VDC Manager

DPR•Denver, CO

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

DPR Construction is seeking a Virtual Design & Construction Project Manager. The successful candidate will lead development, implementation and support of all VDC processes across the region. The primary objective for this individual is to support established VDC initiatives leveraged by project teams both in the office and field, and support model-based project management, process workflows, and construction technology deployment for DPR business units.

Requirements

Ability to work in a flat-organization environment that requires full transparency, team collaboration, leading by influencing, and socialization of initiatives
Minimum 5-7+ years of construction technologies hands-on experience in the AEC industry driving the adoption of VDC on large capital projects
Regular travel to and from project sites and DPR offices in the region and occasional travel to various regional DPR business units/offices.
Influence stakeholders face-to-face, and indirectly, whether through verbal or written communication
plan, organize, and execute activities
Plan and organize VDC strategy on a per project; b udget management and allocation of funds; c reating and supporting internal services related to VDC platform; Creating and reviewing BIM contract language
Research, analyses, evaluate and apply information to support BIM/VDC operations and corporate direction
Documented career path of managing solution-implementation from pilot through project-wide adoption
Strong graphical, illustration and documentation skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Strong presentation skills and confidence to evangelize and speak in small or large groups
Advanced level software knowledge in Autodesk packages (i.e.: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, etc.) and other platforms
Advanced knowledge of implementation and support of Autodesk BIM 360 Build products: Glue, Field, Docs, and/or Plan
Strong knowledge of contractor facing authoring and collaboration tools such as Revit, Tekla, 3D AutoCAD MEP, Inventor, etc.
Expert in leveraging and supporting Autodesk Navisworks Manage and/or Simulate
Advanced knowledge of model element quantification / estimation: Vico, Assemble Systems, or Navisworks QTO
Advanced knowledge of field measurement/modeling technologies: laser scanning/total station
Strong knowledge of UAV / Drone technologies for the use of aerial progress photos and point cloud capture
Advanced knowledge of CM processes and Project management tools: CMiC knowledge a plus
Advanced knowledge of working with project scheduling tools such as Oracle Primavera and integrating them with BIM / VDC tools and technologies
Ability to quickly learn new software tools and teach others
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or similar field with emphasis on technology or equivalent

Responsibilities

Responsible for successful deployment of VDC initiatives and VDC technology platform(s) / solutions on DPR projects
Train, educate and mentor project personnel in various BIM software and processes
Work with project teams to establish a BIM/VDC execution strategy and provide project specific VDC support and subject matter expertise
Oversee project-specific VDC strategies, scope and plans in addition to managing successful implementation of DPR’s current best practices and high standards for predictable and efficient VDC delivery
Work collaboratively with the DPR project team to develop the design coordination schedule to support the master schedule development. Monitor, update and revise the design coordination schedule to reflect design deliverables, overall progress and construction commitments/milestones
Manage on-site construction team efforts in the implementation of VDC applications and processes in addition VDC deliverables
Prepare, monitor and update visual plans and/or 4D simulations of master and phase schedules
Manage and support VDC Engineer(s) where needed
Monitor and track BIM specific metrics via the Dashboard or other tracking platforms
Oversee that each project is utilizing the Project VDC Execution Plan and adhering to the project’s contractual requirements
Contribute to KPI’s and metrics to evaluate and assess value, impact, ROI of established VDC initiatives
Provide guidance and support with contract language for BIM scopes; develop preconstruction subcontractor procurement templates and exhibits for BIM/VDC buyout
Review trade partner BIM qualifications and advise project team during buyout of VDC service