VDC Manager

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. seeks a VDC Manager to lead and manage the Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes across project lifecycles. This role requires delivering best practices, coordinating with design and field teams, and mentoring peers.

Ideal candidate has a BS in engineering/construction, 7+ years in the industry, and proficiency with Revizto, Revit, Civil 3D, and SketchUp. Travel to regional projects is expected.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or equivalent industry experience.
• Minimum 7 years of relevant industry experience; minimum 3 years dedicated to VDC desired.
• Ability to lead and mentor teams; strong organizational and deadline discipline.
• Knowledge of building construction sequencing and project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of virtual building among stakeholders.
• Manage VDC planning and execution across projects, units or offices.
• Communicate value proposition and standard of care for VDC capabilities.
• Develop VDC team succession and integration with key departments.
• Lead VDC processes, training, technologies and regional initiatives.
• Maintain VDC lessons learned, metrics, and leadership voice.

Skills

VDC leadership

BIM coordination

Revizto

Revit

Civil 3D

SketchUp

laser scanning

drone operations

verbal/written communication

travel readiness

Education

BS in Engineering/Construction Management/Architecture

Tools

Revizto

Revit

Civil 3D

SketchUp

Job description

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our core values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

• We Live Our Core Values: We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.
• We are Employee Owned: We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.
• We Feel Like a Family: We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.
• We are Builders: We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

Position Summary

The VDC Manager is responsible for the overall management, implementation, and execution of McCarthy’s Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes, tools, and best practices throughout the project lifecycle. This role is capable of managing VDC processes and resources across specific projects, regional business units or offices. The VDC Manager reports to the Senior VDC Manager or next highest position and supports the development of their peers and related partners with mentorship guidance.

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of virtual building among all internal and external stakeholders
• Project/Office-level/Business Unit management of VDC planning and execution, including consensus building and integration with all partners/peers through the project lifecycle
• Effectively communicate value proposition and standard of care for all VDC capabilities
• Develop VDC Team succession and transition plans within company career pathways
• Develop integrated relationships with peers and leadership in key departments such as Business Development, Operations, Preconstruction, Design Integration, and Scheduling
• Develop and lead implementation of VDC processes, best practices, technologies and their related training(s) for project teams, peer groups and regional initiatives
• Maintain, evaluate, and communicate VDC lessons learned, best practices and metrics for all stages of the project lifecycle
• Maintain an active voice of leadership and be known as a VDC subject matter expert
• Represent VDC throughout the project lifecycle including client interactions
• Actively support regional VDC initiatives and national focus area projects
• Ability to leverage VDC tools for Design Phase related activities (i.e. 2D & 3D quantity takeoff, design coordination/constructability)
• Ability to produce model content, collect & process laser scan data, and conduct drone flights
• Development and ownership of BIM execution planning, BIM exhibits and front ends language
• Development and ownership of resource plans, integration schedules, defined scopes of work, and VDC cost estimates at the office and project level
• Integrate with project teams and leadership to develop VDC plan scaled to needs of all projects
• Process management of 3D constructability reviews, 3D model-based coordination, laser scanning, drone program, advanced reality capture and all other regional VDC standards of care

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture required, or equivalent industry experience
• Minimum 7 years' relevant industry experience; minimum 3 years' dedicated to VDC desired
• Proactive and consistent leadership mindset; cultural steward within team
• Process oriented, timely, and accountable to commitments/deadlines with ability to adapt to planned/unplanned change and ensure follow through
• Strong overall knowledge of building construction sequencing and building systems
• Strong overall knowledge of project delivery methods (Design-Bid-Build, Design Build, CMAR)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, self-motivated individual, effective listener, with ability to actively voice and garner influence among others in small to large audience settings
• Proficient in BIM coordination software such as Revizto
• Proficient in model authoring BIM software such as Revit, Civil 3D, and Sketchup
• Experience with laser scanning and processing; UAS photogrammetry collection and output
• Some regional travel required

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.