Senior VDC Engineer

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking to fill a Senior Virtual Design & Construction Engineer. The Senior VDC Engineer will help support project BIM coordination and overall VDC implementation on projects across the region, with a focus on Raleigh-Durham. The primary objective for this individual is to support established VDC initiatives leveraged by project teams both in the office and field, and supporting model-based project management, process workflows, and construction technology deployment for DPR business units.

• Support project setup for 3D trade coordination, site logistical planning, and 4D sequencing
• Aid and support training in various software packages (i.e.: Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, etc.)
• Administer and support VDC coordination kick‑off meeting and subsequent meetings
• Configuring of project site to host BIM data (if applicable) or other equitable platforms
• Support setup of VDC field equipment and software (total stations, laser scanner, UAVs)
• Perform VDC work and support project personnel in VDC processes, including assistance with related technical support issues
• Provide support for VDC services where applicable (laser scanning, drone operations, RTLS, etc.)
• Assist VDC Manager in developing project‑specific VDC strategies, scope and plan in addition to standard processes
• Support implementation of project specific VDC strategy and VDC initiatives
• Project specific leadership and mentoring for VDC and related technology fields
• Manage on‑site construction team efforts in the implementation of VDC applications and processes in addition to VDC deliverables
• Assist project specific contract language in coordination with VDC Manager for trade buyout

• Apply low risk management measures
• Effectively manage and multi‑task VDC operations and processes on 2-3 projects
• Travel and have a flexible work schedule
• Collaborate and understand complex processes and produce solutions to them
• Lead and be led
• Understand, communicate, and explain technical processes and programs to everyday users
• Speak and present internally/externally

• Creating and executing strategic plans
• Allocating resources and management of personnel
• Hardware and technology platform adoption and integration
• Training and education of programs and processes
• Time/project management
• Creation of visual graphics, media, and content
• Basic project management and the construction process/workflow
• Expert in leveraging and supporting Autodesk Navisworks Manage and/or Simulate
• Strong knowledge of contractor facing authoring and collaboration tools such as Revit, Tekla, 3D AutoCAD MEP, Solid Works, Inventor, etc.
• Design and Construction authoring/management programs

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in the building industry
• Have 3‑5+ years’ experience working in Precon, Operations, or VDC‑related role
• 3‑5 years in the field of design, engineering, or construction
• Intermediate level software knowledge in Autodesk packages (i.e.: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, etc.) and other platforms

• Technical Builder
• Focus on customers (DPR, Client, and Trades)
• Improve our core business
• Collaborate, communicate, and drive design coordination
• Lead and influence teams
• Ever Forward
• Deliver Results