Senior VDC Engineer

Davis Construction; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 88,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Life insurance

Annual incentive bonus

Paid time off

Disability benefits

Job summary

DAVIS is seeking a Senior Virtual Construction Engineer in Rockville, MD to lead BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects. You will guide model coordination, clash detection, and deliverables while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with project teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field or equivalent experience, 3+ years VDC experience, and strong proficiency with Navisworks, Revit, and AutoCAD. You will help drive coordination across active projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 3+ years of VDC experience
• Advanced proficiency with Navisworks, Revit and AutoCAD
• Ability to manage federated models and clash detection
• Strong communication with project teams and leadership
• Experience leading coordination on active construction projects

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex projects
• Lead federated model coordination and clash detection efforts
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical oversight
• Ensure QA/QC and alignment with project schedule

Skills

BIM leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Navisworks

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

12530 Parklawn Drive, Headquarters - Rockville, MD, Maryland

Job Position Type

Full time

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

SUMMARY:

The Senior Virtual Construction Engineer is a technical leader responsible for planning, overseeing advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects.They provide strategic direction formodel basedcoordination, and deliverable development while mentoring junior staff.This roleleadsmultiple complex BIM coordination efforts while reporting to higher staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or related field, or equivalent years of experience

A minimum of three (3) years VDC experience

Advancedproficiencyacross BIM industry software such as Autodesk Navisworks,Revitand AutoCAD

Demonstrated ability to independently manage federated models, clash detection, and coordination issue resolution

Deep understanding of point cloud processing,analysisand incorporation into VDC efforts

Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently

Strong communicationskills with project teams and leadership

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Proven experience leading coordination efforts on active construction projects

Strong understanding of construction documents, building systems, assemblies, phasing, trade coordination workflows

Ability to interpret andvalidateshop drawings and submittals

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Leads advanced trade coordination efforts on complex new construction and renovation projects, including clash detection, issue tracking, coordination meetings, integration of shop drawings and RFIs, and preparation of coordination reports.

Manages Virtual Construction project setup and model administration, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and development of complex federated models in alignment with project controls and company workflows.

Applies discipline-specificscopeknowledge and BIM Execution Plan requirements to define coordination needs and deliverables, including specialized efforts such as core drilling coordination for building conversion projects.

Independently produces and oversees advanced BIM/VDC deliverables, including trade composite drawings, overlay studies, point cloud processing, sitelogisticsplans, and related documentation using company-standard tools.

Establishes and enforces project-specific QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy,coordinationcompleteness, adherence to standards, and alignment with project coordinates.

Collaborateswith Field Engineering and Reality Capture teams toestablishproject requirements, point of originselection, and effective integration of reality capture data.

Evaluates coordination challenges and develops creative, constructable solutions byleveragingexperience and technicalexpertise.

Aligns Virtual Construction deliverables with construction schedule milestones and supports project teams in meeting critical deadlines.

Provides technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff, guidingassignmentsand promoting efficient, high-quality workflows.

Supports cost management for VC projects and actively advances technology adoption, automation, and innovative workflows to enhance project delivery.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

Autonomy + Accountability

Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products and services

Works independently, receives minimal guidance

Accountable for own work andpossibly otherson the team

Business Impact

Impactsown team, adjacent teams, and potentially across the company

Decisions are made with minimal guidance and may affect the success of the department / revenue group

Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning

Talent Development

Serves asalead for the team, leading small projects

May have formal supervisory responsibilities

Providessubject matter guidance to team members with less experience

Problem Solving + Resiliency

Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures

Gathers and analyzes data toidentifyand solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

DAVIS CORE VALUES:

TRUST

Excellence in Service– Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations

Inclusion– Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging

Integrity– Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions

Building Relationships– Creating andmaintainingstrong partnerships through leadership, creativesolutionsand hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is

$88,000.00 - $105,000.00

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

SUMMARY:

The Senior Virtual Construction Engineer is a technical leader responsible for planning, overseeing advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects.They provide strategic direction formodel basedcoordination, and deliverable development while mentoring junior staff.This roleleadsmultiple complex BIM coordination efforts while reporting to higher staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or related field, or equivalent years of experience

• A minimum of three (3) years VDC experience

• Advancedproficiencyacross BIM industry software such as Autodesk Navisworks,Revitand AutoCAD

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage federated models, clash detection, and coordination issue resolution

• Deep understanding of point cloud processing,analysisand incorporation into VDC efforts

• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently

• Strong communicationskills with project teams and leadership

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proven experience leading coordination efforts on active construction projects

• Strong understanding of construction documents, building systems, assemblies, phasing, trade coordination workflows

• Ability to interpret andvalidateshop drawings and submittals
  

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

• Leads advanced trade coordination efforts on complex new construction and renovation projects, including clash detection, issue tracking, coordination meetings, integration of shop drawings and RFIs, and preparation of coordination reports.

• Manages Virtual Construction project setup and model administration, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and development of complex federated models in alignment with project controls and company workflows.

• Applies discipline-specificscopeknowledge and BIM Execution Plan requirements to define coordination needs and deliverables, including specialized efforts such as core drilling coordination for building conversion projects.

• Independently produces and oversees advanced BIM/VDC deliverables, including trade composite drawings, overlay studies, point cloud processing, sitelogisticsplans, and related documentation using company-standard tools.

• Establishes and enforces project-specific QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy,coordinationcompleteness, adherence to standards, and alignment with project coordinates.

• Collaborateswith Field Engineering and Reality Capture teams toestablishproject requirements, point of originselection, and effective integration of reality capture data.

• Evaluates coordination challenges and develops creative, constructable solutions byleveragingexperience and technicalexpertise.

• Aligns Virtual Construction deliverables with construction schedule milestones and supports project teams in meeting critical deadlines.

• Provides technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff, guidingassignmentsand promoting efficient, high-quality workflows.

• Supports cost management for VC projects and actively advances technology adoption, automation, and innovative workflows to enhance project delivery.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

• Autonomy + Accountability

• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products and services

• Works independently, receives minimal guidance

• Accountable for own work andpossibly otherson the team

• Business Impact

• Impactsown team, adjacent teams, and potentially across the company

• Decisions are made with minimal guidance and may affect the success of the department / revenue group

• Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning

• Talent Development

• Serves asalead for the team, leading small projects

• May have formal supervisory responsibilities

• Providessubject matter guidance to team members with less experience

• Problem Solving + Resiliency

• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures

• Gathers and analyzes data toidentifyand solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

DAVIS CORE VALUES:

• TRUST

• Excellence in Service– Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations

• Inclusion– Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging

• Integrity– Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions

• Building Relationships– Creating andmaintainingstrong partnerships through leadership, creativesolutionsand hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is

$88,000.00 - $105,000.00

DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.

The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At DAVIS, our vision is to build a culture that is innovative, connected, and balanced.