VDC Engineer (Austin, Texas) - Austin Commercial

Austin Commercial; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP (100% Employee-Owned)

Medical, dental, life and disability

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Austin Commercial is seeking a VDC Engineer for the Austin, Texas Division to lead BIM/VDC model administration and champion coordination across project teams. This role blends office-based BIM development with on-site field implementation to drive efficiency and accuracy.

The candidate will create and manage 4D schedules, coordinate with project staff, and deliver model-based quantities while ensuring compliance with project goals and safety standards.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of project engineering or field experience
• Thorough knowledge of BIM/VDC processes and software
• Strong problem solving and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Functions as BIM/VDC Model Administrator on assigned projects
• Implements BIM/VDC processes on projects
• Spends time at the jobsite implementing BIM/VDC field processes
• Supports BIM/VDC staff training and coordination
• Creates models and 4D schedules; maintains model quality and distribution
• Leads BIM/VDC coordination and resolves conflicts
• Produces model-based quantity takeoffs and coordination meeting minutes

Skills

BIM/VDC processes

Model Administrator

Communication skills

Public speaking

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Job Category: Virtual Design Construction / BIM

Requisition Number: VDCEN034054

• Posted : September 18, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Austin, TX
Austin, TX, USA

Description

Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry’s leading construction firms? Put your expertise and project engineering skills to work at Austin Commercial.Austin Commercialis currently seeking aVDC Engineer for our Austin, Texas Division.We set the standard for commercial construction and we’re looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a vested interest in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers’ expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It!

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and/or fax machines.

Responsibilities:

Functions as the BIM/VDC “Model Administrator” on assigned projects

Implements Austin Commercial BIM/VDC processes on assigned projects

Spends time at the jobsite implementing BIM/VDC field construction processes on assigned projects

• Supports BIM/VDC project staff training on assigned projects
• Markets BIM/VDC services internally and externally
• Presents BIM/VDC projects and services at industry related conferences and forums
• Stays current on what is being marketed/executed by our competition locally

Creates models, including site logistics, structure, interior/exterior architecture, and MEP/FP systems as needed

Validates model quality and accuracy

Performs model revisions and manages model distribution

Creates custom model components and families as needed

Creates, revises, and maintains 4D schedules

Develops and maintains BIM/VDC coordination schedules on assigned projects

Manages and distributes BIM/VDC coordination files on assigned projects

Leads and/or Manages the BIM/VDC coordination effort, identifying areas of conflict and leads conflict resolution

Tracks and reports on BIM/VDC coordination progress and efficiency

Creates and distributes coordination meeting minutes

Assists in BIM/VDC shop and field use drawing production and review

• Creates dimensioned drawings from the model for field use as needed

Supports BIM/VDC layout on projects and assists in field as-built verification

Validates model accuracy for model based quantity takeoff

Creates model based quantity surveys for estimate verification

Models components as needed for accurate quantity takeoff

Ability to support an FM implementation strategy based on Owner’s needs and future goals

Supports the training of Owner’s FM staff on implementation of FM software and workflows as required

Requirements:

BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or completion of Construction Management Certificate Program or equivalent

A Minimum 3 years of project engineering experience - Field Engineer, Project Engineer, or equivalent if applicable

Thorough knowledge of construction related BIM/VDC processes and software

• General understanding of project delivery methods and their impact on BIM/VDC services (CMR, DBB, IPD, etc.)

Strong problem solving, communication and public speaking skills

Thorough understanding of construction terminology and processes; construction materials and systems; and drawings and specifications

Thorough understanding of planning and scheduling concepts with a thorough understanding of construction work sequencing

Thorough understanding of quality control principles

Benefits & Compensation

We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)!To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned .

Austin Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Become an owner of one of North America's most respected and fastest-growing commercial construction firms! Austin Commercial’s employee-owners put our expertise to work in regional and national operations, building iconic projects that set the bar in our industry. Whether world-class airports and aviation facilities, technologically advanced healthcare facilities, cutting-edge educational and research facilities, professional sports stadiums, high-rises, hospitality, and other leading commercial markets, Austin’s industry expertise and ingenuity are second to none. Become an employee-owner today, grow your career, and put your skills to work at Austin Commercial.

This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy.The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).

Any unsolicited resumes or candidate information submitted to this Company or any of its employee-owners becomes the property of the Company.

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