Senior VDC Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

This is a hybrid role, and we are open to candidates in New York City, Denver, or Chicago. This position will require 2 days a week working in a local office. US work authorization is required.

About VIATechnik:

VIATechnik is the global leader in Virtual Design and Construction. We have over 350 digital experts around the globe. The firm's services include Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual & Augmented Reality, Digital Twins, and Enterprise Software Application Development.

We work on some of the industry's largest and most interesting projects such as Apple's new headquarters, Virgin Hyperloop One, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) modernization & expansions, Denver International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Hudson Yards, the Atlanta Falcons Stadium, Chase Arena, the Tesla Gigafactory and many more. Our team is made up of leading VDC professionals, technologists, architects, and engineers who have a passion for solving problems and a thirst for learning. We are results-driven, creative solution finders and enjoy putting ourselves in our clients' shoes.

The role:

As a Senior VDC Engineer, you'll have the opportunity to apply your technical and engineering skills across a multitude of projects and contribute to world-class thought leadership around BIM and VDC.

This includes ensuring that projects incorporate BIM processes from the concept stage through design, construction, commissioning, and transition into maintenance and operations. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and has a deep passion for developing and implementing innovative BIM processes across teams.

Bring your implementation, architectural, and construction management mastery to work for an industry leader.

In this role you will:

• Work on the project management of VDC/BIM projects across the VDC spectrum.
• Serve as the interface to clients and cultivate client relationships. Present work to the client. Conduct and/or actively participate in meetings with the client.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements. Enhance VIATechnik's goal of continuous improvement within our company, for our clients, and for the industry.
• Coordinate and lead interesting digital model creation efforts globally for large GC coordination projects.
• Contribute to our culture of professional development and knowledge sharing by participating in and leading training efforts.

Apply if you have:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or similar.
• 3+ years of experience working for a general contractor in a field or office capacity.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Capacity to read and interpret construction documents (drawings, specifications, schedules).
• Experience generating requests for information (RFIs).
• Knowledge of primary building systems - foundations, primary building structure and walls, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, fire protection, specialty systems, conveying systems and interior finishes, and the sequence of assembly of each.
• A knack for managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work hybrid out of one of the listed offices.

Even better if you have:

• Interest in or 1+ years of experience providing implementation, training, and support in BIM and VDC.
• A background working for a general contractor in a VDC capacity.
• Proficiency in combining and coordinating BIM updates, running clash detection on revised components, and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience leading online meetings and training sessions across remote project teams using project management platforms such as ClickUp.
• Ability to create and manage complex commercial and industrial design projects within Revit, Navisworks, BIM360, AutoCAD, and other supporting programs.
• Familiarity with managing BIM and VDC across the project lifecycle including operations and facilities management.
• A track record of effectively working with and/or managing teams remotely.
• Aptitude for working effectively in an extremely fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• Proactive and flexible attitude, willingness to take an "all-hands-on-deck" approach.

Compensation and featured benefits:

• The pay for this position is $87,000 – $97,000 , and the role is eligible for bonuses. The actual salary offer may be different as we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience
• Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen)
• Dental and vision insurance. We cover up to 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and up to 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen)
• Open and flexible time off
• A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
• Home office setup costs
• Paid holidays

As a minority and woman owned and led company, VIATechnik seeks to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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