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Director, Virtual Design & Construction

@ Jacobsen Construction
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Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:leading modeling, managing budgets, mentoring staff
Requirements Summary:Bachelor's in construction/engineering/architecture, 8+ years construction experience, 10+ years VDC/BIM experience, Revit and BIM expertise, leadership and team development, budget and project management.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Revit, BIM, sUAS, laser scanning
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Description

The Big Picture 

The Director, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) is the lead contact for strategy, process and day to day management of the VDC department in conjunction with the Manager of VDC and field VDC. The VDC Director maintains continuous contact with Operations, Estimating/Preconstruction, Business Development/ Marketing, and maintains professional relationships with designers, owners, subcontractors and software developers. 

 

 

 

 

What You Bring to the Team

 

  • Lead the production, coordination, and enhancement of 3D object-oriented models.
  • Lead the development, coordination, and management of 3D BIM models.
  • Support Business Development, Preconstruction, and Operations teams with model-related needs.
  • Develop project-specific modeling and Revit strategies during project startup.
  • Implement and maintain BIM standards, processes, and best practices across projects.
  • Provide advanced VDC expertise to solve operational challenges and evaluate emerging technologies.
  • Support project teams in executing BIM processes and project-specific VDC initiatives.
  • Develop and manage budgets for project modeling efforts.
  • Lead or perform VDC services, including trade coordination, visual scheduling, quantity takeoffs, and virtual mock-ups.
  • Integrate safety and quality initiatives into BIM and VDC workflows.
  • Establish project-specific coordination protocols across disciplines.
  • Identify innovative ways to leverage model-based data throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to BIM and field VDC team members.
  • Coach and develop employees through regular feedback, training, and growth opportunities.
  • Create and maintain high-quality BIM content; conduct model reviews for coordination and quality control.
  • Support projects with modeling and coordination needs through construction and closeout.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

 

How You Contribute

 

  • Partner with client-facing teams to promote services and support business development efforts.
  • Use strong communication skills to help project teams solve problems with digital tools and workflows.
  • Collaborate effectively with project managers, owners, subcontractors, and self-perform teams.
  • Demonstrate strong planning, organization, and goal-achievement skills.
  • Successfully manage multiple projects while tracking requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Lead, develop, and oversee the VDC team to drive performance and growth.
  • Build and maintain a highly skilled, solution-oriented team.
  • Leverage current and emerging VDC technologies (e.g., sUAS, 360° documentation, laser scanning, point layout, and lift drawings) throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Provide technical support and training on VDC software and systems to improve collaboration and project efficiency.

 

 

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of construction industry experience, preferably with MEP coordination.
  • 10+ years of experience with VDC/BIM processes and technologies.
  • Experience working with subcontractors, subcontract management, and self-perform construction is preferred.

Summary

Estimated wage ranges that may appear on this site have not been provided or verified by Jacobsen Construction. We look forward to discussing our compensation package with qualified candidates through the application process.

Jacobsen offers a generous benefits package including Preferred Provider options (requiring a co-payment for appointments and prescriptions) and a Consumer Directed Health Plan (sometimes known as a high-deductible plan). Jacobsen pays for the majority of health insurance premium costs. Employees and their dependents are eligible for health, dental and other benefit coverage on the first full day of the month following one full month of employment. Jacobsen also offers a qualified retirement plan, Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)/Profit Sharing Plan and paid, personal time off, upon fulfillment of eligibility requirements.
Jacobsen Construction Company, Inc. is an EEO Employer
We welcome all qualified jobseekers. Jobseekers will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

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