Senior VDC Engineer - Self-Perform Work

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking a Senior Virtual Design & Construction, Project Engineer, for our Self-Perform Team. The successful candidate will facilitate the creation of detailed concrete models for projects across the Southeast. Primary objectives for the candidate are to support Precon, Construction, and Field Operations. In addition to project support; the candidate will also support regional and national VDC efforts that will continue to push the model to the field, train project members, and drive implementation of construction technology across the DPR Business Units.

Basic Qualifications

We are looking for a flexible, detail-oriented individual that will relish performing in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, with ability to multi-task, produce quality deliverables, and meet project-based deadlines. The successful candidate will possess:

• Intermediate to proficient knowledge of Tekla Structures and Trimble Connect
• Basic to Intermediate level software knowledge of Autodesk packages (i.e.: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, etc.) or other relevant platforms
• Basic to Intermediate knowledge of field layout workflows
• Understanding of rebar or formwork modeling
• Ability to quickly learn new software tools and train others
• Ability to work in a flat-organization environment that requires full transparency, team collaboration, leading by influencing, and socialization of initiatives
• Communicate ideas and information orally and written form
• Configuring of project site to host BIM data (if applicable) or other equitable platforms
• Effectively execute and multi-task VDC operations and processes on a single project
  
  

Required Experience

• Engineering or construction related field
• Concrete industry and processes
• RFI’s and submittal process
• Tekla Structures experience is a must
  
  

Education & Technical Qualifications

• Associates degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in the AECO industry
• 2-4 years in the field of design, engineering, or construction
• 2-4 years’ experience working a Precon, Operations, or VDC-related role
  
  

Core Company Competencies

• Technical Builder
• Focus on customers (DPR, Client, and Trades)
• Improve overall technical project delivery
• Collaborate, communicate, and drive design coordination
• Develop yourself both technically and as a builder
• Ever Forward
• Deliver Results
  
  

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.

Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.