VDC Engineer II (Phoenix, AZ) - Austin Commercial

Austin Careers • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Put your expertise and VDC skills to work at Austin Commercial. Austin Commercial is currently seeking a VDC Engineer for projects in Phoenix, AZ . We set the standard for commercial construction and we are looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a stake in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It! The VDC (Virtual Design and Construction) Engineer will work in Austin’s Construction Technology Department assisting office and field staff with the implementation of BIM/ VDC processes and services. We are looking for a self-starter ready to embrace the technological challenges presented by our projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, or related AEC fields
• 3+ years’ experience implementing BIM/VDC services & processes on construction projects
• Intermediate-Advanced understanding of Autodesk Revit, and Autodesk Navisworks Manage
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to the following BIM software considered a bonus; Assemble, Synchro 4D,
• Exposure to the following scheduling software considered a bonus; Primavera P6, Microsoft Project

Responsibilities

• Functions as the BIM/VDC “Model Administrator” on assigned projects
• Implements Austin Commercial BIM/VDC processes on assigned projects
• Spends time at the jobsite implementing BIM/VDC field construction processes on assigned projects
• Supports BIM/VDC project staff training on assigned projects
• Markets BIM/VDC services internally and externally
• Presents BIM/VDC projects and services at industry related conferences and forums
• Stays current on what is being marketed/executed by our competition locally
• Creates models, including site logistics, structure, interior/exterior architecture, and MEP/FP systems as needed
• Validates model quality and accuracy
• Performs model revisions and manages model distribution
• Creates custom model components and families as needed
• Creates, revises, and maintains 4D schedules
• Develops and maintains BIM/VDC coordination schedules on assigned projects
• Manages and distributes BIM/VDC coordination files on assigned projects
• Leads and/or Manages the BIM/VDC coordination effort, identifying areas of conflict and leads conflict resolution
• Tracks and reports on BIM/VDC coordination progress and efficiency
• Creates and distributes coordination meeting minutes
• Assists in BIM/VDC shop and field use drawing production and review
• Creates dimensioned drawings from the model for field use as needed
• Supports BIM/VDC layout on projects and assists in field as-built verification
• Validates model accuracy for model-based quantity takeoff
• Creates model-based quantity surveys for estimate verification
• Models components as needed for accurate quantity takeoff
• Ability to support an FM implementation strategy based on the Owner’s needs and future goals
• Supports the training of the Owner’s FM staff on implementation of FM software and workflows as required

Benefits

• We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.
• We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees