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Sr VDC Engineer

Gilbane Building Company
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 2/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/13/2026

Overview

The Sr. VDC Engineer leads constructability and coordination tasks on a project by using technology and processes.

Responsibilities

  • Independently Completes VDC Coordination and Reality Capture processes with little supervision
  • Supports the implementation of Baseline and Enterprise VDC standards
  • Understands and applies Building Information Modeling (BIM) Standards and Specifications (BS&S) and BIM Execution Plan (BEP) on projects
  • Responsible for the quality and execution of day-to-day VDC project deliverables and processes; relays project issues and staffing and equipment challenges to the VDC Manager as needed
  • May assist in drafting project coordination schedule and reviewing with the VDC Manager
  • Coaches and mentors less experienced team members in other regions/Business Units (BUs)
  • Communicates with internal and external project teams; facilitates meetings to resolve project issues, review schedules, or other project documentation
  • Utilizes 3D design software to identify, communicate, and resolve project challenges
  • Utilize Reality Capture technology, such as laser scanning and drones, to support project deliverables
  • Combines all building discipline models into the coordination model
  • Reviews the coordination model for constructability issues utilizing the software’s clash detection capabilities
  • Assigns responsible party(s) for issue resolution; verifies and documents with meeting minutes, submittals, RFIs, and updated models
  • Displays areas of subject matter expertise
  • Gains exposure to various project delivery methods and market sectors, and how to apply VDC
  • Participates in BU office and department activities including orientation programs, training sessions, and peer group meetings
  • Responsible for 2-4 project VDC deliverables under little supervision
  • Supports a positive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Communicate Effectively - Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
  • Act Inclusively - Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation.
  • Solve Problems - Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution.
  • Demonstrate Agility/ Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change.
  • Drive for Results - Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability.
  • Champion Innovation - Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Information Modeling (BIM) or related field
  • 3 years of VDC Coordination experience
  • Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Strong time-management and analytical skills
  • Strong knowledge and proficiency with BIM and design software Knowledge of complex design concepts and integrated building components and systems
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment while coaching and mentoring VDC engineers
  • Ability to create 3D coordination models to facilitate the coordination process
  • Strong proficiency with reality capture hardware, software, and processes
  • Strong proficiency with 3D software and ability to model, dissect, and leverage the software for construction purposes
  • Ability to read construction schedules and tie activities to VDC deliverables
  • Ability to prioritize project tasks to achieve project VDC deliverables deadlines
  • Ability to display areas of subject matter expertise

 

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

 

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly. 

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