Senior Virtual Construction Engineer

Jobtailor; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Rockville, MD is seeking a Senior Virtual Construction Engineer to lead BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects, plan coordination, and mentor junior staff.

You will manage federated models, QA/QC, site logistics, clash detection, and deliverables using Navisworks, Revit, and AutoCAD, collaborating with field teams to meet project goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of experience in a related field.
• Minimum of three years VDC experience.
• Advanced proficiency with BIM software (Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD).
• Experience managing federated models and clash detection.
• Strong communication and leadership to mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects.
• Lead model-based coordination and deliverables development.
• Manage virtual construction project setup, file organization, and federated models.
• Produce and supervise BIM deliverables such as drawings and site studies.
• Establish QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy and coordination.
• Collaborate with Field Engineering and Reality Capture teams.

Skills

BIM Coordination

VDC Experience

Clash Detection

Model Administration

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or related field

Tools

Autodesk Navisworks

Revit

AutoCAD

Point Cloud Processing

Job description

• The Senior Virtual Construction Engineer is a technical leader responsible for planning, overseeing advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects
• Provide strategic direction for model based coordination and deliverable development while mentoring junior staff
• Lead multiple complex BIM coordination efforts while reporting to higher staff
• Manage Virtual Construction project setup and model administration, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and development of complex federated models
• Produce and oversee advanced BIM/VDC deliverables, including trade composite drawings, overlay studies, point cloud processing, site logistics plans, and related documentation using company-standard tools
• Establish and enforce project-specific QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy and coordination completeness
• Collaborate with Field Engineering and Reality Capture teams to establish project requirements
• Evaluate coordination challenges and develop creative solutions

Requirements

• 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
• Advanced proficiency across BIM industry software such as Autodesk Navisworks, Revit and AutoCAD
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage federated models, clash detection, and coordination issue resolution
• Deep understanding of point cloud processing, analysis and incorporation into VDC efforts
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently
• Strong communication skills 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 and validate shop drawings and submittals

Core Competencies

Demonstrates advanced proficiency in BIM/VDC workflows and model-based coordination, with a strong ability to manage federated models and lead complex construction projects. Capable of establishing QA/QC procedures and collaborating effectively with project teams to ensure model accuracy and coordination completeness.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• BIM Coordination
• VDC Experience
• Autodesk Navisworks
• Revit
• Point Cloud Processing

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• BIM Industry Software
• Clash Detection
• Model Administration
• Trade Composite Drawings
• Overlay Studies
• Site Logistics Plans
• Construction Document Interpretation
• Shop Drawing Validation
• Technical Issue Troubleshooting
• Coordination Issue Resolution

Soft Skills

• Strong Communication Skills
• Ability to Manage Multiple Priorities

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or Related Field

Industry Keywords

• Virtual Construction
• Model-Based Coordination
• QA/QC Procedures
• Building Systems
• Trade Coordination Workflows