Virtual Construction Engineer

About the role

The Virtual Construction Engineer is a hands-on technical role responsible for executing BIM and Virtual Construction (VC) tasks that directly support construction operations. This position focuses on coordination, constructability analysis, and technical problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs BIM/VDC project setup, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and federated model management in accordance with project controls and company standards.
• Leads BIM-based trade coordination from project kick-off through completion, including clash detection, issue tracking and resolution, integration of shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, point cloud data, and preparation of coordination reports.
• Produces and oversees BIM/VDC deliverables, including coordinated trade composite drawings (TCDs), request-for-interpretation support documents, overlay studies, site logistics plans, and 3D/4D visualizations aligned with construction schedule milestones.
• Applies departmental Virtual Construction standards and QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy, coordination completeness, and alignment with project coordinates.
• Collaborates with Field Engineering, Operations, and Reality Capture teams to define project requirements, point-of-origin selection, and integration of reality capture data for construction use.
• Evaluates options and proposes technical solutions to resolve coordination conflicts and constructability challenges.
• Maintains up-to-date federated models for use by operations and project teams and tracks adjustments to VC deliverable schedules, communicating changes from the original plan.
• Provides guidance and oversight to junior staff, ensuring efficient workflows and quality completion of assignments.
• Troubleshoots technical and software-related issues, selects appropriate BIM tools and workflows based on project scope and complexity, and supports advanced VDC processes including 3D printing, high-fidelity renderings, and 360 photo-to-model comparisons.
• Stays current with advancements in BIM and Virtual Construction technologies and provides recommendations for improvements to equipment, software, and workflow processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field, or equivalent years of work experience
• At least one (1) year of experience in Operations preferred
• Basic understanding of BIM industry clash detection software
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and field safety protocols
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in technical skill development and continued learning

Qualifications

• Technical Job Knowledge: Independently performs BIM/VDC project setup, leads BIM-based trade coordination, produces and oversees BIM/VDC deliverables, applies departmental Virtual Construction standards and QA/QC procedures, collaborates with teams, evaluates options, troubleshoots technical issues, maintains up-to-date federated models, provides guidance, and stays current with advancements in BIM and Virtual Construction technologies.

Skills

• Autonomy + Accountability: Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems, receives instruction, guidance and direction from others, accountable for work within own role only, but work completed impacts team and / or projects.
• Business Impact: Impacts own team and adjacent teams, uses discretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency, assists in basic business development tasks.
• Talent Development: Acts as a resource for team members with less experience, may lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements.
• Problem Solving + Resiliency: Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project / department with minimal oversight, evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration.

Benefits

Base salary (or hourly) range for this position is $78,000.00 - $95,000.00. DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities.