VDC Manager

About the role

The VDC Manager is responsible for leading and supporting the division’s Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) team, including VDC Project Leads and VDC Specialists. This role partners closely with divisional leadership, project teams, and enterprise technology groups to ensure VDC strategies, standards, and solutions align with corporate direction and divisional business needs. The VDC Manager collaborates with other divisions to align on VDC standards, processes, and technology adoption, reducing siloed operations and improving consistency across the company.

This position works under general supervision, exercises independent judgment, and resolves issues within its scope. The VDC Manager provides direct leadership to the divisional VDC team, setting objectives, making decisions on critical issues, and contributing to new concepts and policy matters.

Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing VDC team by managing VDC Project Leads and Specialists, including hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance appraisals.
• Set clear expectations, objectives, and accountability for team performance and project delivery while allocating resources effectively.
• Provide strategic leadership and business partnership by ensuring divisional VDC goals align with corporate strategy and addressing division-specific objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to divisional leadership and project stakeholders on VDC planning, execution, and delivery.
• Participate in preconstruction planning, estimating, and budgeting efforts to provide early guidance on technology approach and strategies.
• Communicate plans, priorities, and initiatives effectively to divisional management and cross-functional teams.
• Drive standardization, alignment, and adoption by promoting change and leading the implementation of enterprise solutions at the division level.
• Partner with AEC Enterprise Services and regional leadership on process, technology, and standardization initiatives.
• Collaborate with other divisions to align on VDC standards, processes, and best practices.
• Ensure technology standards are consistent across the division and support broader alignment across the region.
• Advance technology, training, and continuous improvement by facilitating AEC technology training and onboarding within the division.
• Develop, administer, and execute VDC policies, processes, and procedures.
• Monitor and document emerging technologies and competitor capabilities.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance workflows, adoption, and team effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline preferred.
• 10–12 years of related experience, including a minimum of 2 years in a lead role.
• Strong leadership capabilities with demonstrated experience building, coaching, and managing high-performing VDC teams.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to engage with and present to leadership, executives, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Solid understanding of project workflows and planning within the design and construction environment, including workload and financial management.
• Deep knowledge of VDC-related technologies.
• Proven expertise in engineering, fabrication, and construction processes, with a broad understanding of related technical disciplines.
• Ability to analyze complex challenges, evaluate diverse inputs, and develop solutions that align with business and project goals.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee).
• Annual bonus program based on performance, achievement, and company profitability.
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance.
• Disability income protection insurance.
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care).
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time.
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses.
• Wellness benefits.

About the company

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation.