VDC Engineer
About The Position
The VDC Engineer supports the organization’s use of technology throughout the project lifecycle, partnering with Preconstruction and Operations teams on design-assist projects from preconstruction through project turnover. The role helps teams build projects digitally to identify and resolve issues before construction, and collaborates across disciplines to evaluate scenarios and improve decisions and processes. The position supports digital deliverables and workflows such as visual mock-ups, logistics and phasing plans, 4D schedules, trade coordination, clash detection, construction aides, model development, quantity take-offs, and as-built documentation. It also provides technical support for in-house applications, helps manage model changes, and assists project teams in establishing and applying project-specific VDC strategies and standards. Work is primarily indoors in a main office or construction-site field office, with occasional outdoor work in varying weather and exposure to construction-site noise and safety hazards. The role may involve light travel, generally an occasional day trip or overnight trip to project sites, and the work environment is described as demanding and fast-paced.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in the construction industry, particularly in design and/or VDC/BIM-related processes.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture.
- Ability to effectively manage and multitask VDC operations and processes on 2–3 projects.
- Ability to collaborate, understand complex processes, and produce solutions.
- Ability to understand, communicate, and explain technical processes and programs to everyday users.
- Ability to speak and present professionally, internally and externally.
- Ability to lead VDC efforts and be led by project leadership roles.
Nice To Haves
- Certifications in VDC/BIM or related fields.
Responsibilities
- Support Preconstruction and Operations teams in developing deliverables such as visual mock-ups, logistics plans, phasing plans, 4D schedules, trade coordination and clash detection, and construction aides.
- Collaborate with Preconstruction and Operations teams to solve problems using digital production software.
- Use innovative and integrated approaches to manipulate and create building models.
- Compare and analyze models and construction documents with precision.
- Provide technical support for in-house applications, including BIM 360, Revit, FormIt, Navisworks Manage, P6, Procore, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
- Coordinate schematic- and detailed-level models across Civil, Structural, Architectural, MEP, and other disciplines.
- Identify construction conflicts and incomplete or ambiguous design information.
- Manage model changes through design updates and as-built conditions.
- Collaborate with Preconstruction teams on quantity take-offs using VDC software.
- Document job progress and schedules within a building model.
- Assist in refining VDC software-based practices for monitoring project labor, tracking equipment needs, implementing applicable safety programs, managing submittals, issues and QA/QC, and handing over as-built documents and equipment data.
- Support implementation of the corporate VDC strategy, initiatives, and standard operating procedures.
- Support project and software setup for 3D trade coordination, site logistics planning, and 4D scheduling.
- Assist with and support training in software packages such as Navisworks Manage, Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Procore Models.
- Administer and support VDC coordination kick-off and subsequent meetings.
- Configure project sites to host BIM data or other suitable platforms, when applicable.
- Perform VDC work and support project personnel with VDC processes and related technical issues.
- Assist Operations teams in developing project-specific VDC strategies, scope, plans, and standard processes.
- Assist on-site Operations teams with implementing VDC applications, processes, and deliverables.
- Assist Operations teams with project-specific contract language for subcontractor trade buyout.
Benefits
- 100% employee ownership through an ESOP.
- Annual bonus program.
- Company-contributed 401(k).
- Competitive salary with annual merit increases.
- Continuing education reimbursement.
- Performance tools to clarify expectations and responsibilities.
- Annual performance reviews.
- Dedicated ambassador to support assimilation into Brinkmann culture.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with an HSA.
- Paid parental leave.
- Seven paid holidays plus three floating holidays.
- Paid birthday off.
- Service awards with paid sabbaticals and milestone bonuses.
- Healthy lifestyle rewards.
- Community involvement, team-building events, local volunteer opportunities, and nonprofit support and fundraising.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
