James G Davis Construction Corp

Virtual Construction Engineer

Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
  • At least 1 year of experience in Operations preferred
  • Basic understanding of BIM clash detection software
  • Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Eagerness to learn technical skills

Responsibilities

  • Perform BIM/VDC project setups and manage models
  • Lead BIM-based trade coordination and resolve conflicts
  • Produce BIM/VDC deliverables for construction milestones
  • Apply QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy
  • Collaborate with teams to define project requirements
  • Propose solutions to constructability challenges
  • Maintain model accuracy and document adjustments
  • Guide junior staff in workflows and tasks
  • Troubleshoot technical issues related to BIM and VDC
  • Stay updated on BIM technologies for process improvement

Benefits

  • 100% employer-paid health care plan
  • Life insurance and disability benefits
  • Annual contributions to HSA
  • Annual incentive bonuses and paid time off
  • 401(k), Roth, and ESOP financial benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program and fitness center access
  • Parental leave and family-forming assistance
  • Company vehicle or auto allowance
Full Job Description
SUMMARY:

The Virtual Construction Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for executing BIM and Virtual Construction (VC) tasks that directly support construction operations. This position focuses on coordination, constructability analysis, and technical problem solving.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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


  • At least one (1) year of experience in Operations preferred


  • Basic understanding of BIM industry clash detection software


  • Ability to follow standardized procedures and field safety protocols


  • Strong organizational and communication skills


  • Ability to follow departmental standards and accept technical direction


  • Demonstrated interest in technical skill development and continued learning


TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

  • Independently performs BIM/VDC project setup, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and federated model management in accordance with project controls and company standards.


  • Leads BIM-based trade coordination from project kick-off through completion, including clash detection, issue tracking and resolution, integration of shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, point cloud data, and preparation of coordination reports.


  • Produces and oversees BIM/VDC deliverables, including coordinated trade composite drawings (TCDs), request-for-interpretation support documents, overlay studies, site logistics plans, and 3D/4D visualizations aligned with construction schedule milestones.


  • Applies departmental Virtual Construction standards and QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy, coordination completeness, and alignment with project coordinates.


  • Collaborates with Field Engineering, Operations, and Reality Capture teams to define project requirements, point-of-origin selection, and integration of reality capture data for construction use.


  • Evaluates options and proposes technical solutions to resolve coordination conflicts and constructability challenges.


  • Maintains up-to-date federated models for use by operations and project teams and tracks adjustments to VC deliverable schedules, communicating changes from the original plan.


  • Provides guidance and oversight to junior staff, ensuring efficient workflows and quality completion of assignments.


  • Troubleshoots technical and software-related issues, selects appropriate BIM tools and workflows based on project scope and complexity, and supports advanced VDC processes including 3D printing, high-fidelity renderings, and 360 photo-to-model comparisons.


  • Stays current with advancements in BIM and Virtual Construction technologies and provides recommendations for improvements to equipment, software, and workflow processes.


CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

  • Autonomy + Accountability


  • Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems


  • Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others


  • Accountable for work within own role only, but work completed impacts team and / or projects


  • Business Impact


  • Impacts own team and adjacent teams


  • Uses discretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency


  • Assists in basic business development tasks


  • Talent Development


  • Acts as a resource for team members with less experience


  • May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements


  • Problem Solving + Resiliency


  • Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project / department with minimal oversight


  • Evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration


The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is
$78,000.00 - $95,000.00
DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

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
Net Income
$15 million
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$300 million

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