Traveling VDC Engineer - MSG - Data Centers

Turner Construction • Cincinnati, OH

5d • $115,000 - $145,000

About The Position

This is a full-time traveling assignment supporting Advanced Technology projects across the Data Center, Pharmaceutical, Industrial/Manufacturing, and EV/Battery/Renewables market segment groups. The Traveling VDC Engineer performs Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) processes, leads design-model reviews for construction projects at project sites in collaboration with stakeholders, uses VDC software tools, and completes coordination of project deliverables. The role also works with Preconstruction and Reality Capture teams on other VDC workflows, including simulation models and production tracking. Travel is required, with 70–80% travel indicated.

The role involves coordinating BIM and VDC activities with project teams, supporting constructability and quality-control work, and participating in a range of VDC services and innovative tool deployments. Work may take place in offices, off-site venues, and construction sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in VDC or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, with an advanced degree and at least four years of related experience or experience in a related role; equivalent education, training, and experience is also accepted.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
• Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and specifications related to VDC.
• Ability to develop specialized solutions and anticipate challenges, risks, and opportunities.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, including collaborative professional and technical dialogue with stakeholders and tailoring communications for non-technical audiences.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with ability to manage competing demands and meet deadlines and commitments.
• Ability to review and assess work, provide feedback, and prioritize responsibilities for oneself and others who are not direct reports.
• Basic scripting or coding skills, such as Dynamo or Python.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and collaboration tools, and working knowledge of BIM-based applications such as Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), AutoCAD, or similar BIM authoring and management tools.
• Familiarity with Reality Capture workflows, such as Autodesk ReCap and 3D point clouds.
• Ability to work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment.
• Familiarity with continuous-improvement culture, concepts, principles, methods, and tools.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Nice To Haves

• Continuing education credits for the CM-BIM designation are preferred.
• Familiarity with animation software such as Lumion or Twinmotion and Adobe software such as Design Studio is desired.
• Experience with programming languages or platforms such as Unreal and Unity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build professional relationships and communicate collaboratively with teammates, trades, design partners, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Follow standard operating procedures for VDC meeting coordination, file management, and document control.
• Conduct BIM coordination meetings, track action items, and support communication with the project VDC team.
• Perform VDC engineering tasks, including preparing and reviewing BIM coordination processes, concurrent submittals, and RFIs.
• Compile quantity variance reports for estimating and change management and conduct initial quality-control assessments.
• Maintain a presence at construction jobsites to collaborate on constructability solutions and communicate them to relevant parties.
• Collaborate with the VDC team to understand and execute the BIM Coordination schedule.
• Use knowledge of VDC processes and related software to implement BIM execution plans.
• Participate in other VDC services, including model-based takeoff, estimating practices, variance reporting, 4D modeling, schedule sequencing, production tracking, mixed reality (VR/AR), facilities management, drawing creation, and pursuit modeling.
• Help deploy innovative VDC tools in a controlled environment and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Financial benefits, including a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account.
• Wellness benefits.
• Voluntary legal plan and identity theft coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

What This Job Offers

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