budgets, track labor hours, and assist with manpower planning to allocate detailing resources efficiently to meet project demands and profitability targets. Serve as the main liaison between detailing teams, project managers, and clients to ensure clear communication and model-driven decision-making. Provide digital administrative support to ensure document control platforms (ACC, Procure, Bluebeam, Stratus, etc.) are operational, information is current, and team members can access all needed information to perform their duties to the highest level of efficiency. Implement and improve digital tools, workflows, and processes that enhance coordination, prefabrication, and field integration in collaboration with the broader Construction Technology teams. Oversee the production, review, and submission of model-based drawings and deliverables in compliance with internal standards and project requirements. Manage 3rd party project integrations when required for detailing support and content creation. Evaluate, integrate, and communicate all changes related to scope, schedule and/or budget, managing their cost and schedule impacts in coordination with the project team. Finalize as-built models, document lessons learned, and drive ongoing improvements in VDC practices for future projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of experience in BIM/VDC project management within the commercial MEP construction industry.
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC); familiarity with tools such as Revizto is a plus.
Strong understanding of MEP systems, fabrication workflows, and construction sequencing.
Proven experience managing detailing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional coordination.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.
Deep understanding of BIM workflows, model coordination, and data management.
Skilled in schedule, scope, and cost control specific to VDC deliverables.
Effective at leading diverse technical teams and maintaining clear communication across disciplines.
Proactive in identifying and resolving coordination, constructability, and modeling challenges.
Committed to advancing digital construction methods and driving operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

Assist with the development and management of the Detailing Approach to clearly define modeling scope, deliverables, and workflows aligned with project goals.
Participate in the multi-trade coordination efforts, providing schedule insights and acting as the project BIM representative.
Develop and maintain project detailing schedules that align with construction sequencing, fabrication deadlines, and coordination milestones.
Monitor detailing budgets, track labor hours, and assist with manpower planning to allocate detailing resources efficiently to meet project demands and profitability targets.
Serve as the main liaison between detailing teams, project managers, and clients to ensure clear communication and model-driven decision-making.
Provide digital administrative support to ensure document control platforms (ACC, Procure, Bluebeam, Stratus, etc.) are operational, information is current, and team members can access all needed information to perform their duties to the highest level of efficiency.
Implement and improve digital tools, workflows, and processes that enhance coordination, prefabrication, and field integration in collaboration with the broader Construction Technology teams.
Oversee the production, review, and submission of model-based drawings and deliverables in compliance with internal standards and project requirements.
Manage 3rd party project integrations when required for detailing support and content creation.
Evaluate, integrate, and communicate all changes related to scope, schedule and/or budget, managing their cost and schedule impacts in coordination with the project team.
Finalize as-built models, document lessons learned, and drive ongoing improvements in VDC practices for future projects.

Benefits

Competitive pay
401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
Paid time off and holidays
Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums
Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
Transgender inclusive benefits
Commuter benefits
Pet insurance
"Building Good" paid community service time
Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers