VDC Lead for Self-Perform Construction & Digital Delivery

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced VDC Manager - Self-Perform Work to join our headquarters-based Integrated Services Operating Group and lead VDC processes and resources across all phases of self-perform work projects. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will be interacting with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment.

Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field
• Minimum eight years of progressively challenging construction management experience or equivalent combining education and experience
• Current driver's license
• Experience managing and leading a dynamic team
• Licensure in professional field is preferred
• High level of competency with advanced software. (2D, 3D and 4D)
• Proficiency with Autodesk Building Design Systems (Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Civil3D, 3Ds Max, Navisworks)
• Revizto, Synchro, Enscape, ArcGIS, Drone Deploy
• Rendering and Animation experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary VDC partner for Self-Perform Work teams by delivering high-value digital construction services that support field execution, project outcomes, and operating group business objectives.
• Plan, implement, and manage VDC processes and technologies that improve project predictability, field productivity, quality, safety, and schedule performance across self-performed scopes of work.
• Develop, coordinate, and maintain construction and fabrication-level models supporting self-performed work, including lift drawings, layout deliverables, coordination drawings, quantity validation, visualization assets, and field execution packages.
• Collaborate with project leadership, field teams, preconstruction partners, and operating groups to identify opportunities where VDC processes can improve planning, execution, and project performance.
• Establish, communicate, and manage project-specific VDC scopes, deliverables, priorities, schedules, and resource commitments across multiple active projects.
• Lead model-based coordination, constructability reviews, and issue resolution efforts to support successful field execution and integrated project delivery Establish and execute on the scope of work for projects when applicable
• Manage and communicate model-generated information, reality capture data, production tracking metrics, and project visualizations to support informed project decision-making.
• Support field teams through planning, scheduling, digital asset management, sign-off processes, and field handoff workflows to ensure reliable and actionable project information.
• Track and report key performance indicators associated with VDC services, including coordination effectiveness, field adoption, model utilization, productivity improvements, and schedule reliability.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with operating group leaders, project teams, and self-perform leadership to understand business needs, provide proactive support, and align VDC services with future opportunities.
• Assist in managing a pipeline of Self-Perform Work opportunities by identifying upcoming project needs, forecasting VDC service demand, and coordinating resource planning activities.
• Mentor and develop VDC professionals through technical coaching, project guidance, knowledge sharing, and skills development opportunities.
• Train and influence project teams and field personnel on effective VDC workflows, digital construction practices, and data-driven decision-making methods.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Self-Perform Work playbooks, standards, workflows, and best practices by capturing lessons learned and promoting knowledge sharing across the organization.
• Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and innovative workflows that improve collaboration, planning, coordination, field execution, and operational efficiency.
• Support internal training initiatives, communities of practice, industry engagement, and enterprise VDC advancement efforts.
• Provide support to projects, programs, and operating groups beyond assigned geographic regions as business needs dictate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

VDC leadership

Team leadership

Communication skills

Software proficiency 2D/3D/4D

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks

Synchro

Enscape

ArcGIS

Drone Deploy

Rendering/Animation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Autodesk Building Design Systems (Revit, Civil3D)

Revizto

Synchro

Enscape

ArcGIS

Drone Deploy

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced VDC Manager - Self-Perform Work to join our headquarters-based Integrated Services Operating Group and lead VDC processes and resources across all phases of self-perform work projects. Strong communication skills are necessary as you will be interacting with staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment.

Your ability to remain flexible, inventive, dedicated, and efficient with a high level of integrity and confidentiality is vital to your success in this