VDC Manager

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking to fill a Virtual Design & Construction Manager. A successful candidate will lead development, implementation and support of all VDC processes across the region.

The primary objective for this individual is to support established VDC initiatives leveraged by project teams both in the office and field, and supporting model-based project management, process workflows, and construction technology deployment for DPR business units.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for deployment of VDC initiatives and VDC technology platform(s) / solutions
• Train, educate and mentor project personnel in various BIM software and processes
• Work with project teams to establish complete BIM/VDC execution strategy; Provide project specific VDC strategy at the onset and incorporate in BIM/VDC Execution Plan
• Oversee project-specific VDC strategies, scope and plans in addition to managing successful implementation of DPR’s current best practices and high standards for predictable results and efficient VDC delivery
• Manage on-site construction team efforts in the implementation of VDC applications and processes in addition VDC deliverables
• Manage and support VDC Engineer(s) where needed
• Assist in strategic business roadmap development, and in preparing the BIM/VDC portions of proposals and participating in interviews when appropriate
• Provide guidance and support with contract language for BIM scopes; develop preconstruction subcontractor procurement templates and exhibits for BIM/VDC buyout
• Oversee that each project is utilizing the Project VDC Execution Plan and adhering to the project’s contractual requirements
• Contribute to KPI’s and metrics to evaluate and assess value, impact, ROI of established VDC initiatives
• Monitor and track BIM specific metrics via the Dashboard or other tracking platforms
• Help facilitate and set up projects with VDC Services
  
  

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:

• Ability to apply low risk management measures
• Effectively manage and multi-task VDC operations and processes on “5 ” projects
• Travel and have a flexible work schedule
• Collaborate and understand complex processes and produce solutions to them
• Lead and be led
• Understand, communicate, and explain technical processes and programs to every day users
• Speak and present internally/externally
• Create and executing strategic plans
• Allocating resources and management of personnel
• Hardware and technology platform adoption and integration
• Training and education of programs and processes
• Time/project management
• Creation of visual graphics, media, and content
• Advanced understanding of design, engineering, and construction processes
• Technical services such as UAV’s, laser scanning, AR/VR, etc.)
• Data management and exchange protocols
• Cloud computing and file server management
  
  

Education & Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in the building industry
• Have 5-7 years’ experience working Precon, Operations, or VDC-related role
• 5-7 years in the field of design, engineering, or construction
• Intermediate to Advanced level software knowledge in Autodesk packages (i.e.: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, etc.) and other platforms
  
  

Core Company Competencies

• Take Care of People
• Deliver Results
• Focus on customers
• Improve our business
• Collaborate
• Communicate
• Influence
• Action oriented - Doer
• Develop yourself
• Lead team
  
  

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.