Regional VDC Manager

 

The Regional VDC Manager is responsible for managing and developing Loenbro’s Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) program for all major commercial and industrial projects. This role focuses on increasing the company's effectiveness and efficiency through strategic implementation of BIM processes, coordination, and technological advancements

Essential Responsibilities

• Planning, resource allocating, tracking and forecasting of assigned regional project work
• Ensuring that assigned projects successfully hit project VDC goals

• Develop, document, and maintain processes, policies, and procedures related to BIM/VDC

• Lead regional coordinators and detailers providing guidance, mentorship, and continued growth and development

• Maintain connectivity and best practices with VDC teams in other regions

• Demonstrate and embrace our company values, our PACT: People, Advance Process, Community, and Trusting Relationships

Specific Job Responsibilities

• Internally coordinate, create, and enforce BIM standards and management plans

• Achieve division-wide standard processes for model setup and coordinate templates with specific trades

• Work with Pre-Job planning manager and involved stakeholders on standardization items that integrate to prefabrication as well as field installations

• Support estimating by furnishing estimates for project pursuits as requested by the Estimating and Sales department.

• Serve to provide guidance and coordination related to BIM project and Client requirements and needed delivery methods

• Determine required scope and level of effort of project work, including the degree of completeness and precision to which project elements should be addressed

• Manage 3rd party VDC/BIM companies subcontracted by Loenbro

• Cost management on project and department basis

• Modeling and coordination on projects provided that other company initiatives do not take priority in which case utilize internal and external resources as required to hit department goals

• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in BIM/VDC technologies, recommending and implementing improvements as needed

• Represent the regional division for future technology and integration planning

• Coordination with IT and Vendors regarding subscriptions, licenses, software, and equipment

• Provide day-to-day support for BIM software and maintain drawing templates

• Meets with project team as appropriate to discuss questions and resolve problems on projects

• Monitor projects for errors and enforce model clean-up and use of company standards

• Development, training, and mentorship of the Regional VDC department staff

• Regional Subject Matter Expert on VDC/BIM standards and implimentation

• Ambassador for VDC with other departments including education and training on BIM/VDC best practices

• Direct and educate others in the systems and procedures for clash detection

• Hiring of new team members for the regional VDC division

• Create and maintain guidance materials for new VDC team members during onboarding

• Represent Loenbro and interact in a professional manner with clients, subcontractor representatives, and internal stakeholders

 

Required Skills & Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, computer-aided drafting, or a related field. Certifications and equivalent experience may be considered.

• Minimum of 6+ years of progressive experience as a BIM/VDC project lead in the construction industry.

• Expertise in BIM software applications, including Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and other relevant software platforms and plug-ins

• Functional knowledge of Total Station tools for field layout.

• Understanding of construction processes, project lifecycles, and electrical construction practices.

• Proficiency with cloud-based collaboration platforms.

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.

• Must pass a drug test, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s policy.

 

Measurements

The VDC Manager’s success is measured by the following criteria:  Quarterly and Annual Checkpoints

 

Reporting

The VDC Manager reports to the Regional Pre-Job Planning Manager

 

Supervisory Requirements

The VDC Manager has supervisory responsibilities over the regional Detailers, Coordinators, Sr. Coordinators, and other staff as may be added to the regional VDC department

 

Work Schedule

• 7AM-5PM Monday through Thursday and 7AM to 3PM on Friday (Position may require work outside of these periods in order to maintain department deliverables)
• Position provides flexibility in that it is a combination of office, jobsite, and other remote work

 

Physical Demands

• Jobsite visits may occur therefore the following items are expanded from the traditional office role as applies:
• Stand, walk and sit; use hands to finger, handle, and maneuver or feel objects, tools, or
• Reach with hands and arms; be able to talk and to
• See well, either naturally or with
• Hear well either naturally or with
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull and reach
• Candidate must be able to gain access to construction work areas via ladders and stairs
• The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Working Conditions

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as in a typical office
• Wear personal protective equipment (hard hats, safety shoes, safety glasses, gloves, masks, earplugs and respirators).
• Ability to work flexible
• Loenbro is a drug free working

 

Benefits

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities.  If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity
• Exceeding Expectations
• Acting with Urgency
• Delivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer