Senior VDC Manager

Viatechnik; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 130,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Open time off

401(k) fully vested

Home office setup costs

Paid holidays

Job summary

VIATechnik is seeking a Senior VDC Manager to lead enterprise‑level BIM/VDC projects for major GC clients. The role requires navigating ambiguity, managing a team of BIM specialists, and serving as the primary client contact to an enterprise account on the West Coast.

You will drive schedules, budgets, and bidding processes, while integrating Lean and BIM workflows across architecture, structure, and MEP disciplines, with US remote work supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's and/or master's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or similar.
• 5-8 years of project management experience for a general contractor.
• 2-4 years of experience implementing BIM/VDC workflows on large, complex construction projects.
• Strong technical understanding of project management processes, tools, systems, workflows, and schedules.
• Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous VDC projects with scope, schedule, and budget control.
• Experience reading and interpreting drawings, specs, submittals, and contracts.
• Leadership in coordinating teams and managing remote/cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Report to VIATechnik Directors and Studio Leads on VDC/BIM services.
• Manage VDC/BIM projects including 3D BIM creation, clash detection, 4D simulations, 5D cost analysis, and other VDC applications.
• Integrate BIM and Lean concepts to optimize VDC processes across trades.
• Serve as main contact and account manager to one enterprise client on the West Coast.
• Create detailed schedules, project plans, and budgets; identify planning gaps for clients.

Skills

Project management

BIM/VDC workflows

Leadership

Communication

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in architecture/civil engineering/construction management

Job description

This is a remote role within the United States. US work authorization is required.

About VIATechnik:

VIATechnik is on a mission to lead the built environment in creating a better future, today. We are one team of over 500 digital experts around the globe. Our team is a quickly growing group of committed architects, engineers, tradespersons, researchers, and business leaders. Together, we empower clients through high-quality, high-velocity experiences that consistently improve outcomes across the design, construction, and operations of buildings and infrastructure. Our clients include Amazon, Mars Wrigley, and National Geographic, the firms shaping the world's most ambitious projects.

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The role:

We are looking for a Senior VDC Manager who can lead enterprise-level projects for large general contractor clients. We need someone who is very comfortable with ambiguity and always looks for the win-win in negotiations and discussions. You will be a key member of this department's management team.

In this role you will:

• Report to VIATechnik Directors and Studio Leads on VDC/BIM services.
• Manage VDC/BIM projects including 3D BIM creation, clash detection, clash resolution, 4D simulations, 5D quantity and/or cost analysis, point cloud to BIM, virtual reality, augmented reality, and other VDC/BIM applications. Implement BIM for trades focusing on construction and fabrication including the creation of coordination documents and spool drawings, enabling BIM to factory and BIM to field, automated layout, etc.
• Integrate BIM and Lean concepts to achieve optimized VDC processes, technical delivery, and client success on projects across architecture, structure, and MEP trades.
• Serve as the main point of contact and account manager to one of our enterprise clients based on the West Coast. Serve as the primary interface and cultivate client relationships. Present work to clients. Conduct and/or actively participate in meetings with clients.
• Create detailed schedules, project plans, and budget projections to effectively manage projects to successful completion. Proactively identify and communicate gaps in planning to clients and stakeholders.
• Participate in interviewing, selecting, and reviewing employees within the department as needed.
• Assist in providing estimates, take offs, and bids for potential work and change orders.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, including actively supporting the creation of playbooks and standard operating procedures. Enhance VIATechnik's goal of continuous improvement within our company, for our clients, and for the industry.
• Responsible for on-time completion, overall budget, quality, and client satisfaction on projects.
• Align resources, plan work, and coordinate, and manage a team of BIM specialists, other VIATechnik project team members, and third party vendors. Includes presenting project scope and instructions to the team, ensuring all questions are answered, team output is received on time, and that the team is producing high-quality work.
• Learn and present new VDC technology applications for our team and clients.
• Travel to client sites and other VIATechnik company locations.
• Contribute to the VIATechnik culture of professional development and knowledge sharing by participating in and leading training efforts.
• Serve as the people manager for VIATechnik employees from entry to manager levels as assigned. Includes supporting career development, feedback, training, and project execution success for all direct reports.

What's in it for you:

• Purpose: this is an opportunity to lead VDC initiatives on some of the most ambitious construction projects in the world. You will shape the way our enterprise clients execute design, coordination, and construction by integrating next-generation digital tools and workflows.
• Growth: you will gain exposure to complex, multi-trade environments, develop strategic client leadership skills, and contribute directly to the evolution of VIATechnik's national VDC practice. The role offers advancement into higher-level operational and strategic leadership positions.
• Motivators: you will operate in an innovative, technology-forward culture that values autonomy, creativity, and measurable results. Every project you lead will have a visible impact on both client success and the advancement of digital construction practices across the industry.

Apply if you have:

• A bachelor's and/or master's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or similar.
• 5-8 years of project management experience for a general contractor.
• 2-4 years of experience implementing BIM/VDC workflows on large, complex construction projects.
• Strong technical understanding of project management processes, tools, systems, workflows, and schedules.
• Deep understanding of project requirements and goals, as well as how to accomplish them
• Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous VDC projects, including scope, schedule, and budget, with minimal oversight.
• Strong technical proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents (drawings, specs, submittals, and contracts).
• Demonstrated leadership in team coordination, resource planning, and project delivery across remote and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building trust with clients and internal stakeholders.
• A positive outlook and strong ability to steer difficult conversations to positive outcomes.
• Availability for occasional travel to client sites.

Even better if you have:

• A strong understanding of construction processes.
• Experience overseeing BIM/VDC implementation across the full project lifecycle, from design development to fabrication and installation.
• A track record of training others, developing SOPs, or contributing to internal process improvements.
• Experience supporting proposals, estimating, and change order development for VDC-related scopes.
• Experience working for small GCs where you've touched every aspect of projects.
• Strong ability to mentor junior team members and support their career development.
• A project management certification or degree.
• Familiarity with Lean principles, Agile delivery, or integrated project delivery (IPD) methodologies.

Compensation and featured benefits:

• The pay for this position is $130,000 – $145,000, and the role is eligible for bonuses. The actual salary offer may be different as we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience
• Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen)
• Dental and vision insurance. We cover up to 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and up to 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen)
• Open and flexible time off
• A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
• Home office setup costs
• Paid holidays

As a minority and woman owned and led company, VIATechnik seeks to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

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