Traveling VDC Engineer - MSG - Data Centers

Turner Construction Company•Huntsville, AL

About The Position

This full-time traveling position supports 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 and leads reviews of design models for construction projects at project sites, collaborating with stakeholders and using VDC software tools. The role completes VDC coordination of project deliverables and partners with Preconstruction and Reality Capture teams on other VDC workflows, including simulation models and production tracking. The position is based in the Critical Facilities-Data Centers division, with a listed project location in Huntsville, Alabama, and requires 70–80% travel. Work may take place in offices, off-site venues, and construction sites. Construction-site work may involve moving mechanical parts, heights, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, and electrical-shock risk. The role requires compliance with company safety policies and applicable laws. Compensation is salaried exempt, with an estimated annual salary range of $115,000–$145,000. The employee regularly uses a computer and keyboard and is frequently required to sit, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach, talk, and hear. The role also involves regular mobility and occasional short- and long-distance travel. Lifting requirements are up to 10 pounds regularly and up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in VDC or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, plus an advanced degree and a minimum of 4 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 the ability to engage in collaborative professional and technical dialogue and tailor communications for non-technical audiences.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the 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), and 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.
Ability 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.
Familiarity with Adobe software such as Design Studio.
Experience with programming languages or platforms such as Unreal and Unity.

Responsibilities

Build collaborative professional relationships and communicate with teammates, trades, design partners, clients, and other stakeholders.
Follow standard operating procedures and perform 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 RFI processes.
Compile quantity variance reports for estimating and change management and conduct initial quality-control assessments.
Maintain a presence at construction jobsites, collaborate with stakeholders to resolve constructability issues, and communicate solutions 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 activities that build capability across 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.
Assist with deploying innovative VDC tools in a controlled environment and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.