McCarthy Holdings Inc

Senior VDC Engineer

McCarthy Holdings Inc$100K — $120K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Houston, TX
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture required; equivalent industry experience accepted.
  • Minimum 2 years of relevant industry experience; at least 1 year in VDC preferred.
  • Process-oriented, timely, and accountable for deadlines.
  • Strong team builder with problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Experience planning and documenting meetings/initiatives in detail.
  • General knowledge of building construction sequences and systems.
  • Familiarity with project delivery methods like Design-Bid-Build and Design Build.
  • Proficient in VDC/BIM tools such as Revit, Revizto, Tekla, Synchro, etc.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

  • Promote a virtual building culture among stakeholders.
  • Execute VDC functions including BIM planning, modeling, and 3D/2D production.
  • Develop and manage BIM Execution Plans and VDC schedules and budgets.
  • Identify and lead training on BIM tools and VDC processes at project-level.
  • Coordinate the workload of VDC Engineers and interns.
  • Document and communicate VDC metrics and lessons learned to management.
  • Integrate native 3D model content for various project scopes.
  • Manage laser scanning and drone flight tasks to support project phases.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Supportive team environment focusing on collaboration and innovation.
  • Exposure to various projects and technologies in the construction field.
  • Career advancement potential within a leading company in VDC/BIM processes.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior VDC Engineer is responsible for task and project level management, implementation, and execution of McCarthy's Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes, tools and best practices within their assigned projects. The Senior VDC Engineer reports to the VDC Manager or next highest position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

General Application
  • Promote a culture of virtual building among all internal and external stakeholders
  • Project and task-level execution of VDC functions including BIM Execution planning, BIM Coordination, 3D modeling, 2D drawing production, 3D printing, laser scanning, drone flights and photogrammetry
  • Develop BIM Execution Plan attachments for tasks and projects assigned and ensure all contributions are aligned with overall intent of the project plan and related contract documents
  • Develop VDC schedules for tasks and projects assigned, proactively manage updates, track actual completion times, and communicate progress and completion to VDC Manager for records
  • Develop VDC budgets for tasks and projects assigned, proactively manage and communicate changes, track actuals vs budgets, and communicate progress to VDC Manager for records
  • Participate in VDC implementation opportunities during the pursuit phase
  • Identify opportunities to lead BIM tools and VDC process training and support at the project-level for Engineers, Managers, Superintendents and McCarthy self-perform partners
  • Lead VDC training for peers through various regional training opportunities
  • Coordinate workload of VDC Engineers, Interns and Co-Ops at a task and project-level
  • Maintain individual task VDC metrics and verify/communicate with VDC Manager for records
  • Document VDC lessons learned and implemented practices and communicate to VDC Manager
  • Understand and contribute, as applicable, to regional and corporate VDC goals and initiatives

Model Content Creation
  • Develop, update, and integrate native 3D model content to support Self-Perform scopes of work (Concrete, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, etc.)
  • Develop, update, and integrate native 3D model content to support coordination of work performed by others (Shoring, Framing, Misc. Metals, Clearances, Gap Modeling, etc.)

Model Coordination and Development
  • Lead behavioral and technical aspect of 3D constructability, Design and Trade Coordination, working with internal and external project teams through our standard of care and best practices

Reality Capture
  • Execute laser scanning, processing, and deliverables for assigned project phases and ensure laser scan information is integrated with all other applicable aspects and phases of projects
  • Execute drone flights, processing, and deliverables for assigned project phases and ensure laser scan information is integrated with all other applicable aspects and phases of projects

QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture is required, or equivalent industry experience
  • Minimum 2 years' relevant industry experience; minimum 1 year dedicated to VDC desired
  • Process oriented, timely, and accountable to commitments/deadlines
  • Team builder attitude, self-motivated problem solver, active cross-communicator/facilitator
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, facilitate and document meetings/initiatives to sufficient detail
  • General knowledge of building construction sequencing and building systems
  • General knowledge of project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design Build, and CMAR)
  • Proficient with authoring, analysis and scheduling tools such as Revit, Revizto, SketchUp, Tekla, Synchro, or others where applicable
  • Strong computer skills including proficiency in daily documentation programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, or others where applicable
  • Some regional travel required

About McCarthy Holdings Inc

McCarthy Holdings, Inc. is a construction company that provides general contracting, construction management, and design-build services. The company serves clients in the healthcare, education, commercial, and industrial sectors. McCarthy Holdings, Inc. was founded in 1864 and is based in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about McCarthy Holdings Inc
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
5 Year Trend
+12%
Revenue
$4.4 billion

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