VDC Manager

Clark Construction Group, LLC•Haskell, TX

About The Position

Clark is seeking a Manager, Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) to ensure successful corporate deployment and local adoption of VDC/BIM. The role leverages the construction data lifecycle from preconstruction services during design development through construction and project turnover, including facilities management. This position combines strategy, leadership, process development, project support, coordination, training, and industry engagement. The manager works with internal departments and project teams to implement VDC processes, establish BIM workflows and quality practices, support project setup and coordination, and promote collaboration and continued improvement across VDC personnel. The role is active and hands-on, with significant time on construction sites and additional desk work in an office. Site work may involve uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and moving mechanical equipment. The position also requires flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and to respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular hours. Clark requires compliance with its safety policies and applicable laws. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests are required.

Requirements

4–6+ years of experience overseeing project development and delivery.
At least two years of on-site experience.
Demonstrated leadership with project teams at a local or regional level.
Intermediate knowledge of and interest in current BIM and VDC software used at Clark, including Revit, Dynamo, Navisworks, Synchro, Assemble, and SketchUp.
Excellent knowledge of BIM processes used for MEP coordination in project delivery.
Exceptional presentation and training skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
Self-starter with the drive to pursue continued education in VDC.
Ability to manage priorities with minimal guidance.
Active membership in appropriate professional organizations.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence, including being self-motivated, results-oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, relationship-building, capable of building people, teams, and followership, able to set direction, and able to execute.
Ability to frequently be on foot and navigate active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists.
Ability to perform bending, kneeling, reaching, and other movements requiring a full range of motion.
Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work.
Ability to work in varying weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, and around moving mechanical equipment.
Flexibility to work extended hours during critical project phases or client deadlines and respond to time-sensitive matters or emergencies outside regular hours.
Ability to complete a pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and undergo random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests.

Responsibilities

Design and implement VDC strategy throughout the project life cycle, from design and construction to facilities management.
Provide leadership and guidance for BIM implementation.
Work with internal departments to understand current processes, advise on VDC processes, and assist with implementation.
Represent Clark in VDC presentations to clients and industry groups.
Establish VDC goals and objectives and develop BIM workflows, best practices, QA/QC, and a value proposition.
Manage and implement the VDC project setup process.
Facilitate BIM meetings and design or MEP coordination sessions.
Interact regularly with jobsites and maintain an understanding of project VDC implementations.
Train personnel on BIM capabilities.
Facilitate ongoing collaboration among VDC personnel, including sharing best practices and lessons learned.
Participate in industry speaking opportunities and focus groups.
Actively participate in and lead ongoing strategic initiatives related to VDC/BIM.
Follow Clark Construction safety policies and procedures and applicable laws at all locations.
Monitor and respond to communications as needed for time-sensitive business matters or emergencies.