Assistant VDC Manager - Federal Wilmington, NC

Whiting-Turner Co; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is seeking an Assistant VDC Manager in Wilmington, NC to lead BIM coordination efforts on Federal projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and a strong understanding of Virtual Building processes.

This role involves developing BIM Execution Plans, managing multiple projects, and leveraging advanced Autodesk products to enhance project efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in relevant fields.
• 2+ years of experience in BIM Management or Federal construction projects.
• Proficiency in BIM coordination management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams in executing a Virtual Building program.
• Develop BIM Execution Plans and manage project simulations.
• Conduct collaborative meetings with trade partners.

Skills

BIM coordination management

Reading construction drawings

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architectural, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks Manage

BIM Collaborate

Job description

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

Please note:

• Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.
• The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

Whiting-Turner is looking for a self‑motivated, collaborative, and confident individual with a minimum of 2 years of experience leading multi‑discipline BIM coordination efforts for either a Subcontractor or General Contractor. Work experience in the Federal sector is strongly preferred. The individual will be expected to manage the Virtual Building process for multiple projects.

Job Title: Assistant VDC Manager

Category: Construction Operations

Job Location: Wilmington, NC

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Job Description:

This individual will lead various project teams in the execution of a Virtual Building program. They will also be tasked with leveraging BIM and other emerging technologies to promote VDC adoption within Whiting‑Turner’s Federal portfolio.

Qualified Candidates should:

• Be proficient in reading and understanding construction drawings and interpreting construction schedules.
• Have an intermediate knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems.
• B e adept in coordination management software used to aggregate BIMs and run conflict detection.
• Thrive in a team environment contributing to both large projects and producing independent work.
• Have an innately curious, forward‑thinking personality to push innovative ideas in all aspects of daily tasks.
• Be able to multi‑task and work concurrently on multiple projects.

Typical Daily tasks include:

• Reviewing RFPs and specifications for BIM requirements.
• Developing BIM Execution Plans.
• Evaluating Design Intent models for constructability and accuracy.
• Creating virtual simulations to validate and improve site logistics, safety concerns, building sequencing, and scheduling.
• Developing BIM scope language for BIM participating trade partners.
• Leading collaborative meetings with trade partners and designers to resolve above ceiling conflicts using virtual models.
• Producing clash reports and action items for distribution to all BIM stakeholders.
• Assisting with Virtual mock‑ups and gap modeling specific systems.
• Generating and tracking RFIs resulting from the Virtual Build Process.
• Developing composite shop drawing submittals.
• Testing new software programs and technologies and making recommendations on use for project‑specific needs.

Software Proficiency:

• Excellent General Computing Skills
• Advanced knowledge of Autodesk products including but not limited to:
  • Revit
  • AutoCAD
  • Navisworks Manage
• Experience with cloud‑based common data environments such as: SharePoint and Autodesk Forma and Desktop Connector
• Knowledge of BIM issue tracking software such as: BIM Collaborate and Revizto.
• Experience with 4D Scheduling Tools (Synchro, Fuzor or similar)

Required Skills

Otherrequired skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work well with cross-discipline teams
• Skilled at problem solving

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree with preference given to Architectural, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management related degrees or associate degrees in a VDC/BIM technical concentration.
• 2 or more years of relevant work experience in the AEC industry in a BIM Management role or other relevant field experience on Federal construction projects.