VDC Engineer (New Jersey) NJBU 2026

Turner Construction•Bridgewater Township, NJ

4d•$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 project sites, collaborating with relevant stakeholders and using VDC software tools. The role completes VDC coordination of project deliverables and supports other VDC workflows in partnership with Preconstruction and Reality Capture teams, including simulation models and production tracking. The position works collaboratively with teammates, trades, design partners, clients, and other stakeholders; coordinates BIM meetings and workflows; and helps address constructability issues at construction sites. It also participates in other VDC services and helps deploy innovative tools in a controlled environment, capturing lessons learned for continuous improvement. Travel is required as needed. The role may be performed at office locations and off-site venues, and regularly involves work at construction sites.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in VDC or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, with a minimum of 4 years of related experience or experience in a related role; equivalent education, training, and experience is also accepted.
Ability 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.
Strong 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 oneself and others who are not direct reports.
Basic scripting or coding skills, such as Dynamo or Python.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and collaboration tools, and working knowledge of BIM-based applications such as Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), 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.
Willingness 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 applications 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 stakeholders.
Follow standard operating procedures for VDC meeting coordination, file management, and document control.
Conduct BIM coordination meetings, track action items, and support communication with the project VDC team.
Prepare and review BIM coordination processes, concurrent submittals, and RFI processes.
Compile quantity variance reports for estimating and change management, and conduct initial quality control assessments.
Work at construction sites 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 VDC process knowledge and related software to implement BIM execution plans.
Participate in other VDC services and develop the ability to complete related 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.
Assist in deploying innovative VDC tools in a controlled environment and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Perform other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.