VDC Engineer

The PENTA Building Group; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The PENTA Building Group is seeking a VDC Engineer to join our Las Vegas team. You will help plan, organize, and manage day-to-day VDC operations, coordinating BIM models and supporting project teams.

Responsibilities include developing VDC standards, training colleagues, and advancing BIM software use across departments. A 1–3 year VDC/BIM background and strong leadership will help you succeed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction preferred.
• 1–3 years of VDC/BIM project experience in an architectural, engineering, contractor, or subscontractor setting.
• Thorough understanding of building systems and construction methods.
• Proficiency with BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD); knowledge of Tekla/SketchUp/Synchro/Lumion is a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, obtain, evaluate, coordinate, and distribute 3D BIM models for BD, preconstruction, and operations.
• Communicate VDC benefits to clients, partners, and staff.
• Contribute to company-wide VDC standards and procedures.
• Help develop VDC training programs and share best practices.
• Assist with VDC software/hardware development and implementation.
• Provide company-wide technical support for VDC tools.
• Support VDC operations for preconstruction and construction projects.
• Perform project engineer and VDC-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction disciplines

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Tekla

SketchUp

Synchro

Lumion

Job description

The PENTA Building Group is seeking Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Engineers to join our team in Las Vegas, NV!

A PENTA VDC Engineer will assist with the planning, organization, and management of the day-to-day VDC operations, as well as any other responsibilities that the project team or VDC team may need.

At PENTA, a VDC Engineer is responsible for:

• Creating, obtaining, evaluating, coordinating, and distributing 3-dimensional BIM models for use by business development, preconstruction, and operations.
• Communicating the benefits of and how to implement VDC to clients, industry partners and PENTA employees.
• Contributing with development of company-wide standards to facilitate VDC / BIM implementation.
• Participating in development of training program to share procedures, standards, lessons learned, and "best practices."
• Assisting with development of VDC related software and hardware advancements and the implementation for all departments.
• Supporting with providing company-wide technological problem resolution and support.
• Supporting VDC operations for preconstruction projects as required.
• Assisting VDC operations for construction projects where needed.
• Performing all essential Project Engineer and VDC related responsibilities that are assigned but may not be listed here.

We trust that you have:

• Bachelor and/or master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction disciplines are preferred.
• VDC Engineer a minimum of 1 to 3 years of project experience working for an architect, engineer, contractor, or prime subcontractor.
• A thorough understanding of all building systems and construction methods.
• Ability to be flexible, detail-oriented while performing in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Ability to multi-task, produce quality deliverables, and meet project-based deadlines.
• Competency with BIM software (Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, etc.). Experience in the use of BIM software (Tekla, SketchUp, Synchro, Lumion) is a plus.
• Competency with field technology and software (laser scanning, drone operations, site control/layout).
• Basic knowledge of project management software: Viewpoint Vista and/or Autodesk Construction Cloud is a plus.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to embrace new technology and tools in the industry.
• Part 107 License Drone Pilot is a plus.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to embrace new technology and tools in the industry.
• Demonstrate effective leadership skills and positive attitude that promote innovation that provide the company value.