Virtual Design and Construction; VDC Manager

The Virtual Design and Construction Manager is a fluid fast‑paced position that oversees the planning and coordination of a variety of projects. The projects are taken from the design phase and digitally modeled to solve coordination issues before the start of field installation. The VDC manager researches and leads the VDC team in this effort. The VDC manager also maintains correspondence with the field to assist with any issues that arise during install.

The VDC manager is also required to provide load calculations as well as engineering design required for the construction as well as the service department to assist with design‑build projects. Engineering consultation may be required as a part of the contract. The VDC manager is also tasked with maintaining and refining the VDC department’s standards and all templates for drawing production.

They will also be required to participate in furthering education to ensure the department maintains the standard across the industry with the most up‑to‑date practices and software implementation.

• Draft and maintain living models for multiple models in appropriate software
• Review and mitigate issues that arise from the design phase of a project
• Lead BIM coordination project efforts for multiple disciplines
• Use Navisworks to organize and manage clash reports
• Work directly with field installers to resolve active conflicts during the construction phase
• Review submittals and ensure accurate placement of equipment within the model
• Lead weekly meetings during the BIM coordination process
• Produce accurate and informative drawings for field install
• Convert BIM model into fabrication models for prefabrication
• Under and produce spool drawings
• Review existing conditions to prepare engineering design plans
• Conduct calculations for plumbing and mechanical systems based on pertinent codes and standards to provide building owners with accurate and functional system design
• Review and analyze load calculation data to ensure values are accurate to the desired condition
• Manage the engineering and prefabrication department staff
• Manage and organize all software and licenses
• Ensure the department maintains workflow and function
• Further education on product and conceptual material to keep the department in constant growth
• Work directly with project managers and field installers to ensure the department is producing construction documents and materials are being accurately provided
• Mentor and guide all department staff to further the value of the department and its day‑to‑day functions
• Other duties may be assigned

• Demonstrate and promote a spirit of cooperation and teamwork throughout the company
• Provide backup support for other team members
• Continually look for ways to improve our processes and ability to serve our customers effectively
• Improve your personal performance on a continual basis. Suggest training programs or other opportunities for improvement to your supervisor as they apply
• Lavish trust on your co‑workers
• Mentor unselfishly
• Be receptive to new ideas, regardless of their origin

• Use safe work practices and promote safe practices
• Complete required safety training
• Proper PPE equipment must be used at all times
• Notify team leader or safety director of any unsafe conditions
• Comply with all safety requirements set forth by OSHA

• Must have neat personal appearance
• Must be courteous and respectful of others
• Business is to be conducted with the highest level of personal integrity
• Maintain a positive demeanor – keep a smile on your face and  in your voice
• Continue education for professional and personal growth

Must be able to manage multiple tasks

• Required – Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Related Discipline
• Required – Minimum of 5 years experience in engineering design or related position
• Required – Strong knowledge of mechanical (plumbing and HVAC) industry, CAD modeling, construction scheduling and time management

• Required – Strong modeling and drafting skills using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
• Required – Exemplary understanding of utilizing Autodesk Navisworks for coordination
• Required…