Sr VDC Engineer

Gilbane Building Company • New York, NY

17h • $130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking a Senior VDC Engineer to lead constructability and coordination tasks on projects using technology and established processes. The role works in the office and on job sites as determined by project needs. The Senior VDC Engineer independently completes VDC coordination and reality capture processes with little supervision, supports company VDC standards, and is responsible for the quality and execution of day-to-day project VDC deliverables and processes.

The position combines building discipline models into coordination models, reviews them for constructability issues using clash detection, and coordinates issue resolution with project teams. It also uses 3D design software and reality capture technologies such as laser scanning and drones. The engineer may assist with project coordination schedules, mentors less experienced team members, and works with business development to support project pursuits, client deliverables, and relationships.

The role offers training through Gilbane University and opportunities to develop leadership and technical skills while working with an experienced team. Salary is based on factors including location, skills, education, and experience. In New York City, the salary range is $130,000–$160,000, plus benefits and a retirement program. Qualified applicants offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Information Modeling (BIM), or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3–6 years of VDC Coordination experience.
• Experience supporting or independently executing VDC coordination and reality capture processes, including technologies such as laser scanning and drones.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong time-management and analytical skills.
• Strong knowledge of BIM and design software, complex design concepts, and integrated building components and systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment while coaching and mentoring VDC engineers.
• Ability to create 3D coordination models to facilitate the coordination process.
• Strong proficiency with reality capture hardware, software, and processes.
• Strong proficiency with 3D software and ability to model, dissect, and leverage the software for construction purposes.
• Ability to read construction schedules and connect activities to VDC deliverables.
• Ability to prioritize project tasks to meet VDC deliverable deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate areas of subject matter expertise.

Responsibilities

• Independently complete VDC coordination and reality capture processes with little supervision.
• Support implementation of Baseline and Enterprise VDC standards.
• Apply Building Information Modeling (BIM) Standards and Specifications (BS&S) and the BIM Execution Plan (BEP) on projects.
• Own the quality and execution of day-to-day VDC project deliverables and processes, and relay project issues and staffing or equipment challenges to the VDC Manager as needed.
• Assist in drafting project coordination schedules and review them with the VDC Manager as needed.
• Coach and mentor less experienced team members in other regions and Business Units.
• Communicate with internal and external project teams and facilitate meetings to resolve project issues and review schedules or other project documentation.
• Use 3D design software to identify, communicate, and resolve project challenges.
• Use reality capture technology, such as laser scanning and drones, to support project deliverables.
• Combine all building discipline models into the coordination model.
• Review coordination models for constructability issues using clash detection capabilities.
• Assign responsible parties for issue resolution and verify and document resolutions with meeting minutes, submittals, RFIs, and updated models.
• Display areas of subject matter expertise.
• Gain exposure to various project delivery methods and market sectors and how to apply VDC.
• Participate in Business Unit office and department activities, including orientation programs, training sessions, and peer group meetings.
• Manage 2–4 project VDC deliverables under little supervision.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Collaborate with business development to integrate VDC with sales strategies, including performance metrics for assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables.
• Participate in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships and position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice.”

Benefits

• Competitive health and welfare benefits.
• Generous profit-sharing and 401(k) plan.
• Training opportunities through Gilbane University, including leadership and technical skills development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior