VDC Manager

James G. Davis Construction Corporation; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health care

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Annual incentive bonus

401(k) and ESOP

HSA contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

DAVIS seeks a Virtual Construction Manager to lead BIM/VC strategy and coordination across multiple projects. You will bridge executive project management with BIM execution, ensuring digital workflows support schedule, cost, risk, and field execution.

The role demands coordinating teams, standards enforcement, and strong leadership across VDC, Field Services, Quality, and Safety. You will oversee tool selection, model-based coordination milestones, and sustainment of high-quality Virtual

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or related field, or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum of six (6) years in Virtual Construction / BIM / VDC within a commercial construction environment at a General Contractor or large trade partner.
• Operations experience preferred.
• Strong technical background across BIM and Reality Capture technologies and software platforms.
• Advanced knowledge collaborating across VDC, Field Services, Quality, and Safety teams.
• Experience managing people, BIM trade coordination workflows, and deliverables on complex projects.
• QA/QC processes experience and ability to enforce standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-level BIM trade coordination from planning through completion.
• Facilitate coordination meetings, clash detection, and coordination logs.
• Oversee development and quality control of VC deliverables and RFP visualizations.
• Guide tool selection and workflow decisions to align with master schedule.
• Mentor junior staff and promote continuous improvement of workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

BIM/VDC coordination

Clash detection

QA/QC processes

Model-based coordination

Mentoring junior staff

Schedule coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or related field

Tools

BIM software platforms

Job description

Virtual Construction ManagerSkip to main contentWe use cookies to personalize content and ads, to provide social media features, and to analyze our traffic. We also share information about your use of our site with our social media, advertising, and analytics partners.# CareersVirtual Construction Manager page is loaded## Virtual Construction ManagerApplylocations: Headquarters - Rockville, MDtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 4 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100903***At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.***## **SUMMARY:**The Virtual Construction Manager leads the strategic, managerial, and coordination aspects of BIM and Virtual Construction (VC) across multiple projects. This role bridges executive project management, BIM strategy, and construction delivery, ensuring digital workflows directly support schedule, cost, risk mitigation, and field execution.## **MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:*** Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or related field, or equivalent years of experience* A minimum of six (6) years in Virtual Construction / BIM / VDC within a commercial construction environment at a General Contractor or large trade partner* Operations experience preferred* Strong technical background across BIM and Reality Capture technologies and software platforms* Advanced knowledge and experience collaborating across VDC, Field Services, Quality, and Safety teams* Proven experience managing people, BIM trade coordination workflows, and deliverables on complex projects* Demonstrated ability to establish and enforce standards and QA/QC processes* Experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously* Ability to guide tool selection and workflow decisions* Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills* Strong understanding of construction means and methods* Ability to connect technical data to business decisions* Strong emphasis on reduced RFIs, on time BIM delivery, improved schedules, less rework and strong adoption of BIM by field teams* Demonstrated ability to oversee model-based coordination milestones to field activities## **TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:*** Proactively leads high-level BIM trade coordination from planning through completion, including facilitation of coordination meetings, clash detection and tracking, integration of shop drawings, submittals, and RFIs, and maintenance of coordination logs and reports* Ensures coordination solutions are practical and constructable by aligning decisions with master schedule, look-ahead planning, procurement timelines, and field execution strategies* Establishes, enforces, and communicates company BIM Execution Plans, modeling standards, LOD requirements, and data workflows to ensure consistent, high-quality Virtual Construction deliverables across projects* Oversees development and quality control of advanced Virtual Construction deliverables, including coordination findings, site logistics, and RFP visualizations, ensuring alignment with client goals, company standards, and project-specific requirements* Provides technical leadership across multiple projects, guiding complex coordination challenges and promoting effective use of BIM/VDC tools, workflows, and model-based analysis* Evaluates, selects, and supports adoption of BIM/VDC hardware, software, and platforms, and establishes departmental practices for model calibration, updates, and field implementation* Assists with oversight of Virtual Construction budgets, including development and management of VC project estimates, tracking changes, and providing regular financial updates to project teams* Builds and maintains strong relationships with trade partners and project teams, sets coordination expectations, and supports development and execution of Virtual Construction schedules* Manages and mentors junior staff, conducts performance reviews, leads training on advanced tools and methodologies, and supports continuous improvement of workflows* Promotes cross-department collaboration and represents DAVIS at industry events and external presentations, contributing to business planning, budgeting, and positioning the company as a leader in Virtual Construction innovation## **CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:*** **Autonomy + Accountability*** Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business plan; receives guidance and oversight from managers* Typically does not perform the work supervised* Accountable for work of others* **Business Impact*** Impacts own team, adjacent teams, and teams company-wide* Decisions are made without oversight and affect the success of the department / revenue group* Guides, influences and persuades others either internally in other project / departments or externally* Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning* **Talent Development*** May have formal management responsibilities* Provides feedback to team members* Adapts plans and priorities to meet project / department / company goals* Creates opportunities for growth and development of team members* **Problem Solving + Resiliency*** Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions* Takes a new perspective on existing solutions* Exercises judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information## **DAVIS CORE VALUES:*** **TRUST*** **Excellence in Service** – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations* **Inclusion** – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging* **Integrity** – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions* **Building Relationships** – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work***T******he base salary (or hourly) range for this position is***$105,000.00 - $140,000.00***DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.***## ***The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.***## ***All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.***