VDC Manager - Western Region

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CRB is a leading provider of sustainable engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the global life sciences and food and beverage industries. With more than 1,100 employees, we deliver best‑in‑class services that drive success and positive change for our clients, our people and our communities. As a privately held company, we consistently strive for the highest standard of technical knowledge, creativity and execution.

The VDC Regional Manager is a strategic and technical leader responsible for overseeing Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) operations across a designated region. This role involves close collaboration with clients, trade partners, consultants and internal design and construction teams to ensure consistent VDC standards, execution strategies and innovation throughout the project lifecycle.

The VDC Regional Manager will lead regional VDC resource planning, training and implementation while supporting both renovation and new construction projects. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in BIM technologies, construction sequencing and cross‑discipline coordination along with strong leadership and communication skills.

• Provide leadership and oversight for all VDC functions within the region.
• Collaborate with regional and project leadership to develop VDC strategies across the full project lifecycle—from proposals and planning to execution and quality assurance.
• Lead VDC resource planning and scheduling for regional projects.
• Assist in the development of BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) and lead client interactions with support from project leadership and VDC Project Coordinators.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to regional VDC staff.
• Coordinate training, implementation and support of VDC tools and processes for regional teams.
• Troubleshoot VDC tools and workflows and ensure alignment with CRB and client standards.
• Evaluate BIM modeling capabilities of internal teams, trade partners and external design collaborators.
• Strengthen VDC capabilities of strategic partners, vendors and subconsultants.
• Collaborate with corporate and regional leadership on strategic initiatives and standardization efforts.
• Work with the Director of VDC Digital Content to guide content strategy and development.
• Support the Director of Digital Delivery in testing, standardizing and implementing emerging technologies to enhance digital delivery.
• Contribute to the development of digital delivery roadmaps and initiatives within Project Delivery Services.
• Represent CRB in VDC‑related webinars and conferences, sharing insights and identifying opportunities for innovation.

• Associate degree in Computer‑Aided Design, or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in an EPC firm or equivalent construction industry setting.
• 3–5 years of experience managing or leading a team preferred.
• Ability to travel to construction sites and regional offices as needed.

• Advanced proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD and other design authoring platforms.
• Strong knowledge of contractual delivery methods for design and construction.
• Experience with 3D collaboration tools (e.g., BIM
  360/ACC, Assemble, clash tracking, laser scanning, iConstruct, model‑based point layout).
• Familiarity with VDC productivity tools (e.g., Revit add‑ins, Dynamo, Bluebeam).
• Experience with AutoCAD Plant 3D preferred.
• Advanced understanding of industry‑standard VDC documentation (e.g., BEP, BIMForum).
• VDC certifications preferred (e.g., Revit Certified Professional, CM‑BIM).
• Proven ability to write standards and guidelines.
• Strong understanding of building design and construction sequencing.
• Experience facilitating spatial planning and developing “Spatial Allocation Zones” for MEP systems.
• Ability to generate clash reports and guide resolution strategies.
• Experience leading design/model coordination meetings across disciplines and trade partners.
• Excellent organizational,…