VDC Manager - BIM, 4D Scheduling & Clash Resolution

LF Driscoll; Bala Cynwyd (PA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LF Driscoll is seeking a Virtual Construction Manager to lead VDC standards, model coordination, and clash resolution for projects around the Greater Philadelphia area. The role supports estimating, scheduling, marketing and business development with 4D models and visual communications. It emphasizes staff training and VDC tool adoption.

The candidate will evaluate new technologies, improve 4D schedule tracking, and help clients understand options and costs through visual tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Thorough understanding of architectural, structural, MEP model coordination and VDC process management.
• Strong interpersonal and group communication skills.
• Proficiency in Autodesk AEC Suite including Forma, Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks Manage.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assemble federated 3D models from architects, engineers, and MEP trade contractors; lead weekly coordination meetings and clash-detection reviews.
• Conduct early constructability reviews of BIM/VDC deliverables (LOD levels, facility-management integration).
• Develop VDC coordination guidelines and maintain BIM Exhibit and BIM Execution Plan.
• Train and supervise staff in VDC tools and methods; use models to support construction planning and safety.
• Identify prefabrication opportunities and develop trade-specific checklists for Estimating and Operations.
• Optimize and track project schedules using 4D modeling; improve model-based estimating with cost data.
• Help clients understand options and costs via visual aids, VR, and 4D simulations.
• Support Marketing/Business Development with VDC project examples and outcomes.

Skills

VDC coordination

Model coordination

Staff development

Clash-detection

Education

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

Tools

Autodesk Forma

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks Manage

Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM360

PlanGrid

Job description

LF Driscoll is seeking a Virtual Construction Manager to lead VDC standards, model coordination, and clash resolution for projects around the Greater Philadelphia area. The role supports estimating, scheduling, marketing and business development with 4D models and visual communications. It emphasizes staff training and VDC tool adoption.

The candidate will evaluate new technologies, improve 4D schedule tracking, and help clients understand options and costs through visual tools.