VDC Manager

Abbott Construction•Lower Merion Township, PA

12d

About The Position

The Virtual Construction Manager (VCM) leads the implementation and continuous improvement of LF Driscoll’s Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) standards and practices. The role supports project teams through model coordination and clash-resolution meetings, and assists Estimating, Scheduling, Marketing, and Business Development with logistics plans, 4D models, and visual communications. The VCM also advances VDC adoption through staff training and evaluation of new technologies. The VCM collaborates with owners, designers, subcontractors, and project teams to implement and improve Building Information Modeling (BIM)/VDC practices across LF Driscoll projects. The position applies 3D software platforms to support Business Development, Marketing, Estimating, and Operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
Thorough understanding of architectural, structural, and MEP model coordination and VDC process management.
Strong interpersonal and group communication skills.
Proficiency in the Autodesk Architecture, Engineering and Construction Suite, including fluency in Autodesk Forma, Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks Manage.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.
3–5+ years of experience as a VDC coordinator or related experience in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
Demonstrated knowledge of cloud-based document control systems, such as Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM360 and PlanGrid.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing and monitoring the performance of multiple VDC coordinators.
Experience with model-based estimating, 4D scheduling, and augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR) tools.

Responsibilities

Assemble federated 3D models from architects, engineers, and MEP trade contractors.
Lead weekly coordination meetings and clash-detection reviews to help resolve spatial conflicts before installation.
Conduct early project constructability reviews of BIM/VDC deliverables, including level of development (LOD) and the extent of facilities-management integration.
Develop VDC coordination guidelines for LF Driscoll projects and employees, and maintain the LF Driscoll BIM Exhibit and BIM Execution Plan.
Train and supervise staff in the use of VDC tools and methods.
Use models and visualization tools to support construction planning and project decisions and to improve site safety and productivity.
Identify prefabrication opportunities and develop trade-specific prefabrication opportunity checklists for Estimating and Operations.
Optimize and track project schedules using 4D modeling software.
Improve model-based estimating using accurate cost and schedule data.
Help clients understand project options and associated cost impacts using visual aids, model capture, immersive virtual reality, and 4D simulations.
Support Marketing and Business Development with documented VDC project examples and outcomes for client proposals and presentations.