Virtual Design and Construction Manager

Jobtailor

Cedar Rapids (IA)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in Cedar Rapids, IA seeks a seasoned VDC/BIM professional to lead digital construction workflows on complex projects. You will manage BIM processes, coordinate with architects, engineers, and field teams, and drive VDC integrations across preconstruction, field operations, and vendor networks.

The role requires hands-on experience with Revit, Navisworks, and Procore, plus strong leadership and analytical skills.

Qualifications

Industry-related bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum five (5) years of architectural services, construction, or manufacturing experience.
At least two (2) years of VDC/BIM management experience.
LEAN principles experience is desirable.
OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or willingness to obtain upon hire.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks.
Ability to learn JDE, Procore, Scheduling Software and other software.
Initiative, independent judgment, project management, and analytical skills.
Leadership, business acumen, client relations, and decision-making abilities.
Experience with drones, FAA Part 107 Certificate, LiDAR scanning, reality capture, data processing, and data utilization preferred.
Visa sponsorship is not available.

Responsibilities

Apply VDC technologies onsite with project teams.
Provide technological expertise for drones, robotics, laser scanning, and reality capture.
Leverage 3D, 4D, and 5D digital content to design, manage, and implement VDC systems.
Streamline workflows between preconstruction, field operations, and other project departments.
Collaborate with learning and development to lead VDC training sessions.
Test, plan, and direct implementation of approved software and hardware.
Produce VDC estimates and cost analyses.
Propose improvements supporting companywide VDC strategic initiatives.
Maintain VDC standards and best practices.
Analyze metrics and propose improvement solutions.
Participate in vendor, supplier, and service provider negotiations.
Promote VDC capabilities through marketing and business development initiatives.
Present VDC capabilities to owners, architects, and project teams.
Maintain site models, logistics plans, coordination models, and final as-built models.
Handle RFIs and A/E design changes and updates.
Track, evaluate, and help develop trade/construction models.
Perform weekly drone flights, data processing, laser scanning, and reality capture.
Conduct QA walks comparing models with actual build conditions and log deviations.
Coordinate model updates with trades and project teams.
Perform project engineering duties such as submittals and trade management.
Mentor team members and delegate tasks and responsibilities.

Skills

VDC Management

BIM Management

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Client Relations

Decision-Making

Initiative

Education

Industry-related bachelors degree or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

SketchUp

Fuzor

InfraWorks

Adobe Suite

Procore

Bluebeam

JDE

Scheduling Software

Job description

Apply VDC technologies onsite with project teams
Provide technological expertise for drones, robotics, laser scanning, and reality capture
Leverage 3D, 4D, and 5D digital content to design, manage, and implement VDC systems
Streamline workflows between preconstruction, field operations, and other project departments
Collaborate with learning and development to lead VDC training sessions
Test, plan, and direct implementation of approved software and hardware
Produce VDC estimates and cost analyses
Propose improvements supporting companywide VDC strategic initiatives
Maintain VDC standards and best practices
Analyze metrics and propose improvement solutions
Participate in vendor, supplier, and service provider negotiations
Promote VDC capabilities through marketing and business development initiatives
Present VDC capabilities to owners, architects, and project teams
Maintain site models, logistics plans, coordination models, and final as-built models
Handle RFIs and A/E design changes and updates
Track, evaluate, and help develop trade/construction models
Perform weekly drone flights, data processing, laser scanning, and reality capture
Conduct QA walks comparing models with actual build conditions and log deviations
Coordinate model updates with trades and project teams
Perform project engineering duties such as submittals and trade management
Mentor team members and delegate tasks and responsibilities

Requirements

An industry-related bachelor's degree is required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum five (5) years of architectural services, construction, or manufacturing experience
At least two (2) years of VDC/BIM management experience
LEAN principles experience is desirable
OSHA 10 or 30 preferred, or willingness to obtain upon hire
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Navisworks
General understanding of SketchUp, Fuzor, InfraWorks, Adobe Suite, VDC software, systems, and hardware
Ability to learn JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, scheduling software, and other specific software
Initiative, independent judgment, project management, and analytical skills
Leadership, business acumen, client relations, and decision-making abilities
Experience with drones, FAA Part 107 Certificate, LiDAR scanning, reality capture, data processing, and data utilization is preferred
Visa sponsorship is not available
Background checks are required if applicable
Must work in a drug- and alcohol-free workplace

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in VDC technologies, including drones, robotics, and laser scanning, while effectively managing workflows and collaborating across project teams. Proficient in VDC/BIM management, with strong analytical and project management skills to drive strategic initiatives and improve operational efficiencies.

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