BIM/VDC Engineer: Model Lead & Field Integration

Austin Industries, Inc.; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K plan

Employee ownership (ESOP)

Job summary

Austin Commercial in Austin, TX is seeking a VDC Engineer to serve as the BIM/VDC Model Administrator on assigned projects and implement BIM/VDC processes across the Texas division.

The role requires a BS/BA in engineering or related field, at least 3 years of project engineering experience, and strong knowledge of BIM/VDC software. You will spend time on site, train staff, and lead coordination efforts while contributing to 100% employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or completion of Construction Management Certificate Program or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years of project engineering experience (Field Engineer, Project Engineer, or equivalent).
• Thorough knowledge of construction BIM/VDC processes and software.
• General understanding of project delivery methods (CMR, DBB, IPD, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Functions as the BIM/VDC Model Administrator on assigned projects.
• Implements Austin Commercial BIM/VDC processes on assigned projects.
• Spends time at the jobsite implementing BIM/VDC field construction processes on assigned projects.
• Supports BIM/VDC project staff training on assigned projects and markets BIM/VDC services.
• Presents BIM/VDC projects and services at industry related conferences and forums.
• Creates models, including site logistics, structure, interior/exterior architecture, and MEP/FP systems as needed.
• Validates model quality and accuracy.
• Performs model revisions and manages model distribution.
• Creates custom model components and families as needed.
• Creates, revises, and maintains 4D schedules.
• Develops and maintains BIM/VDC coordination schedules on assigned projects.
• Manages and distributes BIM/VDC coordination files on assigned projects.
• Leads and/or Manages the BIM/VDC coordination effort, identifying areas of conflict and leads conflict resolution.
• Tracks and reports on BIM/VDC coordination progress and efficiency.
• Creates and distributes coordination meeting minutes.
• Assists in BIM/VDC shop and field use drawing production and review.
• Creates dimensioned drawings from the model for field use as needed.
• Supports BIM/VDC layout on projects and assists in field as-built verification.
• Validates model accuracy for model based quantity takeoff.
• Creates model based quantity surveys for estimate verification.
• Models components as needed for accurate quantity takeoff.
• Ability to support an FM implementation strategy based on Owner’s needs and future goals.
• Supports the training of Owner’s FM staff on implementation of FM software and workflows as required.

Skills

BIM/VDC processes

Public speaking

Communication skills

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Construction Management Certificate

Tools

BIM software

Job description

Austin Commercial in Austin, TX is seeking a VDC Engineer to serve as the BIM/VDC Model Administrator on assigned projects and implement BIM/VDC processes across the Texas division.

The role requires a BS/BA in engineering or related field, at least 3 years of project engineering experience, and strong knowledge of BIM/VDC software. You will spend time on site, train staff, and lead coordination efforts while contributing to 100% employee-owned culture.