VDC Manager

Suffolk Construction; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk Construction is seeking a senior leader for Digital Engineering who will drive VDC, DE, and Plan + Control across aviation projects in Florida. The role requires deep VDC expertise, strong leadership, and experience coordinating with design and construction teams to deliver complex programs.

The ideal candidate brings 6+ years in VDC, aviation project experience, and a proven ability to mentor teams while advancing digital workflows and model coordination across projects.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in an accredited industry related curriculum.
• 6+ years of VDC design/construct experience with progression of technical knowledge.
• Aviation construction experience is required.
• Proven leadership of VDC on large, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Digital Engineering, VDC, and Plan + Control for Suffolk's Aviation business in Florida.
• Develop BIM Execution Plans and DE strategies.
• Create scopes of work, schedules, and budgets for Digital Engineering services.
• Develop 3D, 4D, 5D, 6D, and 7D models to support projects and pursuits.
• Manage DE/VDC/P+C across multiple projects and coordinate with vendors.
• Report project data and KPIs; drive continual improvement.
• Train and support project teams on software and tools.
• Build and maintain relationships with project teams and clients.

Skills

VDC experience

Team leadership

3D modeling

Communication

Mentoring

BIM coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Revit

Model coordination software

Job description

The Role

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 third 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.

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

Base Salary for this position is just one component of Suffolk's total compensation package. 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 compensation strategy.