Virtual Design & Construction Engineer

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is seeking a self-motivated individual to join the Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) team in Portland, Oregon. The position focuses on coordinating virtual design solutions and integrating technology across projects.

Qualified candidates should have a background in architecture or engineering, experience with BIM software, and an innovative mindset. The role involves creating virtual simulations, managing 3D coordination activities, and driving tech development for project quality enhancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is preferred.
• 0-5 years of experience with BIM software and technology.
• Ability to read drawings and understand specifications.

Responsibilities

• Create virtual simulations for site logistics and scheduling.
• Manage 3D coordination activities throughout project lifecycle.
• Drive research and development of new technology and software.

Skills

BIM software proficiency

Data analytics

Virtual reality experience

Cross-discipline teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management

Associate’s degree in VDC/BIM technical concentration

Tools

SketchUp

Revit

CAD

Navisworks

Rendering software (e.g. Lumion)

Job description

Whiting‑Turner is looking for a self‑motivated, energetic, creative, technology‑driven, detail‑oriented, quick‑thinking, innovative person to join our internal Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) team. The role involves coordinating virtual design and constructability solutions across projects, creating simulations, and driving new technology integration.

Qualified candidates should:

• Understand building construction, engineering, and/or architecture.
• Have on‑the‑job or class experience with BIM software programs and technology.
• Thrive in a team environment and produce independent work.
• Have an innately curious, forward‑thinking personality to push innovative ideas in all aspects of daily tasks.
• Be able to multi‑task and deliver parallel successful products.

Typical daily tasks include:

• Creating virtual simulations to validate and improve site logistics, safety concerns, building sequencing, scheduling, and VR experiences.
• Managing 3D coordination activities with operation teams from project kickoff through closeout.
• Performing preconstruction model tasks – quality verifications, schedule validations, constructability reviews, and virtual mock‑up production.
• Driving research and development of new software, hardware, and technology to optimize the team’s execution and overall project quality.

Skill set

Software proficiency required:

• General computing skills
• SketchUp
• CAD
• Revit
• Navisworks
• Rendering software (e.g. Lumion)

Other required skills

• Able to read drawings and understand specifications, building codes, and other technical data.
• Familiar with MEPF system design.
• Have excellent written and oral communication.
• Ability to work well with cross‑discipline teams.
• Data analytics, visual programming, and VR/AR experience.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree with preference given to Architectural, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management related degrees.
• Associate’s degree in a VDC/BIM technical concentration with 0‑5 years of experience.
• BIM software, hardware, and technology knowledge.

The Whiting‑Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.