Senior VDC Engineer

Full Time
Chicago, IL 60601
Posted
Job description

This is a hybrid role, and we are open to candidates within commuting distance of Chicago, Denver, New York, San Diego, Seattle, or Charlotte.


About VIATechnik:

VIATechnik is the global leader in Virtual Design and Construction. We have nearly 200 digital experts around the globe. The firm’s services include Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual & Augmented Reality, Digital Twins, and Enterprise Software Application Development.


We work on some of the industry’s largest and most interesting projects such as Apple’s new headquarters, Virgin Hyperloop One, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) modernization & expansions, Denver International Airport, Chicago O’Hare International Airport, Hudson Yards, the Atlanta Falcons Stadium, Chase Arena, the Tesla Gigafactory and many more. Our team is made up of leading VDC professionals, technologists, architects, and engineers who have a passion for solving problems and a thirst for learning. We are results-driven, creative solution finders and enjoy putting ourselves in our clients’ shoes.


The role:

As a Senior VDC Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your problem solving, project management and technical skills across a multitude of projects, and contribute to world-class thought leadership around BIM and VDC in the construction industry.

This includes ensuring that projects incorporate BIM processes through pre-construction, construction and project turnover. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, startup environment and has a deep passion for developing and implementing innovative BIM processes across teams.

Bring your cross-trade coordination mastery to work for an industry leader.


In this role, you will:

  • Work on the project management of VDC/BIM projects across the VDC spectrum.
  • Serve as the primary interface to clients and cultivate client relationships. Present work to the client. Conduct and/or actively participate in meetings with the client.
  • Coordinate and lead interesting multi-trade digital model creation projects with global teams.
  • Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements. Enhance VIATechnik’s goal of continuous improvement within our company, for our clients, and for the industry.
  • Contribute to our culture of professional development and knowledge sharing by participating in and leading training efforts.

Apply if you have:

  • A bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar.
  • 3-5 years of experience providing implementation, training, and support in BIM and VDC.
  • 3-5 years of experience providing MEP coordination services for a general contractor.
  • Experience with Civil3D
  • Experience in combining and coordinating BIM updates, running clash detection on revised components and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Ability to create and manage complex commercial and industrial design projects within Revit, Navisworks, Civil3D, and other supporting programs.
  • Knowledge of primary building systems – foundations, primary building structure and walls, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, fire protection, specialty systems, conveying systems and interior finishes and the sequence of assembly of each.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction contracts.
  • Availability to work hybrid 1-2 days per week in one of the cities listed.

Even better if you have:

  • Led online meetings and training sessions across remote project teams using platforms such as Asana.
  • Managed BIM and VDC across the project lifecycle.
  • A track record of effectively working with and/or managing teams remotely.
  • The ability to work effectively in an extremely fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
  • Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
  • A proactive and flexible attitude, willingness to take an “all hands on deck” approach.

Compensation and featured benefits:

  • The pay for this position is $85,000 to $91,000, and the role is eligible for bonuses. The actual salary offer may be different as we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience and location
  • Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 70% of the premiums for dependents
  • Dental and vision insurance. We cover 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and 50% of the premiums for dependents
  • Open and flexible time off
  • A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
  • Home office setup costs
  • Paid holidays

As a minority-owned and woman-led company, VIATechnik takes diversity and inclusion to heart. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.


VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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