Job Title: VDC ManagerLocations: Clarksville, ARJob Summary:VDC Managers support project teams and corporate departments in the implementation and use of Virtual Design and Construction tools and processes.
Primary Duties:- Design and implement VDC strategy throughout the project life cycle from design and construction to facilities management
- Provide leadership and guidance for BIM implementation
- Manage and implement VDC project setup process
- Lead VDC implementation opportunities in the Marketing, Pursuit, Pre-construction, and Construction phases of a Project
- Lead BIM meetings and design or MEP coordination sessions
- Interact regularly with jobsites and maintain an understanding of project VDC implementations
- Establish, document, and maintain 3D model coordinates
- Create 2D and 3D site logistics phasing plans
- Federate 3D content modeled by others, and model any content not provided.
- Laser scan point cloud integrations with Building Information Models
- Create, or assist project staff, in creating and maintaining 4D schedules and simulations
- Assumes responsibility for learning the VDC processes and standards; applies them to assigned projects.
- Reads and comprehends construction documents and applies them to VDC processes.
- Provides models and documents necessary to complete scope determined by VDC leadership and project teams.
- Incorporates design updates into project models.
- Analyzes models, looks for errors and omissions, and makes corrections as necessary.
- Assist project personnel in the implementation of the VDC goals on their projects through training and support
- Track and report on VDC metrics for each project
- Facilitate ongoing collaboration among VDC personnel including the sharing of best practices and lessons learned
- Actively participate in and lead ongoing strategic initiatives related to VDC and innovation
- Participate in speaking opportunities within the industry and focus groups
- Demonstrate Yates Core Values and Principles
- Follow Yates Code of Conduct
- Safety Responsibilities and Expectations
- Responsible for refusing unsafe work and for carrying out all work in accordance with the established Yates Safety Procedures and Work Practices
- Report all incidents, near hits and hazards to management.
- Required to wear and maintain personal PPE.
- Advise fellow employees of hazardous situations.
- Participate in workplace inspections.
- Comply with statutory requirements, including duty of care.
- Participate in required and/or assigned training.
- Provide suggestions to improve Safety.
- Present a mature approach to working safely.
- Attend prestart and Safety meetings and contribute.
- Assists with administering the site safety program as required and ensuring Trade Partner compliance with OSHA standards and Yates Site Specific Requirements and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
- Other related duties as needed and assigned by Management in support of the successful completion of the project.
Qualifications:- Associate degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
- Equivalent experience in the building industry acceptable
- An undergraduate University degree or higher (preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or a closely related field) is preferred.
- Ten (10) + years' experience working a BIM or VDC-related role, preferably in the construction industry
Requirements:- Expert level Software knowledge in one or more of the following:
- Autodesk Revit
- Navisworks Manage
- AutoCAD
- Solibri
- Experience with Trimble Project Sight and/or Autodesk Construction Cloud
- Familiarity with other BIM tools preferred:
- Trimble Sketchup
- Civil 3D
- 3D Max
- Recap Pro
- Tekla Structures
- Autodesk Point Layout
- Strong Microsoft Office skills required (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel specifically)
- Experience in BIM process and software training preferred
- Experience in MEP Coordination strongly preferred
- Willingness to work on active construction project sites
- Ability to travel
Competencies:- Strong leadership skills
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Technically astute and strategic in thinking
- Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to focus on details and can work well within a deadline driven environment
- Well-rounded base of knowledge in construction disciplines
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal guidance
Physical Demands/Essential Job Functions:This job description reflects an assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Physical requirements for this role may include but not limited to walking, standing, operating tools/equipment, and lifting items (up to 25lbs). Tasks may also be carried out in varying weather conditions and environments as appliable to the position.
