VDC Engineer (New Jersey) NJBU 2026

Turner Construction Company•Bridgewater, NJ

3d•$93,000 - $144,000

About The Position

The VDC Engineer performs Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) processes and leads the review of design models for construction projects at the project site, collaborating with relevant stakeholders and using VDC software tools. The role completes VDC coordination of project deliverables and partners with Preconstruction and Reality Capture teams on other workflows, including simulation models and production tracking. The position works collaboratively with teammates, trades, design partners, clients, and other stakeholders. It conducts BIM coordination, supports VDC engineering and project documentation processes, assesses constructability and quality-control issues, and helps deploy innovative VDC tools. The role also develops exposure to additional VDC services and workflows to support continuous improvement. The role may be performed at office locations or off-site venues and regularly at construction sites. Site conditions may include moving mechanical parts, heights, fumes or airborne particles, outdoor weather, electrical-shock risk, and moderate-to-loud noise. Travel is required as needed. The estimated annual salary range is $93,000–$144,000 USD.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in VDC or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, or equivalent education, training, and experience; the posting also references an advanced degree and a minimum of 4 years of related experience or experience in a related role.
Able 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 self and others who are not direct reports.
Basic scripting or coding skills, such as Dynamo or Python.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications and collaboration tools, and working knowledge of BIM applications such as Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), and AutoCAD or similar 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.
Able 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 tools such as Design Studio.
Experience with programming languages or platforms such as Unreal or 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, concurrent submittal, and RFI processes.
Compile quantity variance reports for estimating and change management and conduct initial quality-control assessments.
Work at construction sites with stakeholders to identify constructability solutions and communicate them to relevant parties.
Collaborate with the VDC team to understand and execute the BIM Coordination schedule.
Use VDC processes and related software to implement BIM execution plans.
Participate in activities and develop capability across other VDC services, such as model-based takeoff, estimating, variance reporting, 4D modeling, schedule sequencing, production tracking, mixed reality (VR/AR), facilities management, drawing creation, and pursuit modeling.
Assist with controlled deployment of innovative VDC tools and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.