Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Project Engineer

F.H. Paschen

$75K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Thorough knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) principles and practices.
  • 5 years of construction or drafting experience required, with relevant certifications.
  • 2 years of direct experience as a BIM Coordinator essential.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction documents including drawings, specifications, and schedules.
  • Exceptional communication skills to work with diverse teams effectively.
  • Expertise in Autodesk software including REVIT, Navisworks Manage, and BIM 360 required.
  • Familiarity with VDC technologies such as Bluebeam and drone technology is an asset.

Responsibilities

  • Understand and implement Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) standards and processes.
  • Create compelling animations and renderings using tools like Sketchup.
  • Execute BIM Execution Plans with precision.
  • Assist preconstruction services in developing site quantities using provided models.
  • Review and maintain CAD standards across projects.
  • Capture and uphold existing site conditions in modeling.
  • Help produce Construction Process Plan documents for effective coordination.
  • Manage architectural and structural models, ensuring MEP/FP coordination and design integrity.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance offered.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • 401K matching to support retirement plans.
  • Flexible spending accounts to manage healthcare costs.
  • Life insurance for added security.
  • Referral program encouraging employee recommendations.
  • Support for professional development to enhance skills.
  • Eligibility for Year End Bonus based on performance.
  • LifeLock subscription for identity theft protection.
Full Job Description


Position Overview:

Develops and maintains Building Information Models as assigned.

Assigned Responsibilities:

  • Understand, promote, and implement VDC standards, processes, and technologies.
  • Create animations and renderings for proposals using tools such as Sketchup.
  • Implement BIM Execution Plans
  • Aid preconstruction services in developing quantities based on developer or owner provided models.
  • Participate in reviewing CAD standards on projects.
  • Develop or capture and maintain existing site conditions models.
  • Aid in Development of Construction Process Plan Documents for Internal and External Coordination and Communication
  • Produce and maintain architectural and structural models, such as ceiling grids, vertical transportation, building envelops, while leading MEP/FP coordination
  • Assist in quality control for completeness and adherence to company standards of all shop drawings produced.
  • Help resolve VDC design issues.

Requirements

  • Thorough knowledge of BIM.
  • Highly motivated team player that can work in internal and external team environments.
  • Exceptional communication skills required.
  • Excitement about BIM and how it can improve the processes and projects at F.H. Paschen.
  • 5 years of construction or drafting experience with applicable certificates
  • 2 years of direct BIM Coordinator experience
  • Candidates should be able to read and interpret construction documents including contract drawings, specifications, project schedules and scopes of work.
  • Proficiency with Autodesk Enterprise including, REVIT, Navisworks Manage, and BIM 360 is required.
  • Familiarity with other VDC technologies such as Bluebeam, laser scanning, drone flying, Sketchup Pro and AR/VR is a big plus.

Benefits
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401K matching
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Referral program
  • Professional development assistance
  • Eligibility for Year End Bonus
  • LifeLock Subscription


Pay Range

$75,000 - $100,000

F.H. Paschen reserves the right to offer the selected candidate or applicant an hourly rate or salary at an appropriate level to be set and determined by the employer that is commensurate with the applicant's qualifications, experience, education, skill training, certifications, or seniority.

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