VDC Engineer

Penta Building Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PENTA Building Group in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Engineer to join our team. You will plan, organize, and manage day-to-day VDC operations and contribute to BIM development across projects.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of VDC/BIM experience, a strong understanding of building systems, and proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam. A flexible, detail‑oriented mindset and leadership potential are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor and/or master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction preferred.
• 1 to 3 years of project experience in VDC/BIM within A/E/C context.
• Strong understanding of building systems and construction methods.
• Flexible, detail-oriented, and able to multitask in a fast‑paced team environment.
• Proficient with BIM software (Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Bluebeam; Tekla/SketchUp/Synchro/Lumion a plus).
• Field technology experience (laser scanning, drone ops) a plus.
• Knowledge of Viewpoint Vista or Autodesk Construction Cloud is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage 3D BIM models for business development, preconstruction, and operations.
• Explain VDC benefits to clients, partners, and staff.
• Help develop company-wide VDC/BIM standards and procedures.
• Contribute to training programs and share best practices.
• Support VDC software/hardware advancements and cross‑department implementation.
• Provide tech support and problem resolution across the company.
• Support VDC for preconstruction and construction projects as needed.
• Perform project engineer and VDC tasks as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Communication

Education

Bachelor and/or master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction disciplines

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Tekla

SketchUp

Synchro

Lumion

drone operations

laser scanning

Job description

Virtual Design and ConstructionPhoenix,AZ

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.

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