James G Davis Construction Corp

Virtual Construction Engineer

James G Davis Construction Corp • $78K — $95K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Rockville, MD
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience
  • At least one year of experience in construction operations preferred
  • Basic understanding of BIM clash detection software
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Commitment to technical skill development and learning

Responsibilities

  • Execute BIM/VDC project setup following company standards
  • Lead BIM-based trade coordination throughout the project lifecycle
  • Produce and manage BIM/VDC deliverables including plans and visualizations
  • Ensure model accuracy and coordination adherence through QA/QC procedures
  • Collaborate with teams to define project requirements and integrate data
  • Propose solutions for coordination conflicts and constructability issues
  • Guide junior staff to ensure workflow efficiency and quality of work

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and technical skill advancement
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-departmental interaction
  • Exposure to advanced Virtual Construction technologies and methodologies
  • Support for innovation in processes and equipment
  • Potential for leadership opportunities in project settings
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

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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