VDC Engineer

Turner Construction•San Antonio, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) processes, lead review of design models for construction projects on project site in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, using 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.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from accredited degree program in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, advanced degree, with minimum of 4 years of related experience or 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 schedule
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, able to engage in collaborative professional and technical dialogue with stakeholders, and ability to tailor communications for non-technical audiences
Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail, able to manage competing demands, meet deadlines and commitments
Able to review/assess work, provide feedback, and prioritize responsibilities for self and others that are not direct reports
Basic scripting/coding skills (e.g., Dynamo, Python)
Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, collaboration tools, and working knowledge of BIM based computer applications (e.g., Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), AutoCAD; similar BIM authoring/management tools)
Familiar with Reality Capture workflows (e.g., Autodesk ReCap, 3D point cloud)
Able to work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment
Familiar with continuous improvement culture, concepts, principles, methods, and tools
Travel as required

Nice To Haves

Attain and maintain continuing education credits for CM-BIM designation, preferred
Familiar with animation software (e.g., Lumion, Twin Motion), Adobe (e.g., Design Studio) desired, and programming language (e.g., Unreal and Unity) experience a plus

Responsibilities

Approach tasks collaboratively and foster professional relationships and communication with teammates, Trades, design partners, clients and other relevant stakeholders.
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for and perform VDC meeting coordination, file management, document control.
Conduct Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination meetings with relevant stakeholders, track action items, and support communication with project VDC team.
Perform VDC Engineering tasks including preparation and review of BIM coordination process, concurrent submittals, and RFIs (Requests for Information) processes.
Compile quantity variance reports for estimating and for change management and conduct initial assessment for Quality Control.
Develop presence at construction jobsite to collaborate with stakeholders to determine solutions for constructability issues and communicate to relevant parties.
Collaborate with VDC team to understand and execute BIM Coordination schedule.
Utilize knowledge of VDC processes and related software to implement BIM execution plans.
Participate in activities to gain exposure to other VDC services to develop ability to complete deliverables (e.g., model-based take off, estimating practices, variance reporting, 4D modeling, schedule sequencing, production tracking, mixed reality (VR/AR), facilities management, drawing creation, pursuit modeling).
Understand potential value and assist in deploying innovative VDC tools in a controlled environment and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.