VDC Engineer

The PENTA Building Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The PENTA Building Group is seeking a VDC Engineer to join our team in Phoenix, AZ. This role focuses on planning and managing day-to-day VDC operations and supporting project teams with BIM workflows.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction, with 1–3 years of VDC/BIM experience, and a solid understanding of building systems. Proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and related tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction disciplines preferred.
• 1–3 years of project experience with VDC/BIM in A/E/C context.
• Solid understanding of building systems and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Create, obtain, evaluate, and distribute 3D BIM models for business development, preconstruction, and operations.
• Communicate the benefits of VDC to clients, industry partners, and staff.
• Contribute to company-wide VDC/BIM standards and procedures.

Skills

BIM software

Drone operations

Laser scanning

Site control/layout

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor/Master in A/E/C disciplines

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Tekla

SketchUp

Synchro

Lumion

Job description

The PENTA Building Group is seeking a Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Engineerto join our team in Phoenix, AZ!

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.