VDC Project Lead: BIM & Coordination Expert

Southland Industries; Dulles Town Center (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Disability insurance

FSA

Parental leave

Paid time off

Professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a VDC Project Lead to drive BIM-enabled project execution, aligning with client requirements and company standards across disciplines. This role combines technical coordination with program leadership to ensure timely, compliant deliverables.

Responsibilities include leading medium-to-large VDC projects, developing workflows, and training staff while coordinating with IT and project teams to meet project goals and maintain quality standards.

Qualifications

• A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively across disciplines.
• Proven ability to lead medium-to-large-scale VDC projects and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Applied knowledge of BIM, VDC, and Fabrication ERP Tools (e.g., Autodesk Products, Dynamo, Newforma Konekt, Revizto, Naviate, and Stratus)
• Solid understanding of construction practices and fabrication processes, with emphasis on mechanical systems and field coordination.
• Ability to develop and manage advanced workflows and implementation plans that enhance project efficiency.
• Demonstrated ability to adopt and integrate emerging technologies and align solutions with industry standards.
• Good skills in BIM Content creation (RFAs).
• High school diploma or GED; Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or another technical field preferred.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead VDC Projects, resolving issues and ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards.
• Interface with project teams for scheduling and deliverables.
• Review client BIM requirements and provide feedback and guidance to project teams accordingly.
• Collaborate on external BIM execution plans to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Manage file sharing and coordination process across disciplines, ensuring secure access and archiving of milestone submittals.
• Create project specific Revit content by following standard practices for family creation.
• Apply Southland standard VDC, Detailing, and Engineering workflows to drive project success and efficiency.
• Assist in developing new workflows to support direct project needs.
• Facilitate training in VDC programs, workflows, and best practices for staff. Coordinate BIM/VDC development standards and data requirements to meet company and project goals.
• Support the setup and troubleshooting for production planning and tracking technology (e.g., Stratus)
• Provide QA/QC review of VDC team outputs to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Research, test, and drive adoption of approved emerging technologies; document lessons learned for continuous improvement.
• Interface with IT staff to ensure proper hardware/software setup for project use.
• Provide end‑user support for VDC software such as Autodesk Construction Cloud, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Participate in the design and production of visual materials, including videos, animations, and 2D/3D graphics for presentations and marketing.
• Assist in developing virtual design presentations and marketing materials.
• Provide feedback on Requests for Proposals related to the use of VDC technology.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

BIM Knowledge

Workflow Development

Technology Adoption

RFA Content

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Construction Management Degree

Engineering Degree

Technical Field Preferred

Tools

BIM/VDC

Fabrication ERP Tools

Autodesk Suite

Dynamo

Revizto

Newforma Konekt

Naviate

Stratus

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a VDC Project Lead to drive BIM-enabled project execution, aligning with client requirements and company standards across disciplines. This role combines technical coordination with program leadership to ensure timely, compliant deliverables.

Responsibilities include leading medium-to-large VDC projects, developing workflows, and training staff while coordinating with IT and project teams to meet project goals and maintain quality standards.