Turner construction

VDC Engineer (Southern California)

Turner construction • $90K — $135K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Virtual Design and Construction, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management; advanced degree preferred.
  • 4+ years of related experience or equivalent education and training.
  • Ability to read and interpret contract documents, drawings, and specifications.
  • Knowledge of VDC industry standards and codes.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage competing demands.
  • Professional communication skills for engaging with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Basic scripting skills (e.g., Dynamo, Python) and proficiency in BIM software.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) processes and model reviews on-site.
  • Coordinate VDC meetings and manage documentation and file control.
  • Conduct BIM coordination meetings and track action items with stakeholders.
  • Perform VDC Engineering tasks, including BIM coordination and RFIs.
  • Compile quantity variance reports for estimating and quality control assessments.
  • Collaborate on-site with stakeholders to resolve constructability issues.
  • Implement BIM execution plans using VDC software tools.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
  • Collaborative work environment with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Exposure to innovative VDC tools and technologies.
  • Potential for career advancement within the company.
  • Flexible work environment with both office and on-site responsibilities.
Full Job Description
Division:
Southern Cal Main

Project Location(s):
Irvine, CA 92612 USA

Minimum Years Experience:

Travel Involved:

Job Type:
Regular

Job Classification:
Experienced

Education:

Job Family:
Construction

Compensation:
Salaried Exempt

Position Description:Perform Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) processes, lead review of design models for construction projects on project site in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, using various VDC software tools, and complete VDC coordination of project deliverables. Perform other VDC workflows in partnership with Preconstruction and Reality Capture teams, including simulation models and production tracking.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:
  • Approach tasks collaboratively and foster professional relationships and communication with teammates, Trades, design partners, clients and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for and perform VDC meeting coordination, file management, document control.
  • Conduct Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination meetings with relevant stakeholders, track action items, and support communication with project VDC team.
  • Perform VDC Engineering tasks including preparation and review of BIM coordination process, concurrent submittals, and RFIs (Requests for Information) processes.
  • Compile quantity variance reports for estimating and for change management and conduct initial assessment for Quality Control.
  • Develop presence at construction jobsite to collaborate with stakeholders to determine solutions for constructability issues and communicate to relevant parties.
  • Collaborate with VDC team to understand and execute BIM Coordination schedule.
  • Utilize knowledge of VDC processes and related software to implement BIM execution plans.
  • Participate in activities to gain exposure to other VDC services to develop ability to complete deliverables (e.g., model-based take off, estimating practices, variance reporting, 4D modeling, schedule sequencing, production tracking, mixed reality (VR/AR), facilities management, drawing creation, pursuit modeling).
  • Understand potential value and assist in deploying innovative VDC tools in a controlled environment and capture lessons learned for continuous improvement.
  • Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.


The salary range for this position is estimated to be 90,000.00 - 135,000.00 USD annualized.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree from accredited degree program in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management, advanced degree, with minimum of 4 years of related experience or in a related role, or equivalent education, training, and experience
  • Attain and maintain continuing education credits for CM-BIM designation, preferred
  • Able to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
  • Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and specifications related to VDC
  • Ability to develop specialized solutions and anticipate challenges, risks, and opportunities
  • Professional verbal and written communication skills, able to engage in collaborative professional and technical dialogue with stakeholders, and ability to tailor communications for non-technical audiences
  • Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail, able to manage competing demands, meet deadlines and commitments
  • Able to review/assess work, provide feedback, and prioritize responsibilities for self and others that are not direct reports
  • Basic scripting/coding skills (e.g., Dynamo, Python)
  • Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications, collaboration tools, and working knowledge of BIM based computer applications (e.g., Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), AutoCAD; similar BIM authoring/management tools)
  • Familiar with animation software (e.g., Lumion, Twin Motion), Adobe (e.g., Design Studio) desired, and programming language (e.g., Unreal and Unity) experience a plus
  • Familiar with Reality Capture workflows (e.g., Autodesk ReCap, 3D point cloud)
  • Able to work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary team environment
  • Familiar with continuous improvement culture, concepts, principles, methods, and tools
  • Travel as required

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may perform work at office locations, and/or off-site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

About Turner construction

Turner Construction Company is a construction company that specializes in building commercial, cultural, and institutional buildings. The company is a subsidiary of the German construction company Hochtief. Turner Construction has completed many notable projects, including the United Nations Secretariat Building, Madison Square Garden, and the Burj Khalifa in Dubai. The company was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in New York City.
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