VDC Manager

Skender • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Skender is seeking a VDC Manager to support planning, coordination, and execution of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) processes across multiple projects. The role collaborates with the Senior VDC Manager, project teams, and trade partners to implement BIM execution plans and ensure models support field coordination, scheduling, and quality construction.

The VDC Manager contributes to company-wide VDC initiatives by sharing lessons learned, promoting best practices, and helping integrate technology throughout the project lifecycle, from pursuit through closeout. The role also works with Construction Technology to align VDC workflows with field technology and project management tools, and provides project-team support and training on VDC processes and tools.

Requirements

• A four-year degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
• At least five years of relevant experience.
• Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, FARO, Navisworks, and Procore BIM tools.
• Proficiency with model-based coordination, scheduling integration, and constructability analysis.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multiple stakeholders across departments and project partners.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement in workflows and technology.

Nice To Haves

• Experience interacting with clients, liaising with internal stakeholders, and working in a collaborative environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of project-specific BIM Execution Plans.
• Create and maintain detailed project models using Revit and other modeling software.
• Lead model coordination, clash detection, and constructability reviews with project teams and trade partners.
• Support reality capture and field layout workflows, including drones, 360 cameras, and point cloud scans.
• Collaborate with the Senior VDC Manager to refine and maintain VDC standards, templates, and best practices.
• Work with Construction Technology to align VDC workflows with field technology and project management tools.
• Provide project team support and training on VDC processes and tools.
• Participate in internal and external presentations, meetings, and client coordination efforts.

Benefits

• Skender pays 100% of the premium for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Annual deposit into a health savings account.
• Dependent care flexible spending account.
• Retirement plan with 100% match up to 5% of gross earnings.
• Flexible vacation and sick time.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued learning opportunities.
• Wellness incentives.
• Parental leave for mothers and fathers.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Free employee assistance program services.
• Free short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Charitable gift matching and volunteer events.
• New-hire mentorship program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level