VDC Engineer | BIM & 3D Coordination Specialist

Wharton-Smith, Inc.; Sanford (FL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Sanford, FL is seeking a VDC Engineer to plan, visualize, and model construction projects. You will create detailed BIM-based drawings for field teams and coordinate with subs and other disciplines across the project lifecycle.

The role requires 0–2 years of related experience or internship exposure, strong communication, and the ability to work both in the office and on active job sites. Proficiency with Autodesk AEC Suite and related tools is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field or four years’ experience in VDC/Engineering/Design.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience; internship ok.
• Experience with Autodesk AEC Suite: AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Plant3D, Civil3D, Recap.
• Familiarity with Forma, DroneDeploy, and Procore.
• Basic understanding of design/construction documents and building systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; high attention to detail.
• Ability to coordinate with senior team and manage resources.
• Able to work in office and on active project sites.
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan, visualize, and model construction projects using BIM.
• Produce detailed construction and design plans for field teams.
• Lead select tasks and coordinate with subs and teams on projects.
• Set up and manage project models through the lifecycle.
• Conduct 3D trade coordination meetings and support draft management.
• Support LiDAR, SLAM, and drone-based reality capture services.
• QA/QC and BIM administration across platforms.
• Generate drawings and details using BIM per standards.
• Develop or augment project BIM standards where needed.
• Troubleshoot software and processes to meet deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Team coordination

Task leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field

Two years college credits + four years work exp in VDC/Engineering/Design

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Plant3D

Civil3D

Recap

Forma

DroneDeploy

Procore

Job description

Wharton-Smith, Inc. in Sanford, FL is seeking a VDC Engineer to plan, visualize, and model construction projects. You will create detailed BIM-based drawings for field teams and coordinate with subs and other disciplines across the project lifecycle.

The role requires 0–2 years of related experience or internship exposure, strong communication, and the ability to work both in the office and on active job sites. Proficiency with Autodesk AEC Suite and related tools is essential.