VDC Project Manager, M&P

VIATechnik • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This role offers the flexibility to work remotely, hybrid, or in-office, depending on your location and project needs. We're actively hiring across all U.S. time zones. VIATechnik is the global leader in Virtual Design and Construction with over 350 digital experts worldwide. The firm's services include Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual & Augmented Reality, Digital Twins, and Enterprise Software Application Development. We work on some of the industry's largest and most interesting projects. The VDC Project Manager role, specializing in mechanical and plumbing (M & P) systems, will lead the digital coordination of highly complex scopes across demanding projects. This role focuses on driving results by connecting design intent with construction reality, integrating BIM/VDC tools and processes to ensure precise planning, coordination, and execution of systems. This position plays a critical function in helping trade contractors succeed in high-stakes construction environments by impacting how clients coordinate with general contractors, design teams, and other trades through precise, timely VDC support. It offers opportunities for growth into senior delivery leadership, process innovation, training, or account leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience with M & P trade contractors or general contractors in VDC, construction technology, or a related role.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively across organizations.
• Strong proficiency in project management processes, tools, systems, workflows, and schedules.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency reading and interpreting construction documents (drawings, specifications, schedules).
• A knack for managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with managing BIM and VDC across the project lifecycle including operations and facilities management.
• Experience with Agile project management methodologies.
• A track record of effectively working with and/or managing teams remotely.
• Aptitude for working effectively in an extremely fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• A passion for quality and excellence.
• Proactive, innovative, and adaptable mindset, willingness to think outside of the box and take an "all hands-on deck" approach.

Responsibilities

• Ensure On-Time Delivery of BIM Services to Trade Contractor Clients: Take over management of 2–3 active projects, ensuring all client deadlines, review cycles, and scope commitments are met. Use project management software to track milestones and deliverables. Evaluate where tools can improve visibility or reduce manual tracking tasks.
• Drive Seamless Collaboration Between Internal Technical Teams and Clients: Establish regular check-ins and workflow reviews between each client and their assigned VDC Manager. Build a shared understanding of scope, change requests, and timeline expectations.
• Actively Participate in and Contribute to at Least One Company OKR: Engage in at least one organizational Objective and Key Result (OKR) initiative. Collaborate with peers and leadership to deliver measurable progress that goes beyond individual project work, such as improving internal processes, knowledge sharing, or client delivery practices.

Benefits

• Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen).
• Dental and vision insurance. We cover 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen).
• Open and flexible time off.
• A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately.
• Home office setup costs.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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