VDC Engineer / Specialist

W.E. O'Neil Construction•El Segundo, CA

1d•$75,000 - $100,000

About The Position

W.E. O’Neil is seeking a VDC Engineer to lead Virtual Design & Construction at the project level. This hands-on role works directly with project teams on day-to-day VDC activities, including coordination, clash resolution, reality capture, and verifying completed field work against the coordination model. The position manages project technology and contributes to decisions that shape field construction. The role is based in Los Angeles, California, and reports to the Regional VDC Manager. It collaborates with project teams, Marketing, Business Development, and IT.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
At least 3 years of relevant experience in VDC or a related field.
Proficiency in Forma Admin (ACC), Forma Docs, Forma Coordination, Navisworks, Revit, and AutoCAD.
Experience with reality capture technologies and related software, such as laser scanning and drone operations.
Skill in clash review and issue creation.
Ability to lead meetings effectively and communicate clearly with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams.
Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
High attention to detail when verifying work in place.
Ability to solve problems under deadlines, with a high degree of integrity and accountability.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and use reality capture equipment, including drones, laser scanners, and 360 cameras.
Clean background check required.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in other industry software.
Part 107 drone certification.
Autodesk certifications.

Responsibilities

Lead coordination meetings and drive issue resolution with project teams, subcontractors, and clients.
Manage on-site reality capture, including laser scanning, drone operations, and Cupix.
Review clashes and create issues in the coordination model.
Manage coordination deliverables, including deck penetrations, horizontal penetrations, pad drawings, RCPs, and overhead drawings.
Verify work in place against the coordination model.
Implement VDC tools and procedures on assigned projects.
Work with Marketing, Business Development, and IT as needed.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Bonus program.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
PTO and sick leave.
Life insurance.
401(k) with match.
Student debt assistance program.
Employee ownership through an ESOP.
Opportunity to lead VDC at the project level and see coordination implemented in the field.
Access to reality capture tools, including laser scanners, drones, and 360 cameras.
Direct participation on the project team with support from a regional VDC leader.