VDC Project Manager

RK Mechanical, Inc.; Denver, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RK Industries is seeking a VDC Project Manager to lead BIM-driven coordination on complex construction projects in Denver. You will collaborate with preconstruction, engineering, and field teams to gather information and drive project startup efficiency.

You will mentor staff on best practices, coordinate multi-trade 3D models, manage clash resolution, and oversee RFI generation to keep the schedule on track. Strong BIM, leadership, and problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading VDC/BIM coordination on complex construction projects.
• Proficient with NAVISWORKS and 3D coordination across trades.
• Strong problem-solving and leadership in fast-paced environments.
• College/University degree with 7+ years experience in a technical role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Preconstruction Team, Project Managers, Engineers, and field staff to start projects efficiently.
• Mentor staff on best practices for means, methods, and process enhancements.
• Lead coordination meetings and ensure schedule adherence across trades.
• Manage 3D coordination, clash resolution, and RFI generation.

Skills

Indirect supervision

Advanced techniques

Decision making

Liaison across groups

Independent problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher (7+ yrs exp)

Tools

NAVISWORKS

Job description

RK is looking for a VDC Project Manager to lead coordination efforts on complex construction projects. If you have experience with BIM, love problem-solving, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your opportunity to lead innovation in the field.

RK Overview

RK Industries (RK) is a second-generation family-owned business built on hard work and strong values. Led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning, we take pride in delivering a wide range of hands-on services including construction, manufacturing, custom fabrication, and building services. With seven specialized business units working in close coordination, we ensure every job is done right from start to finish. Our proven methods, focus on safety, and commitment to quality help bring our customers’ biggest ideas to life.

Position Summary

Work closely with Preconstruction Team, Project Managers, Project Engineers, Field and Manufacturing team to obtain required information needed to start the project efficiently. Mentor and train members of the staff on trade-specific means and methods. Mentor and train members of the staff on these best practices to ensure consistent application. This individual is to be a leader in the enhancement of process and materials selection.

Role Responsibilities

• Firm understanding of drafting and design techniques and are able to convey all information in a clear, concise manner.
• Familiarization with project plans, specs, submittals, etc.
• Monitor and lead the coordination process for one or multiple jobs.
• Layout trade systems in 3D while leading depending on project size and schedule.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Project Engineers, and field team to obtain required information needed to start the project efficiently.
• Generate and track RFI’s for designers and issue to Project Management team designated at project turnover.
• Quality control reviews and corrections of VDC/BIM Drawings; compliance with contract documents; look for common sense routing of systems to save fittings; assure each trade resource places their own hangers on systems as they draw to confirm each system can be hung without conflict and to confirm spacing of systems is adequate for the hangers.
• Lead Coordination Meetings utilizing NAVISWORKS and coordinate with VDC staff and other Sub-Contractors participating in the 3D coordination.
• Set up Collision sets in Mast NAVISWORKS file and lead designers through Collision Resolution Daily.
• Ensure Coordinators meet the schedule and monitor other trades for compliancy to coordination schedule and notify the Project Manager of any delays.
• Communicate in advance to VDC management any need for additional staff or overtime required to maintain the project schedule.
• Manage all aspects of the CPMI plan and notify the Project Manager and Superintendent of any variations from this plan.
• Quality control review of fabrication drawings prior to delivering to shop.
• Document lineal feet totals of each trade’s progress weekly utilizing a spreadsheet format and turn in to the executive staff on Monday mornings.
• Document systems that need to be redrawn due to changes in project scope and/or systems needing rerouted due to space constraints.

Qualifications

• Indirect supervision.
• Requires the use of advanced techniques and knowledge within his/her function.
• Applies diversified knowledge of applicable principles and practices to a broad variety of assignments.
• Makes decisions independently regarding complexities and methods.
• Supervision and guidance related largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts and policy matters.
• Liaison to groups within and outside of his/her organization with responsibility to act independently regarding matters pertaining to his/her function.
• College/University graduate with 7 years relevant experience or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical roles.

What Sets RK Industries Apart

• Safety: Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value, guiding everything we do each day: Health, Safety, & Environmental
• Awards: Whether in Construction, Manufacturing, Fabrication, or Service, RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry: Accreditations & Recognition
• Benefits: RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being: Benefits & Rewards
• Philanthropy: RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects, but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation: RK Foundation
• Development: Through RK University, we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company, to include leadership and technical learning opportunities, we well as our accredited apprentice program: RK University & RK Apprenticeship Program

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.