Job Description:
VDC Manager

• The VDC Manager is responsible for researching and standardizing VDC/BIM workflows across our design, manufacturing, and construction practice as well as organizing and communicating BIM technical information throughout the enterprise
• Must understand the practice of architecture, engineering and construction in order to support those professionals with the ability to standardize, support and present technology solutions. This includes sales/client-facing presentations and meetings.
• Maintain and develop standardized processes, document best practices, and provide for VDC knowledge sharing within the VDC department and throughout the enterprise.
• Establish Standards of Practice and Integrated workflows with a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly as it relates to Design Assist and Integrated Project Delivery.
• Manage, lead, and develop IPS VDC staff including: VDC Modelers and VDC Coordinators across the program. Includes performance reviews, management of Individual Development Plan, department meetings, and all the other critical elements that build a team. Identify appropriate resource needs, assign individual responsibilities, and develop department schedules to ensure successful implementation of VDC on projects.
• Work with Project Managers and Design Leaders to establish the VDC process for inclusion in Project Execution Plans.
• Develop collaborative project workflows and processes with project partners and VDC staff.
• Update, develop, and implement VDC training programs for Designers, Engineers, Project Mangers, Cost Estimators, Schedulers and Field staff.
• Challenge current BIM/VDC practices, guiding the resulting technology transformation.
• Liaison with IT and project staff to ensure functional and efficient hardware and software setups for plant-based staff, remote staff, at colocation facilities, and on jobsites.
• Provide VDC implementation oversight on projects; develop BIM Execution Plans; and calculate technology ROI and other metrics to IPS Business/ Ops Leadership.
• Assist the Field Operations team to optimize the company’s approach to Design Assist
• Assist the engineering and manufacturing production teams in implementing VDC tools/processes to optimize production-related Quality Control and Quality Assurance
• Collaborate with project teams to develop a specific project technology approach.
• Utilize Virtual Reality technology, Drones, and any new technology that will help or be required on a project.
• Use CAD/BIM software to aid in VDC tasks such as; AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, and any other required 2D and 3D software.
• Collaborate between subcontractors, contractors, clients, and designers by coordinating regular meetings to discuss changes and various design aspects of the job.
• Willingness to travel 20-40% of the time to various job and/or plant locations.
• BS required in Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience in computer assisted drafting, design, and VDC/BIM required.
• Strong working knowledge of Navisworks Manage, Revit, BIMDex and AutoCAD is required. Working knowledge of SolidWorks is desired.
• Willingness to learn new software, and optimize the conversions of project models and data between different software platforms
• Experience with, and passionate about, design technology; skilled in its application and practices to increase user effectiveness
• Extensive capabilities with MS Office, including Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Design-Bid-Build, Design/Build, Design Assist, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) and other modern contractual delivery methods
• Proven successful implementations of BIM platform technologies
• Understanding of the construction industry along with likely future trends as it relates to VDC
• Strong working knowledge of MEP systems and installations
• Understanding of project workflows from design, estimation, construction administration and coordination, and fabrication
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Must have field experience in design and construction
• Must have strong organizations skill (juggling multiple jobs and files from multiple vendors) to be able to meet project deadlines.
• Customer service experience exhibiting strong oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work well with individuals (co-workers, clients, partners, vendors) at all levels.
• Able to deal with and resolve conflicts between contractors, clients, and the design team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $140,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 5 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you a US Citizen?
• Are you a Green Card Holder?
• What is your email address/email ID?
• What is your Current Location? Mention the location with zip code
• What would be your notice period if offered?
• What is your salary expectation for fulltime per annum?
• What is the reason for a job change from your current employment?

Experience:

• VDC/BIM: 7 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Tuscaloosa, AL 35401: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person