Ld VDC Specialist

DPR Construction; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking an experienced VDC/BIM professional to lead digital modeling strategies across complex projects. You will guide cross-functional teams, resolve modeling issues, and promote innovative VDC practices to improve project delivery.

With a focus on mentorship and process improvement, you will help elevate VDC adoption and collaboration among design, engineering, and construction stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in VDC, BIM, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Leads development and implementation of digital modeling strategies for projects.
• Guides multidisciplinary teams in resolving complex modeling issues and coordinating VDC efforts.
• Communicates VDC best practices and optimizes workflows to support project needs and efficiency.
• Mentors team members, sharing expertise and promoting best practices in VDC processes.

Skills

VDC

BIM

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field

Job description

Job Description At DPR, roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job title—they are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are, take ownership of outcomes, and always act in the best interest of the team, customer, project and organization. As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired, we rely on trust, shared leadership, open communication, disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build, but who we build and how we build it: with integrity, enjoyment, uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:

Supports implementation across multiple or complex projects for both established and emerging Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) workflows using data-rich models to coordinate, quantify, plan, and track work. Applies advanced VDC expertise to optimize project delivery through cross-functional integration, and resolving issues before they impact construction. Contributes to project efficiency by facilitating clear communication among design, engineering, and construction teams, providing technical support and process improvement to elevate the expectations for cross-functional VDC use. Improves overall project outcomes by solving issues before they impact construction, supporting the timely development and approval of shop/fabrication level models, and leading the adoption of emerging VDC processes. Contributes to organizational growth by mentoring project team members, optimizing VDC processes, and fostering a culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Leads the development and implementation of digital modeling strategies, develops project-specific Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) strategies, supports business development through pursuits, and develops site logistics and safety plans. Guides multidisciplinary teams in resolving complex modeling issues, leveraging advanced expertise in specific project typologies and technical tools to deliver innovative and effective solutions. Communicates VDC best practices, optimizes workflows to ensure achievement of VDC performance indicators to support the customer and project needs, and facilitates the sharing of knowledge through success stories and lessons learned. Monitors the integration of models for established and emerging cross-functional processes to enhance collaboration and efficiency. Facilitates design and trade partner coordination meetings, works alongside design managers to champion integration between project stakeholders, communicates critical updates, and aligns diverse stakeholder groups to maintain project momentum. Evaluates and implements emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve model based project delivery. Mentors team members by sharing expertise, resources, and guidance on complex VDC processes and procedures.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, a related field, or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:

5+years of experience in VDC, BIM, or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:

None required.

Anticipated starting pay range: $109,000.00- $145,000.00

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical, dental, vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs for skilled craft and labor or experienced professionals and recent graduates.

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek. Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.

The DPR family of companies is closing the gap between design and construction with an integrated collection of products and services to build smarter, move faster and achieve strong results. Our approximately 11,000 employees share a commitment to growth, innovation and building great things, great teams, great careers and great projects that change the world.

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