VDC Project Manager

Turner Construction Company; Georgia; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a highly skilled VDC/BIM leader to oversee BIM workflows and coordinate with project teams on large-scale construction programs. You will mentor the VDC group, drive standard compliance, and optimize modeling to support project schedules and budgets.

The role requires a strong background in BIM tools (Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD) and the ability to communicate with diverse stakeholders on complex projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in VDC or related field, with 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to read and interpret contract documents, drawings, specs and schedules.
• Thorough knowledge of VDC tools and application in construction, cost, scheduling and coordination.
• Strong verbal and written communication for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee BIM field operations and engineering processes for multiple projects.
• Lead VDC team and ensure adherence to Turner Digital Build standards.
• Develop BIM implementation plans aligned with contracts and schedules.
• Coordinate with project teams to plan tools and resource allocation.
• Provide quality control of quantity variance reports for estimating and changes.
• Mentor and lead VDC project teams through planning and launch activities.
• Communicate BIM changes and impacts to scheduling teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure EH&S LIFE principles are integrated into VDC activities.

Skills

BIM

VDC Tools

Project Management

Communication

Contract/Documentation

Revit

Navisworks

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in VDC or related field

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Navisworks Manage

AutoCAD

Construction Cloud (ACC)

Job description

Division: Atlanta Main

Project Location(s): Augusta, GA 30901 USA

Minimum Years Experience:

Travel Involved:

Job Type: Regular

Job Classification: Experienced

Education:

Job Family: Construction

Compensation: Salaried Exempt

If you picture yourself doing great things that make a difference in the lives of others, Turner is the place to be. Turner Construction is an industry leading commercial construction general contractor with a 120-year history spanning iconic projects around the globe, including 10 of the world's 100 tallest buildings. Turner is committed to sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where everyone feels connected, sees themselves represented at all levels of the company, and feels supported to reach their ultimate potential. Turner builds some of the most ambitious projects in the world. The technical expertise of our people makes us a recognized leader in many markets. Our projects are well known. Our people set us apart. We inspire greatness. Can you picture yourself at Turner? If so, apply and let's do great things together!

Position Description

Oversee daily management of Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes aligned with construction project schedule for projects of various scopes and complexity. Understand objectives and coordination of project activities and ensure Turner Digital Build standard processes align to project requirements. Lead, communicate, and guide Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) team, provide best practices, tools, and knowledge for strategic implementation of modeling.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Building Information Modeling (BIM) field operation and engineering processes and procedures for one or more projects of various scopes and complexity, and in collaboration with project and Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) leadership.
• Understand VDC objectives to advise others on compliance and alignment with Turner Digital Build standard processes.
• Collaborate with VDC management team to plan BIM tools and processes to be used on specific jobs, based on job constraints and challenges and ensure proper VDC resource allocation.
• Collaborate with VDC and project team to develop and refine BIM implementation plan and in alignment with Turner's contract and subcontract agreements.
• Provide Quality Control of quantity variance reports for estimating and for change management.
• Mentor, coach, and lead VDC project team through project planning processes, leverage construction acumen, and guide project launch activities.
• Leverage in-depth knowledge of trade disciplines to contribute to constructability reviews.
• Develop trusted advisor status with project stakeholders and clients to communicate VDC objectives for successful completion of BIM implementation plan.
• Communicate changes to BIM coordination or impacts to construction schedule to project scheduling team.
• Track and review VDC related change orders with project team.
• Keep project management informed on progress for VDC project, budget, and staffing needs/changes.
• Participate in VDC project review meetings to inform VDC management on progress and impact of BIM-based operations.
• Collaborate with Project Management and Quality Control team to align with project quality requirements.
• Promote integration of Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Building L.I.F.E. principals. Drive enforcement of safety protocols by VDC and project staff, trade partners, and others.
• Advise, interpret, and enforce VDC contract and subcontract agreements, especially related to model use, and confidentiality and integrity of data.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from accredited degree program in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) or related technology, Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or related field of study, advanced degree desired, with minimum of 6 years of related experience or in a related role, or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Attain and maintain continuing education credits for CM-BIM designation, preferred
• Able to read, understand, and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
• Thorough knowledge of VDC tools and applications in construction, cost, scheduling, estimating, and coordination principles
• Knowledge of industry standards, codes, and specifications related to VDC
• Professional verbal and written communication skills, able to engage in collaborative professional and technical dialogue with stakeholders
• Advanced presentation delivery skills to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences
• Effective conflict management skills, able to professionally communicate business objectives to maintain equitable solutions
• Influential relationship building skills, able to lead and influence others that are not direct reports
• Ability to develop specialized solutions and anticipate challenges, risks, and opportunities
• Complex decision-making and problem solving skills, with ability to assess analytical data for informed decisions
• Able to manage to a budget
• Advanced project management expertise, able to develop, communicate and implement processes
• Able to review/assess work, provide feedback, and prioritize responsibilities for self and others that are not direct reports
• Proficient in computer applications, Microsoft Office suite of applications, collaboration tools, and working knowledge of multiple BIM based computer applications (e.g., Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), and AutoCAD; and similar BIM authoring/management tools)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee occasionally performs work at office locations, and/or off-site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.