VDC Manager

Suffolk Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401k with match

Healthcare

Job summary

Suffolk Construction seeks a Senior Digital Engineering leader to drive VDC, DE and Plan + Control across aviation projects in Florida and beyond. You will develop BIM strategies, manage multi-project scopes, and mentor teams to deliver advanced digital solutions.

Ideal candidate has 6+ years in VDC with aviation experience, strong Revit skills, and proven leadership across large, complex builds. Responsibilities include data reporting and coordinating with project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of VDC design/construction with demonstrated progression.
• Aviation construction experience required.
• Proven leadership across multiple large projects.
• Strong 3D modeling and coordination using Revit.

Responsibilities

• Manage delivery of Digital Engineering, VDC and Plan + Control for Suffolk's Aviation projects.
• Develop BIM Execution Plans and Digital Engineering strategies.
• Create scopes, schedules and budgets for Digital Engineering services.
• Develop 3D/4D/5D/6D/7D models to support phases.
• Lead DE/VDC/P+C on multiple projects; balance stakeholder interests.

Skills

VDC leadership

Project delivery

Aviation project experience

Mentoring

Strong communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Revit

BIM software

3D/4D/5D modeling

Plan & Control tools

Job description

Overview

The Digital Engineering Group promotes a holistic approach to design and construction model-based services and technologies. The group defines the company strategy around the use of BIMs, data integration across models and departments, and cultural change across project teams to realize significant risk reduction on construction cost and schedule.

Leveraging the design, engineering, and construction knowledge of Suffolk and Suffolk Design, the Digital Engineering Team is charged with executing Virtual Design & Construction, Plan + Control, and creating innovative solutions in tech and process to ensure Suffolk is the best contractor in every region it operates.

Responsibilities

• Manage the successful delivery of Digital Engineering, Virtual Design & Construction, and Plan + Control for Suffolk's Aviation business in Florida. Must have previous experience with aviation projects.
• Develop BIM Execution Plans and Digital Engineering strategies that achieve/exceed Suffolk and our clients' goals.
• Develop scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for Digital Engineering services for projects and pursuits.
• Develop 3D, 4D, 5D, 6D, & 7D models to support pursuits, preconstruction, construction, and handover phases.
• Manage DE/VDC/P+C on multiple large and complex projects simultaneously. Drive the coordination process hard, while understanding competing interests, creating a balanced outcome for all stakeholders.
• Ensure successful project team experiences with all approved 3rd-party vendors.
• Collect, track, and report project data and KPIs; implements processes for continual improvement.
• Create reports and presentations on analytical findings for delivery to senior management.
• Provide training and support of software and tools to project teams.
• Proactively develop and maintain relationships with new and existing project teams.
• Manage a growing team focused on customer (project teams) and client success and satisfaction. Responsible for excellence in delivery every time.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in an accredited industry related curriculum.
• Minimum 6+ years of VDC related design and/or construction experience with demonstrated progression of technical knowledge and responsibilities.
• Previous experience in aviation construction is a must.
• Proven success leading VDC on multiple large and complex projects simultaneously. Experience with complex projects and different building types required.
• Substantial understanding of general construction techniques and systems. Ability to identify coordination issues, propose solutions, and drive teams towards solutions.
• Advanced capability in 3D parametric modeling software and model coordination software. Ability to produce quantity takeoff extraction, clash detection, creation of custom Revit families, 4D simulations integrating construction schedule, and rendering high quality images of models.
• Proven capability with mentoring and training; experience managing direct reports preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication; skilled in teaching, training, and presentations.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking.

Benefits

Benefits include, competitive salaries, auto allowances and gas cards for certain roles, access to market leading medical and emotional and mental health benefits, dental, and vision insurance plans, virtual care options for physical therapy and primary care, generous paid time off, 401k plan with employer match and access to expert financial resources, company paid and voluntary life insurance, tax deferred savings accounts, 10 backup daycare days each year, short- and long-term disability, commuter benefits and more.

EEO Statement

Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk.

Compensation Information

Where required by law, pay ranges can be found in Suffolk's job postings. Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk's total rewards package for employees. Actual salaries may be based on several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's skill set, experience, education and other qualifications. Suffolk offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of its overall total rewards strategy. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly to reflect market trends.