VDC Engineer

About the role

The VDC Engineer supports technological intelligence to ensure a successful product throughout the project lifecycle. They collaborate with Preconstruction & Operations Teams to develop deliverables and solve problems using digital production software.

Responsibilities

• Support development of deliverables including visual mock-ups, logistics plans, phasing plans, 4D schedules, trade coordination, and clash detection.
• Solve problems using digital production software.
• Provide technical support for a range of applications used in-house.
• Coordinate schematic and detailed level models including modeling across all disciplines.
• Identify construction conflicts and incomplete or ambiguous design information.
• Manage model changes through design updates and as-built conditions.
• Aide in quantity take-off using VDC software.
• Document job progress and schedules within a building model.
• Aid in refining best practices for project labor, equipment needs, safety programs, submittal, issues, QA/QC process management, and comprehensive handover of as-built documents and equipment data.
• Support Preconstruction Team in implementing corporate VDC strategy, initiatives, and standard operating procedures.
• Support project and software setup for 3D trade coordination, site logistical planning, and 4D scheduling.
• Aide and support training in various software packages.
• Administer and support VDC coordination kick-off meetings and subsequent meetings.
• Configure project site to host BIM data or other equitable platforms.
• Perform VDC work and support project personnel in VDC processes, including assistance with related technical support issues.
• Aid Operations Teams in developing project specific VDC strategies, scopes, and plans.
• Aid Operations Teams in the implementation of VDC applications and processes.
• Aid Operations Teams with project specific contract language for subcontractor trades.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in the construction industry, particularly in design and/or VDC/BIM related processes.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture.
• Certifications in VDC/BIM or related fields preferred.
• Ability to manage and multi-task VDC operations and processes on 2-3 projects.
• Collaborate and understand complex processes and produce solutions.
• Communicate and explain technical processes and programs to everyday users.
• Speak and present professionally, both internally and externally.
• Light travel, generally limited to an occasional day-trip or over-night trip to visit project sites.
• Lead VDC efforts and be led by project leadership roles.

Benefits

Comprehensive and cost-effective options reflecting Brinkmann's commitment to health and wellness, including:

• 100% employee ownership (ESOP)
• Annual bonus program
• Company-contributed 401K
• Competitive salary with annual merit increase
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Performance tools for added clarity of expectations and responsibilities
• Annual performance reviews
• Dedicated ambassador for assimilation into Brinkmann culture
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA
• Paid parental leave
• Work-life balance
• Seven paid holidays plus three floating holidays
• Family-oriented work environment
• Service awards with paid sabbaticals and milestone bonuses
• A positive and collaborative work environment
• Healthy lifestyle rewards
• Community involvement
• Team building events
• Local volunteer opportunities
• Non-profit support and fundraising

Pay

Competitive salary with annual merit increase

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate project needs