VDC Engineer - Augusta

Turner Construction Company•Augusta, GA

10d

About The Position

Perform Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) processes, lead review of design models for construction projects on project sites in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, use various VDC software tools, and complete VDC coordination of project deliverables. Perform other VDC workflows in partnership with Preconstruction and Reality Capture teams, including simulation models and production tracking. The role involves coordinating BIM activities and project documentation, supporting construction teams in resolving constructability issues, and working with stakeholders to implement BIM execution plans. The employee may work at office locations and off-site venues, including construction sites, and must comply with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Travel is required as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited degree program in Virtual Design and Construction or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, with an advanced degree and a minimum of 4 years of related experience or experience in a related role, or equivalent education, training, and experience.
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.
Able 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-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.
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 software such as Design Studio is desired.
Experience with programming languages or platforms such as Unreal and Unity is a plus.

Responsibilities

Build professional relationships and communicate collaboratively with teammates, trades, design partners, clients, and other relevant 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.
Develop a presence at construction jobsites to collaborate with stakeholders on constructability solutions and communicate them 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 other VDC services to develop the ability to complete deliverables, such as model-based takeoff, estimating practices, variance reporting, 4D modeling, schedule sequencing, production tracking, mixed reality (VR/AR), facilities management, drawing creation, and pursuit modeling.
Understand the potential value of innovative VDC tools, assist in deploying them in a controlled environment, and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.