VDC Manager

Skanska USA • Dallas, TX

12h

About The Position

Skanska is searching for a dynamic VDC Manager in Glen Rose, TX. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.
Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities, or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.
Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer, and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.
A VDC Manager serves as the Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Champion for their local office. As such they are expected to take a leadership role in local VDC implementation efforts. This includes directly supporting pursuits and projects, assisting in the development and implementation of VDC guidelines and standards, as well as initiating and supporting VDC initiatives. At Skanska we refer to VDC as the use of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes to enhance construction. VDC Managers work under the guidance and with the support of their local VDC Regional Director.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience with VDC in construction
• Proficient in BIM authoring with Autodesk Revit Architecture, Structure and MEP. Experience with other authoring platforms such as ArchiCAD, Tekla, AutoCAD, Microstation, Autodesk Fabrication, Autodesk Inventor, CAD-Duct and related tools is desirable.
• Highly proficiency in Autodesk Navisworks for construction analyses such as coordination and clash prevention, quantity takeoff and 4D simulation is required. Experience with other BIM analysis and construction management tools such as Autodesk BIM 360 Glue and Field, Synchro, Solibri, Tekla CM, etc., is also desirable.
• Able to read drawings, specifications, building codes, and other technical product and material specifications, as well as interpret and manage VDC contractual obligations and responsibilities.
• A thorough understanding of common building systems as well as related means and methods.
• Expertise with construction coordination processes is strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field or 8 years equivalent experience plus minimum 7 years prior relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• take a leadership role in local VDC implementation efforts
• directly supporting pursuits and projects
• assisting in the development and implementation of VDC guidelines and standards
• initiating and supporting VDC initiatives

Benefits

• Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most
• medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life
• Competitive base salary
• excellent bonus program
• 401k
• Employee ownership program
• developing you in your role and supporting your career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees