James G Davis Construction Corp

Senior VDC Engineer - Philadelphia, PA

James G Davis Construction Corp • $88K — $105K *
Philadelphia, PA 19120In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of three years in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC).
  • Advanced proficiency in BIM software like Autodesk Navisworks, Revit, and AutoCAD.
  • Experience managing federated models and resolving clash detection issues.
  • Deep knowledge of point cloud processing for VDC.
  • Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently.
  • Strong communication skills with project teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead advanced trade coordination on construction and renovation projects.
  • Manage VDC project setup and model administration.
  • Define coordination needs and deliverables based on BIM Execution Plan requirements.
  • Produce and oversee advanced BIM/VDC deliverables like trade composite drawings.
  • Establish QA/QC procedures for model accuracy and coordination completeness.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams for project requirements and reality capture integration.
  • Evaluate challenges and create constructable solutions based on technical expertise.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for mentorship and leadership development.
  • Access to advanced technology and innovative workflows.
  • Involvement in strategic business development planning.
  • Collaboration with experienced teams and cross-department exposure.
  • Work on complex construction projects that enhance skills and career growth.
Full Job Description
SUMMARY:

The Senior Virtual Construction Engineer is a technical leader responsible for planning, overseeing advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects. They provide strategic direction for model based coordination, and deliverable development while mentoring junior staff. This role leads multiple complex BIM coordination efforts while reporting to higher staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or related field, or equivalent years of experience


  • A minimum of three (3) years VDC experience


  • Advanced proficiency across BIM industry software such as Autodesk Navisworks, Revit and AutoCAD


  • Demonstrated ability to independently manage federated models, clash detection, and coordination issue resolution


  • Deep understanding of point cloud processing, analysis and incorporation into VDC efforts


  • Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently


  • Strong communication skills with project teams and leadership


  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment


  • Proven experience leading coordination efforts on active construction projects


  • Strong understanding of construction documents, building systems, assemblies, phasing, trade coordination workflows


  • Ability to interpret and validate shop drawings and submittals


TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

  • Leads advanced trade coordination efforts on complex new construction and renovation projects, including clash detection, issue tracking, coordination meetings, integration of shop drawings and RFIs, and preparation of coordination reports.


  • Manages Virtual Construction project setup and model administration, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and development of complex federated models in alignment with project controls and company workflows.


  • Applies discipline-specific scope knowledge and BIM Execution Plan requirements to define coordination needs and deliverables, including specialized efforts such as core drilling coordination for building conversion projects.


  • Independently produces and oversees advanced BIM/VDC deliverables, including trade composite drawings, overlay studies, point cloud processing, site logistics plans, and related documentation using company-standard tools.


  • Establishes and enforces project-specific QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy, coordination completeness, adherence to standards, and alignment with project coordinates.


  • Collaborates with Field Engineering and Reality Capture teams to establish project requirements, point of origin selection, and effective integration of reality capture data.


  • Evaluates coordination challenges and develops creative, constructable solutions by leveraging experience and technical expertise.


  • Aligns Virtual Construction deliverables with construction schedule milestones and supports project teams in meeting critical deadlines.


  • Provides technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff, guiding assignments and promoting efficient, high-quality workflows.


  • Supports cost management for VC projects and actively advances technology adoption, automation, and innovative workflows to enhance project delivery.


CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

  • Autonomy + Accountability


  • Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products and services


  • Works independently, receives minimal guidance


  • Accountable for own work and possibly others on the team


  • Business Impact


  • Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and potentially across the company


  • Decisions are made with minimal guidance and may affect the success of the department / revenue group


  • Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning


  • Talent Development


  • Serves as a lead for the team, leading small projects


  • May have formal supervisory responsibilities


  • Provides subject matter guidance to team members with less experience


  • Problem Solving + Resiliency


  • Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures


  • Gathers and analyzes data to identify and solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

About James G Davis Construction Corp

James G. Davis Construction Corporation is a construction management and general contracting firm headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. The company was founded in 1966 by James G. Davis, who served as its CEO until his death in 2012. The company specializes in commercial, institutional, and government construction projects, and has completed projects in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, education, hospitality, and transportation. The company has received numerous awards for its work, including the Associated Builders and Contractors' National Excellence in Construction Award.
Learn more about James G Davis Construction Corp
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$15 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$300 million
* Ladders Estimates

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