What are the responsibilities and job description for the VDC Manager position at HJ Russell and Company?
SUMMARY
The VDC Manager is the design coordination leader of the project. Their responsibilities include planning, organizing and administering the design coordination with the design team as well as critical trade subcontractors. The VDC Manager proactively manages design conflict resolution in close coordination internally with the Project Manager and Superintendent as well as externally with the client, design team and subcontractors. The VDC Manager ensures timely and cost-effective execution design coordination scope set by the Project Manager through the proficient use of the tools provided by H.J. Russell & Company.
WHY THIS JOB IS IMPORTANT
The VDC Manager is responsible for defining, implementing, and executing the BIMxPlan. The VDC Manager will work closely with the PM to define the BIMxPlan and the schedule to complete it.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This role has the following key duties and responsibilities :
Client Development & Relationship Skills
- Promote the growth and development of client and designer relationships.
- Represent H.J. Russell & Company in a professional and positive manner.
- Maintain a positive working relationship with the client and design team contacts with solution-oriented and problem-solving focus.
- Seek and identify new work opportunities and inform the PX or VP of potential projects with current and potential new clients.
- Participate in interviews for new work and provide modeling and rendering support for the presentation.
- Regularly participate in presentations to secure new work for H.J. Russell & Company.
- Participate in industry-related organizations to network, improve personally and promote H.J. Russell & Company.
- Interact with owners, architects, engineers and subcontractors with positive results.
- Communicate professionally in all verbal and written communications.
- Treat everyone with respect and be fair in working with the client, design team and subcontractors while protecting H.J. Russell & Company's interests.
Safety
Contracts & Risk
Design Coordination
Financial
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the project BIMxPlan. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with H.J. Russell & Company's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising personnel performance with the VP; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree (B. A., B.S. or B. Arch.) in Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction or Business Management from four-year (five-year in Architecture) college or university; or ten to fifteen years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Registration as an Architect or Engineering would bring added value and credibility to an individual in this position but is not required to fill this position.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Training and prior production experience with Primavera P3, Expedition, CMAS, Microsoft Foxpro (or comparable database software), and Microsoft Word (or comparable word-processing software).
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WHY WORK FOR US?
Simply stated, we put people first. As part of our Mission Statement, we strive to earn the loyalty of our employees through a demonstrated commitment to their development and through rewarding exemplary performance. We take the time to get to know our employees personally, and together develop individualized plans for career advancement and fulfillment with Russell. Our goal is to provide career growth and development which allows employees to envision and desire a long-term career with our company.
Our culture is rooted in the Russell Fundamentals, a series of 25 characteristics that guide the behavior of our employees and include key tenants like Do the right thing, always; Embrace diversity; Show meaningful appreciation; Deliver results; and Keep things fun. Our intentional focus on creating an outstanding workplace experience has earned our firm numerous recognitions, including being named one of USA Today's Top Workplaces in 2024 and earning awards for Cultural Excellence in the areas of Leadership, Innovation, Compensation and Benefits, and Purpose and Values. In a recent survey, 90% of our employees said that Russell motivates them to give their very best at work and 85% report feeling respected and supported in their roles.
In addition to our exceptional culture, we offer the following suite of benefits :
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)