Virtual, Design Construction Engineer

Whiting‑Turner is looking for a self‑motivated, energetic, creative, technology‑driven, detail‑oriented, quick‑thinking, innovative person to join our internal Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) team. The role involves coordinating virtual design and constructability solutions across projects, creating simulations, and driving new technology integration.

• Understand building construction, engineering, and/or architecture.
• Have on‑the‑job or class experience with BIM software programs and technology.
• Thrive in a team environment and produce independent work.
• Have an innately curious, forward‑thinking personality to push innovative ideas in all aspects of daily tasks.
• Be able to multi‑task and deliver parallel successful products.

• Creating virtual simulations to validate and improve site logistics, safety concerns, building sequencing, scheduling, and VR experiences.
• Managing 3D coordination activities with operation teams from project kickoff through closeout.
• Performing preconstruction model tasks – quality verifications, schedule validations, constructability reviews, and virtual mock‑up production.
• Driving research and development of new software, hardware, and technology to optimize the team’s execution and overall project quality.

• General computing skills
• Sketch Up
• CAD
• Revit
• Navisworks
• Rendering software (e.g. Lumion)

• Able to read drawings and understand specifications, building codes, and other technical data.
• Familiar with MEPF system design.
• Have excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to work well with cross‑discipline teams.
• Data analytics, visual programming, and VR/AR experience.

• Bachelor’s degree with preference given to Architectural, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management related degrees.
• Associate’s degree in a VDC/BIM technical concentration with 0‑5 years of experience.
• BIM software, hardware, and technology knowledge.

The Whiting‑Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.