VDC Engineer II

Gilbane Building Company; New Florence (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gilbane Building Company in Missouri is seeking a VDC Engineer II to perform constructability and coordination tasks using BIM and related technologies on active projects. The role sits on site and in the office as project needs dictate.

You will work under experienced VDC engineers, develop and review coordination models, run clash detection, and support submittals and RFIs while contributing to a safe, collaborative project environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, BIM or related field is required.
• 1-3 years of VDC Coordination experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Baseline and Enterprise VDC standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Completes quality checks and execution of day-to-day VDC project deliverables and processes.
• Communicates with internal and external project teams; facilitates meetings to resolve project issues, review schedules, or other project documentation.
• Assigns responsible parties for issue resolution; documents with meeting minutes, submittals, RFIs, and updated models.
• Utilizes 3D design software to identify, communicate, and resolve project challenges.
• Utilizes Reality Capture tech to support project deliverables.
• Combines all building discipline models into coordination model.
• Reviews coordination model for constructability issues using clash detection.
• Participates in BU office and department activities including orientation and training.
• Supports 1-3 VDC deliverables under supervision.

Skills

Problem solving

Time management

Leadership

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/BIM

1-3 years VDC coordination experience

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Navisworks

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Illustrator

In-design

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a VDC Engineer II to perform constructability and coordination tasks on a project by using technology and processes. This role will sit in the office and on job sites as determined by project needs.

Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you are excited about this role but your past experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are inclusive, empathetic, and respectful in order to uphold Gilbane''s core value of Caring and a People First workplace culture. You listen to understand, communicate clearly, and solve problems with an adaptable, collaborative approach. You are a self-starter who takes ownership and delivers on business outcomes while driving results and seeking value-add solutions.

Your core values match Gilbane''s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What''s in it for you?

Gilbane offers multi-dimensional training opportunities through resources for those early in their career. While managing responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. VDC Engineer IIs work under the direction of experienced VDC Engineers on each job site, providing opportunities to learn new industry skills daily. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client, and demonstrate the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Responsibilities

• Completes the quality checks and execution of day-to-day VDC project deliverables and processes
• Communicates with internal and external project teams; facilitates meetings to resolve project issues, review schedules, or other project documentation
• Assigns responsible party(s) for issue resolution; verifies and documents with meeting minutes, submittals, RFIs, and updated models
• Utilizes 3D design software to identify, communicate, and resolve project challenges
• Utilizes Reality Capture technology, such as laser scanning and drones, to support project deliverables
• Combines all building discipline models into coordination model
• Reviews the coordination model for constructability issues utilizing the software\'s clash detection capabilities
• Participates in Business Unit (BU) office and department activities including the orientation program, training sessions, and peer group meetings
• Supports 1-3 VDC deliverables under supervision

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor''s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Information Modeling (BIM) or related field
• 1-3 years of VDC Coordination experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong time-management and analytical skills
• Strong knowledge and proficiency with BIM design software (Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, In-design)
• Basic understanding of construction documentation
• Knowledge of construction systems
• Receptive and inquisitive about design concepts and integrated building components and systems
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Knowledge of Baseline and Enterprise VDC standards

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Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees'' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

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