Senior VDC Manager

DPR Construction; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 1,750,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction is seeking a Virtual Design & Construction, Senior Project Manager to lead development, implementation and support of VDC processes across the region. The role focuses on strategic VDC deployment, KPI-driven ROI, and strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate brings extensive BIM/VDC experience, leadership of multiple offices, and deep knowledge of Autodesk tools to drive innovation in complex projects within the technology, life sciences, healthcare and commercial sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field
• 7-10+ years BIM or VDC experience
• 7-10+ years in design, engineering, or construction
• 7-10+ years managing multiple offices/regions/projects
• Advanced software knowledge in Autodesk packages (Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks)
• Understanding of Lean Construction principles

Responsibilities

• Deploy VDC initiatives and technology platforms across the region
• Review requirements, contracts and evaluation documents for risks or value
• Apply risk management to VDC opportunities to identify and mitigate risks
• Provide leadership and support by monitoring performance against project plans
• Develop regional VDC strategic plan and KPI framework
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients to facilitate VDC processes
• Lead regional department heads and VDC managers/engineers
• Create KPIs and metrics to evaluate ROI of VDC initiatives
• Coordinate data gathering and analysis for regional VDC growth
• Foster partnerships in education leadership locally and regionally

Skills

Influence stakeholders

VDC strategy planning

Risk mitigation

BIM/VDC analysis

Change leadership

Budget management

Project management principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Equivalent experience in AEC

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Job description

Job Description

DPR Construction is seeking to fill a Virtual Design & Construction, Senior Project Manager. A successful candidate will lead development, implementation and support of all VDC processes across theregion.

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Responsibilities

• Responsible for strategic tactical deployment of VDC initiatives and VDC technology platform(s) / solutions
• Review any risk or value for the organization by analysing requirements, contract, and evaluation documents
• Applies risk management principles to VDC opportunities and projects to identify and mitigate risks
• Provides management and support services by monitoring performance against Project Execution Plans, Client and project needs, and instituting remedial actions when required
• Participate in the development of the regional VDC strategic plan
• Establish and maintain relationships with internal and external clients that facilitate effective and efficient VDC processes
• Provide leadership to regional/local department heads in a fashion that supports the company’s culture, mission and values
• Management of local Project VDC Managers & Engineers
• The creation of KPI’s and metrics to evaluate and determine value, impact, ROI of established VDC initiatives
• Manage and participate in data gathering and analysis of metrics for regional and local VDC growth
• Coordinates and provides timely and value-added services to internal/external clients
• Facilitates the sharing of knowledge and experience across the organisation through various forms
• Nurture existing strategic partnerships and seek to establish new partnerships related to education leadership locally, regionally, and globally
• Helping develop the infrastructure needed to monitor goals, objectives and business plans
• Develop and document tasks, timelines and milestones, facilitating group meetings and documenting group findings

Basic Qualifications

• Influence stakeholders face-to-face, and indirectly, whether through verbal or written communication plan, organize, and execute activities
• Plan and organize VDC strategy on a per project basis
• Anticipate potential problems and to redesign processes and systems to minimize their reoccurrence – risk mitigation
• Research, analyse, evaluate and apply information to support BIM/VDC operations and corporate direction
• Identify, develop, monitor and improve client services; foster leadership and innovation
• Build credibility and rapport with stakeholders both within the organisation and outside, in such a way as to develop trust and cooperation. including the ability to design and execute deliverable so that expectations are effectively managed
• Lead, drive, and influence change

Experience In

• Working with others in a team environment to achieve successful outcomes
• Managing and guiding multiple offices and regions to attain Company’s objectives
• Identifying and hiring resources with high level acumen and personal skill sets
• Strategic planning and execution with milestone goal setting
• Creating and supporting internal services related to VDC platform
• Creating and reviewing BIM contract language
• Experience in managing multiple priorities and making choices about time
• Budget management and allocation of funds
• Advanced BIM practice and standards
• Project management principles
• Basic level business management skill
• Information management and data processing
• Innovative initiative(s) (laser scan, RTLS, UAS, robotics, gamification, 3D printing. etc.)

Education & Technical Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience in the AEC industry
• Have 7-10+ years’ experience working a BIM or VDC-related role
• 7-10+ years in the field of design, engineering, or construction
• 7-10+ years of managing multiple offices/regions/projects
• Advanced level software knowledge in Autodesk packages (i.e.: Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, etc.) and other platforms
• Understanding of Lean Construction principles

Core Company Competencies

• Take Care of People
• Lead People by Influence
• Deliver Results and Accountability
• Focus on customers
• Improve our business through lessons learned
• Develop best practices
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement
• Collaborate
• Communicate
• Develop yourself
• Lead teams

Anticipated Starting Pay Range

$160,000.00- $1,750,000.00

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.