VDC Manager

Careers at W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company

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• Design and implement VDC strategy throughout the project life cycle from design and construction to facilities management
• Provide leadership and guidance for BIM implementation
• Manage and implement VDC project setup process
• Lead VDC implementation opportunities in the Marketing, Pursuit, Pre‑construction, and Construction phases of a Project
• Lead BIM meetings and design or MEP coordination sessions
• Interact regularly with jobsites and maintain an understanding of project VDC implementations
• Establish, document, and maintain 3D model coordinates
• Create 2D and 3D site logistics phasing plans
• Federate 3D content modeled by others, and model any content not provided
• Laser scan point cloud integrations with Building Information Models
• Create, or assist project staff, in creating and maintaining 4D schedules and simulations
• Assume responsibility for learning the VDC processes and standards; apply them to assigned projects
• Read and comprehend construction documents and apply them to VDC processes
• Provide models and documents necessary to complete scope determined by VDC leadership and project teams
• Analyze models, look for errors and omissions, and make corrections as necessary
• Assist project personnel in the implementation of the VDC goals on their projects through training and support
• Track and report on VDC metrics for each project
• Facilitate ongoing collaboration among VDC personnel including the sharing of best practices and lessons learned
• Actively participate in and lead ongoing strategic initiatives related to VDC and innovation
• Participate in speaking opportunities within the industry and focus groups
• Demonstrate Yates Core Values and Principles
• Follow Yates Code of Conduct
• Safety Responsibilities and Expectations
• Responsible for refusing unsafe work and for carrying out all work in accordance with the established Yates Safety Procedures and Work Practices
• Report all incidents, near hits and hazards to management
• Required to wear and maintain personal PPE
• Advise fellow employees of hazardous situations
• Participate in workplace inspections
• Comply with statutory requirements, including duty of care
• Participate in required and/or assigned training
• Provide suggestions to improve Safety
• Present a mature approach to working safely
• Attend pre‑start and Safety meetings and contribute
• Assist with administering the site safety program as required and ensuring Trade Partner compliance with OSHA standards and Yates Site Specific Requirements and all applicable safety codes and regulations
• Other related duties as needed and assigned by Management in support of the successful completion of the project

• Associate degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field
• Equivalent experience in the building industry acceptable
• Undergraduate University degree or higher (preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or a closely related field) is preferred
• Ten (10) + years’ experience working a BIM or VDC‑related role, preferably in the construction industry

• Expert level Software knowledge in one or more of the following:
  Autodesk Revit, Navisworks Manage, AutoCAD, Solibri
• Experience with Trimble Project Sight and/or Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Familiarity with other BIM tools preferred:
  Trimble Sketchup, 3D Max, Recap Pro, Autodesk Point Layout
• Strong Microsoft Office skills required (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel specifically)
• Experience in BIM process and software training preferred
• Experience in MEP Coordination strongly preferred
• Willingness to work on active construction project sites
• Ability to travel
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Technically astute and strategic in thinking
• Strong interpersonal skills along with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to focus on details and can work well within a deadline‑driven environment
• Well‑rounded base of knowledge in construction disciplines
• Ability to work independently, multi‑task, and adapt in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal guidance