VDC Engineer (North Texas) - Austin Commercial

Austinindl; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Matching 401K plan

Job summary

Austinindl is seeking a VDC Engineer for their North Texas Division. As a VDC Engineer, you will be responsible for overseeing BIM/VDC processes across projects, ensuring model quality, and validating construction accuracy. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of project engineering experience and a BS/BA degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.

Along with competitive compensation, you will enjoy excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company, ensuring that all employees are vested in our success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of project engineering experience.
• Thorough knowledge of construction related BIM/VDC processes and software.
• General understanding of project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Acts as BIM/VDC 'Model Administrator' on assigned projects.
• Implements BIM/VDC processes on projects.
• Supports training of BIM/VDC project staff.

Skills

BIM/VDC knowledge

Problem solving

Communication

Public speaking

Education

BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture

Job description

Job Category: Virtual Design Construction / BIM

Requisition Number: VDCEN031739

• Full-Time

Locations

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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 Commercial is currently seeking a VDC Engineer for our North 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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