VDC Engineer

Brinkmann Constructors•Aurora, CO

About The Position

The VDC Engineer supports the organization’s technological intelligence throughout the project lifecycle, from preconstruction through project turnover. The role supports Preconstruction and Operations Teams on design-assist projects and helps teams build projects digitally to identify and resolve issues before physical construction. The VDC Engineer collaborates with diverse teams to evaluate scenarios and develop effective decisions and processes. The position develops and supports digital deliverables and processes, including visual mock-ups, logistics and phasing plans, 4D schedules, trade coordination, clash detection, construction aides, model coordination, quantity take-offs, and as-built documentation. It provides technical support for in-house applications and helps project teams implement VDC strategies, software, and processes. Work is primarily indoors in a main office or construction-site field office, with occasional outdoor work, light travel, and a demanding, fast-paced environment.

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 manage and multitask VDC operations and processes on two to three 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, 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 precisely.
Provide technical support for in-house applications, including BIM 360, Revit, FormIt, Navisworks Manage, P6, Procore, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam.
Coordinate schematic and detailed 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.
Help refine VDC software practices for monitoring project labor, tracking equipment needs, implementing safety programs, managing submittals, issues and QA/QC, and handing over as-built documents and equipment data.
Support implementation of 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 platforms, when applicable.
Perform VDC work and support project personnel with VDC processes and related technical support 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.
Manage and multitask VDC operations and processes on two to three projects.
Travel occasionally to project sites, generally for one day-trip or overnight trip per month.