BIM/VDC Lead - Preconstruction & Visualization Expert

Hoar Construction; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Hoar Construction is seeking an on-site VDC Manager to lead BIM/VDC efforts across one or more Austin projects. You will drive model development for preconstruction, support schedule optimization, and implement advanced BIM technologies.

The role requires 5–7 years in VDC/BIM, proficiency in Navisworks, Revit, VICO and related tools, and strong collaboration with project teams. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage, coach and provide support to VDC staff, creating and utilizing models for schedule optimization; support VDC implementation opportunities in the marketing and preconstruction phases of a project.
• Collaborate with project teams to develop BIM plans and strategy, implement VDC program activities for projects.
• Maintain quality assurance of design and support BIM implementation opportunities in the pre-construction phases of a project; lead development of project BIM deliverables, including sign off models and FM data.
• Develop and maintain the BIM/VDC technologies and processes, provide training and effective communication where changes impact procedures, people and practices. Participate in development and implementation of corporate VDC goals.
• Implement various BIM modeling applications. Provide technical knowledge of the BIM applications used, related systems and network infrastructure, and provide general awareness of new technology.
• Attend meetings to assist project teams with BIM coordination, budget development and reviews; assist marketing group with communication the benefits of BIM to prospective clients, owners and partners.
• Maintain, Evaluate and Report VDC Metrics.; maintain an accurate and current database of VDC implementation costs for each project within the Division.
• Effectively communicate BIM plan and coordination with field supervision, trade partners, project teams. Discuss VDC “lessons learned” and Verify/Confirm Concurrence.
• Review trade partner BIM qualifications and advise project team during buyout, ensure trade partner/subcontractor compliance with BIM requirements.
• Work with reality capture team or service providers to perform laser scanning services.
• Assist IT services with troubleshooting BIM software issues and troubleshooting for local users.

Skills

BIM/VDC

Navisworks

Revit

VICO

Assemble

AutoCAD

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

BIM technology software

Job description

Hoar Construction is seeking an on-site VDC Manager to lead BIM/VDC efforts across one or more Austin projects. You will drive model development for preconstruction, support schedule optimization, and implement advanced BIM technologies.

The role requires 5–7 years in VDC/BIM, proficiency in Navisworks, Revit, VICO and related tools, and strong collaboration with project teams. Travel up to 10% may be required.