VDC Manager

Thornton Construction Company•Opa-Locka, FL

About The Position

The VDC Manager will develop and manage the VDC process companywide; provide leadership for VDC Engineer/Specialist personnel and assist management in VDC development and coordination responsibilities; and serve as liaison between departments and between Business Units.

Requirements

Candidate must possess Thornton’s core values: Result Drive, Proactive, Safety Conscious, People Focused, Customer Oriented, and Team Oriented
A degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, completion of Construction Management Certificate Program, or equivalent
Minimum 5-8 years (including supervisory skills) project experience – Project Engineer, Project Manager or equivalent
Demonstrate extensive knowledge of and direct support experience in required software (AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, Archicad, etc.)
Support & manage BIM and VDC production operations and interoffice collaboration on these platforms together with IT staff, office staff and project staff
Leadership ability
Demonstrate problem-solving ability and strong sense of urgency
Demonstrate organizational and communication skills
Thorough understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, cost control, procurement and estimating)
Candidates must possess Thornton’s Core Values: Safety, Exceptional Quality & Service, Community, Professionalism, Empowerment, and Accountability.
Customer service must be oriented both internally and externally.
Effectively manage one's time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Strong organizational skills must be detail-oriented and accurate.
Exhibit a positive attitude and outlook on work, business relationships, goals/objectives, and expected performance.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment, multi-task, and prioritize meeting deadlines by thorough problem-solving.
Due to the independent nature of work, it must be a self-starter and dependable.
Able to exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to prioritize tasks, work effectively under stress, meet short deadlines and take directions.

Responsibilities

Prepare project-specific BIM execution plans as needed
Assist project teams with preconstruction services, establish / implement VDC procedures and techniques to assure timely modeling / shop drawing approval and overall execution of BIM Project Execution Plans
Work with local, regional and corporate IT and VDC staff in support, maintenance and development of VDC standards and 3D software tools and related emerging technologies
Review contract conditions; ensure compliance with contract terms in relation to VDC
Complete other responsibilities as assigned
Support BD department for critical RFQ preparations and presentations
Research and advice on current and emerging technologies that could be implemented within the company
Supervise and direct overall activities of department or staff as assigned; plan and review department activities, assign / coordinate staffing requirements, resolve problem areas, train support staff
Interview applicants and orient new hires
Conduct performance reviews according to Thornton’s career development policies
Manage and resolve disputes, performance deficiencies, and matters requiring disciplinary actions
Develop training material and conduct VDC training including software and procedures for employees
Estimate and establish VDC modeling budget and schedule for assigned projects
Assist project teams in determining required Subcontractor participation and function as the “Model Administrator” for assigned projects
Establish / modify project specific VDC Guidelines prior to bid or preconstruction services
Assist project teams with review / approval of Subcontractor adherence to VDC Guidelines, including model submittal schedule and updates as well as updating of the model(s) to reflect as‐built conditions for submittal of the record set / project closeout
Lead clash detection and RFI resolution with project teams in preconstruction efforts
Organize / lead meetings for VDC coordination with VDC Engineers, users and Subcontractors