VDC Strategy Leader - BIM & Coordination

Thornton Construction Company, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The VDC Manager at Thornton Construction Company, Inc. will develop and manage the companywide VDC process, serving as liaison between departments and business units to align with project goals and standards.

You will craft BIM execution plans, lead clash detection, coordinate with IT, and oversee VDC guidelines, budgets, and schedules across designated projects. This role requires strong leadership, a hands-on approach, and the ability to drive innovation while ensuring compliance with contract

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture, or equivalent education.
• 5–8 years of progressive project experience in roles such as Project Engineer or Project Manager, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge and direct support experience in AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit, Archicad.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead the development and execution of VDC strategies in alignment with company objectives, driving innovation and efficiency.
• Estimate and establish VDC modeling budget and schedule for designated projects.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement cutting-edge technologies and tools for VDC processes.
• Assist project teams in identifying necessary Subcontractor involvement and serve as the Model Administrator for assigned projects.
• Develop or modify project-specific VDC Guidelines before bid or preconstruction services.
• Support project teams in reviewing Subcontractor adherence to VDC Guidelines, including model submission schedules.
• Take the lead in clash detection and resolution, collaborating on RFIs during preconstruction.
• Organize and lead VDC coordination meetings among VDC Engineers, users, and Subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Revit

Archicad

Job description

The VDC Manager at Thornton Construction Company, Inc. will develop and manage the companywide VDC process, serving as liaison between departments and business units to align with project goals and standards.

You will craft BIM execution plans, lead clash detection, coordinate with IT, and oversee VDC guidelines, budgets, and schedules across designated projects. This role requires strong leadership, a hands-on approach, and the ability to drive innovation while ensuring compliance with contract