VDC Project Manager (New Jersey) NJBU 2026

Turner Construction•Bridgewater Township, NJ

4d•$139,000 - $178,000

About The Position

Oversee daily management of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes aligned with construction project schedules across projects of varying scopes and complexity. Understand project objectives and coordinate project activities while ensuring Turner Digital Build standard processes align with project requirements. Lead, communicate with, and guide the Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) team, providing best practices, tools, and knowledge for strategic implementation of modeling. The position manages BIM field operations and engineering processes in collaboration with project and VDC leadership. It supports planning and allocation of BIM tools and resources, development of BIM implementation plans, quality control of quantity variance reports, constructability reviews, change management, scheduling coordination, budget and staffing updates, project reviews, and alignment with quality and safety requirements. The role also advises on VDC contract and subcontract agreements, particularly model use and data confidentiality and integrity. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in VDC or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, with at least 6 years of related experience or experience in a related role; equivalent education, training, and experience is also accepted.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
Thorough knowledge of VDC tools and applications in construction, cost, scheduling, estimating, and coordination principles.
Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and specifications related to VDC.
Professional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to engage in collaborative professional and technical dialogue with stakeholders.
Advanced presentation delivery skills for communicating technical information to non-technical audiences.
Effective conflict management skills and the ability to communicate business objectives professionally to maintain equitable solutions.
Relationship-building skills and the ability to lead and influence people who are not direct reports.
Ability to develop specialized solutions and anticipate challenges, risks, and opportunities.
Complex decision-making and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess analytical data to make informed decisions.
Ability to manage to a budget.
Advanced project management expertise and ability to develop, communicate, and implement processes.
Ability to review and assess work, provide feedback, and prioritize responsibilities for oneself and others who are not direct reports.
Proficiency with computer applications, Microsoft Office, collaboration tools, and multiple BIM-based applications, including working knowledge of tools such as Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), AutoCAD, or similar BIM authoring and management tools.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree desired.
Attain and maintain continuing education credits for the CM-BIM designation (preferred).

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage BIM field operations and engineering processes and procedures for one or more projects, in collaboration with project and VDC leadership.
Advise others on compliance with VDC objectives and alignment with Turner Digital Build standard processes.
Collaborate with VDC management to plan BIM tools and processes for specific jobs and ensure proper VDC resource allocation.
Work with VDC and project teams to develop and refine BIM implementation plans aligned with Turner’s contract and subcontract agreements.
Provide quality control of quantity variance reports for estimating and change management.
Mentor, coach, and lead the VDC project team through project planning and launch activities, applying construction knowledge.
Use knowledge of trade disciplines to contribute to constructability reviews.
Build trusted-advisor relationships with project stakeholders and clients and communicate VDC objectives for successful BIM implementation.
Communicate BIM coordination changes and construction schedule impacts to the project scheduling team.
Track and review VDC-related change orders with the project team.
Keep project management informed about VDC project progress, budget, and staffing needs or changes.
Participate in VDC project review meetings and report on progress and the impact of BIM-based operations to VDC management.
Collaborate with Project Management and Quality Control teams to align with project quality requirements.
Promote integration of Environmental Health & Safety Building L.I.F.E. principles and drive enforcement of safety protocols by VDC and project staff, trade partners, and others.
Advise on, interpret, and enforce VDC contract and subcontract agreements, particularly those concerning model use and data confidentiality and integrity.
Perform other assigned activities, duties, and responsibilities.