PCL Construction

Manager, Virtual Design & Construction

PCL Construction$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Post-secondary degree, diploma, or two-year certificate in a construction-related discipline (e.g., Architecture, Engineering, Civil).
  • 5-7 years of construction experience with 2-3 years specifically in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC).
  • Expert understanding of construction sequencing and how digital delivery supports field execution.
  • Proven experience implementing construction technology on a project and district level.
  • Advanced proficiency in 3D modeling platforms and experience with 4D scheduling tools.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee Integrated Construction Technology (ICT) and Virtual Design Construction (VDC) delivery for projects.
  • Establish and manage digital delivery workflows including model coordination and data exchange.
  • Act as a liaison between design teams, trade partners, and construction teams.
  • Develop and implement BIM/ICT execution plans and modeling standards.
  • Research and pilot new construction technologies, driving adoption across the district.

Benefits

  • Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value.
  • Annual discretionary performance bonuses.
  • Flexible medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Paid parental leave and family care support.
  • Access to world-class training and professional development courses.
Full Job Description
As a Manager, Virtual Design & Construction for PCL Industrial Management Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta (Ind Mgmt), you'll have the opportunity to lead and manage Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) initiatives to enhance project delivery and collaboration.

Responsibilities
• Lead and oversee Integrated Construction Technology (ICT) and Virtual Design Construction (VDC) delivery for district projects, ensuring alignment with construction needs and project objectives.
• Establish, manage, and govern digital delivery workflows, including model coordination, data exchange, and integrated construction processes.
• Act as a liaison between design teams, trade partners, and construction teams, ensuring alignment and coordinated delivery.
• Partner with estimating and project teams to define ICT/VDC scope, staffing plans, and budgets for pursuits and active projects.
• Participate in project pursuits, interviews, and proposals, contributing to ICT/VDC narratives, presentations, and delivery strategies.
• Develop and implement BIM / ICT execution plans, including coordination strategy, modeling standards, and technology governance.
• Leverages construction models and model data to enhance field and office use, supporting estimating, quantity take off, scheduling, progress tracking, and project status reporting across the project lifecycle.
• Conditions and enriches construction models and model data for construction use, standardizing parameters, classifications, and data structure so models can be reliably used for field planning and delivery.
• Lead and support ICT and VDC requirements through project closeout, ensuring contractual and operational obligations are met.
• Manage ICT resource planning and allocation across district projects.
• Identify opportunities to leverage integrated construction technology to mitigate project risk and improve delivery certainty.
• Research, evaluate, and pilot new and emerging construction technologies, sharing learnings and driving adoption across the district.
• Develop and deliver ICT training, communication, and knowledge sharing initiatives.

Qualifications
• Post secondary degree, diploma, or two year certificate in a buildings industry related discipline (e.g., Architecture, Engineering, Construction, AEC, Civil, or Architectural Technology).
• 5-7 years of construction related experience, including 2-3 years of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) / construction technology experience.
• Expert understanding of construction sequencing and how digital delivery supports field execution.
• Advanced understanding of and proven experience implementing construction technology, including responsibility for adoption and execution at the project and district level.
• Proven ability to provide project level model management and manage VDC standards across multiple projects.
• Advanced proficiency in 3D modeling platforms and experience supporting 4D scheduling and planning tools.
• Experience coordinating and validating models against Level of Development (LOD) and accuracy requirements.
• Strong understanding of ICT, BIM, and VDC related contract language and its impact on project risk and delivery.
• Strong ability to liaise with scheduling, survey, lean, and other project functions to define technology integration requirements.
• Proven ability to establish data management and data sharing protocols across project teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and present ideas that support project and district strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to lead meetings, manage competing priorities, and delegate effectively.
• Highly organized, detail oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities across projects.
• Strong willingness and ability to self learn and stay current with evolving construction technology.

Company: PCL Industrial Management Inc.

Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Ind Mgmt)

Job Title: Manager, Virtual Design & Construction

Requisition ID: 11778

About PCL Construction

PCL Construction is a leading construction company that provides a range of services, including design-build, general contracting, and construction management. The company has a diverse portfolio of projects across industries, including healthcare, education, commercial, and infrastructure. PCL Construction is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. The company is also committed to safety and has a strong safety culture that prioritizes the well-being of its employees and partners. PCL Construction has received numerous awards and recognition for its work, including being named one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for 10 consecutive years.
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