Senior VDC/Digital Technology Specialist

About the role

AECOM Hunt is hiring a hands‑on Sr. VDC/Digital Technology Specialist II with experience delivering BIM coordination in a General Contractor environment and strong data‑analysis skills. The role drives project‑specific digital delivery strategies, leads MEP coordination, manages VDC deliverables and reporting, and champions field‑technology adoption (drones, AR/VR, mobile). Collaboration with the project team and VDC leadership ensures high‑quality coordination, field verification, and facility‑model turnover.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Project‑Specific Digital Delivery Strategy aligned to project goals and constraints.
• Partner with the Project Team to assess needs, plan implementation, and ensure effective adoption of VDC processes and tools.
• Lead and manage Project‑Specific MEP Coordination (trade coordination, clash management, model reviews).
• Establish and maintain the Schedule/BEP (BxP) and Reality Capture Plan; align 4D/5D where applicable.
• Own all VDC project deliverables and reporting; track progress and communicate status to stakeholders.
• Build and maintain the Project Hub landing page; coordinate regularly with the VDC Regional Manager on strategy, resources, and reporting.
• Define and manage the Field Verification Strategy; oversee as‑built updates and facility‑model data turnover.
• Apply basic AR/VR workflows for coordination reviews and stakeholder engagement; explore introductory AI‑assisted workflows.
• Attend and present at field staff meetings; translate coordination insights into clear site‑ready actions.
• Drive technology adoption in the field (drones, field tech, AR/VR, mobile data capture) and troubleshoot implementation.
• Manage 3rd‑party resources (VDC consultants, scanning providers, specialty vendors) for quality, schedule, and deliverables.

Desired Attributes

• Passionate about technology, construction, and on‑site implementation.
• Strong work ethic and sense of urgency.
• Willingness to think outside the box and improve VDC capabilities.
• Solid construction knowledge.
• Active involvement in the digital community, A/E/C institutions, and academia.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Architecture or Construction Management and at least 6 years of progressive experience in BIM technology, or equivalent education/experience.
• Construction experience.
• Experience performing BIM/VDC coordination for a General Contractor with MEP trade coordination.
• Data‑analysis expertise (Excel/Power Query, Power BI, or similar) with the ability to turn model/field data into actionable insights.
• Proficiency with BIM/VDC tools such as Navisworks, Revit, BIM 360/ACC (or equivalents).
• Familiarity with 4D scheduling workflows and reality capture (laser scanning, photogrammetry) preferred.
• Basic exposure to AR/VR tools and openness to learning AI‑enabled workflows.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for delivering coordination outcomes to field staff and trade partners.
• Comfortable working primarily on‑site and collaborating with field teams and trade partners.
• Organized, proactive, and able to manage multiple stakeholders and third‑party resources.
• Experience with Synchro (or other 4D tools), reality‑capture processing tools, and issue‑tracking platforms.
• Ability to create Power BI dashboards or similar reporting portfolios.
• Experience preparing model‑based handover/as‑built deliverables for facility management.
• Reality‑capture planning and processing experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Paid time off and various leaves of absence
• Voluntary benefits and employee perks
• Flexible work options
• Well‑being resources and employee assistance program
• Business travel insurance
• Service recognition awards
• Retirement savings plan
• Employee stock purchase plan

Compensation

Offered compensation is based on education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $88,244.70 – $163,252.69 per year.

Additional Information

• This position does not include sponsorship for United States work authorization now or in the future.
• Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance‑abuse test.
• The role is on‑site only; it is not hybrid nor remote.
• Relocation assistance may be available.
• All newly hired employees are required to attend an in‑person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.