Bachelor's or master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction disciplines preferred.
1-3 years of project experience for VDC Engineer role; 3+ years for Senior VDC Engineer.
Thorough understanding of building systems and construction methods.
Detail-oriented and flexible in a fast-paced team environment.
Proficient with BIM software (Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, etc.).
Experience with field technology (laser scanning, drone operations) is desirable.
Leadership skills that foster innovation and value within the company.
Responsibilities
Create and distribute 3D BIM models for various departments.
Communicate VDC implementation strategies to clients and team members.
Contribute to the development of VDC/BIM company standards.
Participate in creating training programs on VDC procedures and best practices.
Assist in advancing VDC software and hardware across departments.
Provide technological problem resolution and support company-wide.
Support VDC operations for preconstruction and construction projects as needed.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and training.
Supportive team culture that fosters innovation.
Engagement with cutting-edge technology and tools in the industry.
Full Job Description
Description
A PENTA VDC Engineer will assist with the planning, organization, and management of the day-to-day VDC operations, as well as any other responsibilities that the project team or VDC team may need.
PENTA Building Group is looking for a Sr. VDC Engineer to own the technical execution of VDC deliverables on assigned projects. This role produces BIM coordination, visualization, reality capture, and phasing/sequence work that meets PENTA's quality standard and supports field operations across all project phases. The Sr. VDC Engineer works alongside the Sr. VDC Manager or VDC Manager on assigned projects, serves as a technical resource for VDC Engineers and interns, and brings the construction knowledge to make their work field-relevant. The right candidate is precise, proactive, and ready to grow their construction expertise alongside their technical skills.
A PENTA VDC Manager is also responsible for:
Pursuit
Support VDC narrative writing, project management approach and logistics concepts for project pursuit.
Assist in preparing VDC content for interview presentations under the direction of the Sr VDC Manager.
Build and maintain relationships with design partners, and trade contractors.
Preconstruction
Assist in developing the VDC Management Plan for assigned projects.
Support design review and constructability analysis sessions using design drawings and project models.
Participate in design coordination meetings and support model management during the design phase.
Assist with model coordination setup including subcontractor model requirements.
Construction
Execute VDC deliverables that meet PENTA's quality standard on assigned projects across all active workflows including visualization, model coordination, design review, reality capture and field technology.
Prepare for and participate in model coordination meetings. Track and follow up on open issues.
Conduct reality capture operations using Leica RTC 360 and DroneDeploy; process and deliver outputs per PENTA standards
Provide technical guidance and task oversight to VDC Engineers and interns on shared project work
Support RFI resolution using model and coordination data.
Communicate proactively with the VDC Manager on project status, emerging issues, and anything that could affect delivery quality or timeline.
Closeout
Assist in preparing as-built model documentation on assigned projects per contract requirements and PENTA standards.
Support final reality capture for record documentation and confirm all outputs meet deliverables requirements before handover.
Manage the handover of VDC deliverables to the owner or facilities team.
Assist in coordinating a VDC lesson learned review at project closeout and contribute findings to department-wide standards improvement.
VDC Initiatives
Contribute to VDC learning and development initiatives across PENTA including supporting training content development and delivering sessions in areas of expertise.
Identifying opportunities to apply innovative technology solutions and improve VDC workflows on assigned projects.
Support VDC marketing and branding efforts by contributing to pursuit content, project narratives, and client-facing materials.
Contribute to process improvement through lessons learned and feedback on VDC workflows and standards.
We trust that you have:
Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in VDC, BIM, or a related construction technology role
Demonstrated ability to produce VDC deliverables independently at a professional quality standard
Solid understanding of construction sequencing, field operations, and project delivery methods
Strong organizational and communication skills this includes written and verbal
We'd like for you to have:
Experience with Revit, Navisworks, or ACC Model Coordination
Experience with reality capture tools - Leica RTC 360, DroneDeploy, or similar
Experience with Lumion, TwinMotion, or Synchro 4D
Experience with Autodesk Build or similar construction management platform
OSHA 10 or 30 Certification
Technically precise and detail-oriented in production work
Proactive flagging issues before they affect project timelines or deliverable quality
Clear and confident in project-level conversations with trade partners, project managers, and design teams
Committed to building construction knowledge alongside technical skills
Effective at directing and reviewing the work of VDC Engineers and interns
Adaptable across multiple active projects with shifting priorities
Exempt position; does not qualify for overtime
Local travel to jobsites required; occasional overnight travel to regional locations
Must be able to work in active construction environments when conducting site visits or reality capture operations
Regularly required, in an 8-hour day, to sit for 5-8 hours; stand/walk/move around for 1-4 hours.
Lifting 15 pounds occasionally with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
