VDC Project Engineer

Clark Construction Group•Houston, TX

23h

About The Position

As a Virtual Design & Construction Project Engineer, you will join a project team responsible for the technical and engineering aspects of a project. You will support model management and coordination among clients, trade partners, project engineers, field engineers, architects, and company employees. You will assist the VDC Manager in corporate deployment and local adoption of VDC/BIM to leverage construction data throughout its lifecycle, from preconstruction and design development through construction and project turnover. This active, hands-on position includes frequent visits to active construction sites as well as office work. Site conditions can include uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, hoists, varying weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined work areas, and moving mechanical equipment. Office work may involve prolonged sitting for computer work, document review, and meetings. The role requires following Clark Construction safety policies and applicable laws. The position operates in a demanding, high-performance environment and requires flexibility to work extended hours, particularly during critical project phases or client deadlines. Employees may need to monitor and respond to communications outside regular working hours for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. A pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests are required.

Requirements

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related discipline, or relevant work experience.
At least 2 years of experience as a VDC engineer/coordinator, Project Engineer, Project Architect, or in a similar construction-industry role.
Demonstrated knowledge of and interest in BIM and VDC software used at Clark, including Revit, Dynamo, Navisworks, Synchro/Fuzor, Assemble, and SketchUp.
Ability to extensively navigate complex or federated models, design documentation, specifications, submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings.
Excellent knowledge of BIM processes used for MEP coordination in project delivery.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Self-starter with the drive to pursue continued education in VDC.
Alignment with Clark Standards of Excellence: self-motivated, results oriented, adaptable, a team player, accountable, ethical, innovative, resilient, and able to build relationships.
Ability to frequently be on one's feet and navigate active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists.
Ability to perform physical tasks involving bending, kneeling, and reaching, and to frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate effectively and have visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work.
Ability to work in changing weather, moderate to loud noise, elevated or confined areas, and around moving mechanical equipment.
Flexibility to work extended hours and respond to work communications outside regular hours when required by business needs.
Completion of pre-employment drug fitness-for-duty screening and random quarterly drug fitness-for-duty tests.

Nice To Haves

Revit (listed as must have), Dynamo, Navisworks, Synchro/Fuzor, Assemble, and SketchUp.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the VDC Manager to design and implement VDC strategy throughout the project lifecycle, from design and construction through facilities management.
Support internal departments in understanding existing processes and in advising on and implementing VDC processes.
Support model coordination with Architectural, MEPTF, Civil, and other disciplines, and work with project superintendents on site utilization plans, logistics, and AR/VR integrations.
Identify and manage constructability issues and missing model information, and notify the appropriate parties of issues and RFIs to support resolution.
Oversee and support enforcement of the BIM coordination plan and schedule on projects.
Represent Clark in VDC presentations to clients and industry groups.
Assist with VDC goals and objectives and monitor and assist with BIM workflows, best practices, QA/QC, and value proposition.
Review and oversee technical implementation of VDC project setup, including integration with laser scans and sUAS data.
Facilitate and support BIM meetings and design MEP coordination sessions.
Interact regularly with job sites and maintain an understanding of project VDC implementations.
Facilitate ongoing collaboration among VDC personnel, including sharing best practices and lessons learned.
Participate in and support 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 matters or emergencies.