Virtual Construction Engineer

Jobtailor; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced BIM/VDC professional to independently set up project BIM/VDC environments, coordinate trades, and manage federated models. You will produce coordinated deliverables and ensure QA/QC across the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities include leading clash detection, coordinating shop drawings and RFIs, and integrating reality capture data, with close collaboration across Engineering, Operations, and Field teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1+ year of Operations experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of BIM industry clash detection software.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and field safety protocols.
• Demonstrated interest in technical skill development.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs BIM/VDC project setup, including folder structures and naming conventions, file processing, and federated model management.
• Leads BIM-based trade coordination from kick-off through completion, including clash detection, issue tracking and resolution, and integration of shop drawings and RFIs.
• Produces and oversees BIM/VDC deliverables, such as coordinated trade composite drawings, overlay studies, and 3D/4D visualizations aligned with schedule milestones.
• Applies departmental Virtual Construction standards and QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy and coordination completeness.
• Collaborates with Field Engineering, Operations, and Reality Capture teams to define project requirements and integrate reality capture data.
• Maintains up-to-date federated models and tracks adjustments to VC deliverable schedules, communicating changes as needed.

Skills

BIM/VDC Project Setup

Clash Detection

3D/4D Visualization

Virtual Construction Standards

Technical Solution Evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Reality Capture

3D Printing

High-Fidelity Renderings

Job description

Independently performs BIM/VDC project setup, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and federated model management in accordance with project controls and company standards

• Independently performs BIM/VDC project setup, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and federated model management in accordance with project controls and company standards
• Leads BIM-based trade coordination from project kick-off through completion, including clash detection, issue tracking and resolution, integration of shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, point cloud data, and preparation of coordination reports
• Produces and oversees BIM/VDC deliverables, including coordinated trade composite drawings (TCDs), request-for-interpretation support documents, overlay studies, site logistics plans, and 3D/4D visualizations aligned with construction schedule milestones
• Applies departmental Virtual Construction standards and QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy, coordination completeness, and alignment with project coordinates
• Collaborates with Field Engineering, Operations, and Reality Capture teams to define project requirements, point-of-origin selection, and integration of reality capture data for construction use
• Evaluates options and proposes technical solutions to resolve coordination conflicts and constructability challenges
• Maintains up-to-date federated models for use by operations and project teams and tracks adjustments to VC deliverable schedules, communicating changes from the original plan
• Provides guidance and oversight to junior staff, ensuring efficient workflows and quality completion of assignments
• Troubleshoots technical and software-related issues, selects appropriate BIM tools and workflows based on project scope and complexity, and supports advanced VDC processes including 3D printing, high-fidelity renderings, and 360 photo-to-model comparisons
• Stays current with advancements in BIM and Virtual Construction technologies and provides recommendations for improvements to equipment, software, and workflow processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture , Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field, or equivalent years of work experience
• At least one (1) year of experience in Operations preferred
• Basic understanding of BIM industry clash detection software
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and field safety protocols
• Demonstrated interest in technical skill development and continued learning

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in BIM/VDC project setup, trade coordination, and model management, ensuring adherence to quality standards and effective collaboration across teams. Proficient in utilizing advanced BIM tools and technologies to enhance project deliverables and resolve constructability challenges.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• BIM/VDC Project Setup
• Clash Detection Software
• 3D/4D Visualization
• Virtual Construction Standards
• Technical Solution Evaluation

Hard Skills

• BIM/VDC Deliverables
• Coordinated Trade Composite Drawings
• Clash Detection
• Model Management
• Construction Schedule Alignment
• Reality Capture Integration
• Technical Troubleshooting
• 3D Printing
• High-Fidelity Renderings
• 360 Photo-to-Model Comparisons

Soft Skills

• Strong Organizational Skills
• Effective Communication Skills
• Guidance and Oversight
• Interest in Technical Skill Development
• Ability to Follow Standardized Procedures

Industry Keywords

• Construction Management
• Architecture
• Engineering
• Surveying
• Geomatics
• Field Safety Protocols
• Quality Assurance
• Quality Control
• Project Controls
• Operations