VDC Engineer - Pogue Construction : Job Details

Summary: The Virtual Design Construction Engineer will provide Building Information Modeling (BIM) administration/coordination and Virtual Design Construction (VDC) services to assigned projects and will help assist other departments with VDC needs. This position will be responsible for providing models and documents, VDC/BIM technical support, and coordinating 3D content modeled by others.

Experience: 3-4 years' experience working in the construction field; 3-4 years' of BIM-related experience; MEPF modeling experience is a plus.

Education: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Science or commensurate experience in the construction industry.

Certifications: OSHA 30 Training

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide models & documentation essential to complete VDC/BIM scope of work
• Maintain VDC/BIM standards & manage their implementation
• Create 3D modeling content not provided & compile trade partner model
• Run & manage clash detection efforts with project teams & trade partners
• Maintain relationships with trade partners & project teams
• Read & comprehend construction documents & apply to the VDC process.
• Assist project teams in pursuit efforts by creating 4D models for presentations
• Assist field teams in reality capture processes such as drone, 360 photos, and laser scanning
• Perform QAQC checks on models to mitigate errors & omissions
• Assist preconstruction team in model takeoffs & constructability reviews
• Work with design teams during preconstruction phases to mitigate future issues
• Train field teams & other Pogue staff on VDC process and technology
• Research & develop new tools and processes for the construction project lifecycle

Required Skills/Expectations:

• Communication skills; both verbal and written
• Perform work accurately in a timely manner
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of construction practices
• Knowledge of MEP systems
• Ability to understand drawings and specifications
• Ability to kickoff and maintain BIM coordination efforts on projects
• Knowledge of VDC/BIM technologies and processes and be able to apply them to projects
• Ability to collaborate with different teams and organizations for project success
• Knowledge of VDC/BIM technology solutions including:
• Autodesk Construction Cloud
• Autodesk Revit
• Autodesk AutoCAD
• Autodesk Navisworks Manage
• Fuzor or Synchro
• Bluebeam
• Sketchup
• 360 Photos
• Drones
• DroneDeploy
• Laser Scanning
• Internal and external customer service