VDC Manager

Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC•Winter Park, FL

About The Position

The VDC Manager works directly with project teams to support project delivery throughout design and construction using Building Information Modeling (BIM) services. The role plans, executes, and closes out project-specific BIM deliverables for small- to medium-sized projects, typically under $60 million. It calls for someone who enjoys integrating technology with traditional construction methods and can demonstrate leadership in rallying a team around a common goal. The position supports both preconstruction and construction operations, including model analysis and development, BIM coordination, quantity takeoffs, site logistics and schedule visualizations, constructability reviews, subcontractor coordination, clash detection, field adoption of 3D models, and quality assurance. The VDC Manager also contributes to department initiatives and process improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction.
At least 5 years of experience in the construction industry, including a minimum of 2 years with direct BIM/VDC responsibilities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to listen, remain humble, collaborate, and communicate clearly with teams.
Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
Ability to proactively take on additional responsibilities as needed.
Ability to work well both as part of a team and independently.
Flexibility and willingness to learn new software regularly.
Willingness to travel and/or relocate, as either may be required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Assemble Systems, BIM360, Lumion, Dynamo, Synchro, 3DS Max, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Inventor.

Responsibilities

Understand 2D plans and 3D models received from design partners.
Model missing 3D components as needed.
Manage BIM coordination for assigned medium-sized or moderately complex projects throughout preconstruction and construction.
Communicate BIM services clearly and confidently to project teams, design teams, and subcontractors.
Analyze models provided by architects and design engineers and adjust them for internal preconstruction and construction needs.
Participate in VDC Committee meetings and maintain clear communication with the supervisor.
Contribute to VDC department initiatives to develop and implement technology and associated workflows.
Use models to support preconstruction.
Perform and document quantity takeoff reports.
Generate 3D/4D site logistics plans.
Create 4D visualizations to communicate schedules and work sequences.
Create and render virtual mockups.
Create presentation materials and visual aids.
Perform design model constructability reviews.
Use models to support construction operations.
Manage coordination of work with subcontractors.
Identify scope gaps needed to coordinate overhead MEP trades.
Run clash detection, document clashes, and track them throughout construction.
Maintain or assist the project team with facilities management requirements.
Work with field teams to increase adoption of the 3D model in the field.
Conduct regular field QA/QC walks to confirm installations match coordinated models.
Document Plus/Delta feedback throughout the process to improve group processes.