Manager, Virtual Design and Construction

Universal Creative; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Creative seeks a VDC Manager to lead the integration of VDC technologies for project delivery, coordinating design and construction teams to ensure on-time, on-budget results. You will serve as the technical expert for VDC processes, driving collaboration and accurate model-based workflows across stakeholders.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in BIM/VDC, 3+ years in leadership, and strong experience with Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud, with a preference for theme

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in BIM/VDC or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in BIM/VDC leadership or managerial role.
• 3+ years in themed entertainment or large-scale, complex projects.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred; licensure a plus; certifications are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of VDC processes and standards across projects.
• Serve as primary technical expert on VDC standards for project teams.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, vendors, and contractors to integrate VDC tools.
• Lead training initiatives for project teams on VDC tools and technologies.
• Identify and report risks related to design and construction using VDC tools; develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure VDC deliverables (models, drawings, simulations) meet universal standards and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

BIM/VDC expertise

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, construction management, or related field

Master’s degree in architecture or related field (preferred)

Registered architect or engineer (plus)

VDC/BIM certifications (preferred)

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Autodesk Navisworks

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Job Summary

The primary function of the Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Manager is to lead the integration of VDC technologies to enhance project delivery and collaboration across all stakeholders, ensuring the successful execution of projects through their lifecycle. The VDC Manager serves as the technical expert for the project team, ensuring that VDC processes are effectively utilized to meet Universal Standards and expectations. The VDC Manager acts as the liaison between the project team, design, construction, and other stakeholders, ensuring all VDC processes are effectively utilized to meet Universal Standards and expectations, while also ensuring effective coordination, collaboration, and delivery of a high-quality, on-time, and on-budget project.

Major Responsibilities

• Project Development: Lead the implementation of VDC processes and standards. This includes managing access to the VDC database to ensure that all design and construction activities align with project goals and objectives.
• Technical Expertise: Serve as the primary point of contact regarding Universal Creative’s VDC standards and processes for the project team, ensuring that the project outcomes reflect the vision, goals, and requirements of Universal Creative.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Partner with architects, engineers, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders to integrate VDC tools into project workflows, facilitate coordination, and resolve conflicts early in the design and construction phases.
• Training & Support: Lead training initiatives for project teams and stakeholders on VDC tools and technologies, promoting effective adoption and usage throughout the project.
• Risk Mitigation and Reporting: Proactively identify and report risks related to design and construction phases, leveraging VDC tools such as clash detection to analyze potential issues and collaborate with project teams to develop and implement mitigation strategies.
• Quality Control: Ensure that all VDC deliverables, such as models, drawings, and simulations, meet the required standards and are accurate and reliable.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Supervises an Exempt team.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Consistent attendance is a job requirement.
• Preferred technical skills include:
• Proficient in the use of Autodesk’s Revit and Autodesk Navisworks.
• Solid understanding of Autodesk Construction Cloud as a collaborative tool for project coordination and management.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, construction management, or any construction-related field required.
• Master’s degree in architecture or related field is preferred.
• Registered architect or engineer would be a plus.
• Certification in VDC (e.g., VDC Professional, BIM Manager Certification), BIM (e.g., Autodesk Certified Professional) or construction management is highly preferred.

Experience

• At least 5 years of experience in Building Information Management (BIM), Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) or related field required. A minimum of 3 years in a BIM/VDC leadership or managerial role.
• Proven expertise in managing VDC processes, including Building Information Modeling (BIM), 3D modeling, clash detection, across a range of project types (e.g., commercial, theme park, industrial, infrastructure).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in themed entertainment or other large-scale, complex projects is required.

EOE