VDC Engineer I

The Beck Group•Dallas, TX

13d

About The Position

This position is part of Beck's Virtual Building Group. The VDC Engineer (Trade Code: VBG1) will be responsible for training and implementing Beck's Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) methodologies on multiple construction and design projects. Primary areas of focus are trade coordination, model analysis for project teams, model creation for project needs, and leveraging Beck's integrated workflows. A successful applicant is someone who has a high-level understanding of BIM principles as well as a strong understanding of construction industry practices. The candidate should have confidence in the ability to visualize in 3D space – primarily as it relates to building structures, building envelopes, and building systems.

Requirements

4-year degree (or no college experience may be considered given appropriate work experience.)
0-2 years of AEC industry experience. Internships/Co-Ops/Field experience included.
Core understanding of building systems, construction methods, installation procedures, and sequencing.
Entry-level proficiency with the Autodesk suite (particularly Navisworks and Revit) is required.
Interest in advancing construction coordination & management practices through the use of available tools and technology.
Proactively pursues personal development to remain proficient in the latest BIM technologies and programs.
Builds effective relationships with others that reflect and support company core values.
Ability to adjust communication approach and format to meet the needs of differing personalities, expectations, and types of clients and designers.
Ability to organize, format, and present to communicate progress, problems, or status in a clear, concise manner to the client, as well as members of the project and design teams.
Exhibits creativity in problem-solving and the development of new processes.

Nice To Haves

High-level understanding of BIM principles
Strong understanding of construction industry practices
Confidence in the ability to visualize in 3D space – primarily as it relates to building structures, building envelopes, and building systems.
Personal experiences to the table but follow the company's established means and methods.

Responsibilities

Understand, promote, and implement VDC standards, processes, and technologies.
Participate in ongoing collaboration among VDC personnel including the sharing of best practices and lessons learned.
Participation in the process of creating project-specific BIM Execution plans and lead the BIM implementation as defined by the plan.
Generate and/or manage models for 3D trade coordination using Navisworks.
Execute construction coordination utilizing the Navisworks clash detective. A successful candidate should be willing to look at all the building components holistically and understand what solutions are viable in the field. As an integrated (design-build) firm we emphasize the protection of design intent.
Lead the MEPFP coordination process (including running meetings) using the company's workflow. We don't believe in two-hour-long coordination meetings or file management being a time commitment in this position; therefore, we utilize Autodesk Docs, Autodesk Glue, and Procore BIM to streamline the process. This takes a once/twice a week process and turns it into an automated revolving door leaving you to intellectually stimulating work that will actually be enjoyed.
Perform constructability reviews and assist project teams with model reviews.
Basic modeling in Revit to support project teams. Ex: Ceiling grids, existing systems from a laser scan.
Produce slab penetration drawings for field use.
Manage and use other tools to facilitate project coordination, scheduling, programming, and collaboration platforms: Autodesk products (we have an enterprise suite, so play to your heart's desire), Bluebeam, Procore (including the BIM Suite), Sketchup, etc.
Provide internal training to design and construction teams.
Have a desire to tinker with research and development.
Conduct yourself professionally but don't be afraid to have fun with your co-workers. We are an energetic bunch.

Benefits

Robust coverage for medical, dental, vision, life & disability benefits
401k match
Free SmartDollar program for financial wellness
Free dedicated financial coach
Personal health & fitness program for tracking activities & earning rewards
Paid family leave
Health discounts on medical premiums
Free comprehensive health screenings
Free health coach program for weight-loss & hypertension management
Financial & behavioral support for family forming journeys (ex. Fertility, adoption, pregnancy, and parenthood).
Free Life Coach
Pet insurance discount
Organized projects and events to support our communities