Senior VDC Manager

<p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">This is a remote role within the United States. US work authorization is required.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About VIATechnik:</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">VIATechnik is the global leader in Virtual Design and Construction. We have over 400 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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">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.</span></p> <p><br><br></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">The role:</span></strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">We are looking for a Senior VDC Manager who can lead enterprise-level projects for large general contractor clients. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">We need someone who is very comfortable with ambiguity and always looks for the win-win in negotiations and discussions. You will be a key member of this department's management team.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">In this role you will:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Report to VIATechnik Directors and Studio Leads on VDC/BIM services. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Manage VDC/BIM projects including 3D BIM creation, clash detection, clash resolution, 4D simulations, 5D quantity and/or cost analysis, point cloud to BIM, virtual reality, augmented reality, and other VDC/BIM applications. Implement BIM for trades focusing on construction and fabrication including the creation of coordination documents and spool drawings, enabling BIM to factory and BIM to field, automated layout, etc. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Integrate BIM and Lean concepts to achieve optimized VDC processes, technical delivery, and client success on projects across architecture, structure, and MEP trades.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Serve as the main point of contact and account manager to one of our enterprise clients based on the West Coast. Serve as the primary interface and cultivate client relationships. Present work to clients. Conduct and/or actively participate in meetings with clients.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Create detailed schedules, project plans, and budget projections to effectively manage projects to successful completion. Proactively identify and communicate gaps in planning to clients and stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Participate in interviewing, selecting, and reviewing employees within the department as needed.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Assist in providing estimates, take offs, and bids for potential work and change orders.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements, including actively supporting the creation of playbooks and standard operating procedures. Enhance VIATechnik's goal of continuous improvement within our company, for our clients, and for the industry. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Responsible for on-time completion, overall budget, quality, and client satisfaction on projects. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Align resources, plan work, coordinate, and manage a team of BIM specialists, other VIATechnik project team members, and third party vendors. Includes presenting project scope and instructions to the team, ensuring all questions are answered, team output is received on time, and that the team is producing high-quality work.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Learn and present new VDC technology applications for our team and clients.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Travel to client sites and other VIATechnik company locations. </span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Contribute to the VIATechnik culture of professional development and knowledge sharing by participating in and leading training efforts.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Serve as the people manager for VIATechnik employees from entry to manager levels as assigned. Includes supporting career development, feedback, training, and project execution success for all direct reports.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">What's in it for you:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><em>Purpose</em>: this is an opportunity to lead VDC initiatives on some of the most ambitious construction projects in the world. You will shape the way our enterprise clients execute design, coordination, and construction by integrating next-generation digital tools and workflows.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><em>Growth</em>: you will gain exposure to complex, multi-trade environments, develop strategic client leadership skills, and contribute directly to the evolution of VIATechnik's national VDC practice. The role offers advancement into higher-level operational and strategic leadership positions.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><em>Motivators</em>: you will operate in an innovative, technology-forward culture that values autonomy, creativity, and measurable results. Every project you lead will have a visible impact on both client success and the advancement of digital construction practices across the industry.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">Apply if you have:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">A bachelor's and/or master's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or similar.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">5-8 years of project management experience for a general contractor.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">2-4 years of experience implementing BIM/VDC workflows on large, complex construction projects.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong technical understanding of project management processes, tools, systems, workflows, and schedules.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Deep understanding of project requirements and goals, as well as how to accomplish them</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Proven ability to manage multiple simultaneous VDC projects, including scope, schedule, and budget, with minimal oversight.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong technical proficiency in reading and interpreting construction documents (drawings, specs, submittals, and contracts).</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Demonstrated leadership in team coordination, resource planning, and project delivery across remote and cross-functional teams.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of building trust with clients and internal stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">A positive outlook and strong ability to steer difficult conversations to positive outcomes.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Availability for occasional travel to client sites.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span style="line-height: 115%;">Even better if you have:</span></strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">A strong understanding of construction processes.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Experience overseeing BIM/VDC implementation across the full project lifecycle, from design development to fabrication and installation.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">A track record of training others, developing SOPs, or contributing to internal process improvements.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Experience supporting proposals, estimating, and change order development for VDC-related scopes.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Experience working for small GCs where you've touched every aspect of projects.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Strong ability to mentor junior team members and support their career development.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">A project management certification or degree.</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Familiarity with Lean principles, Agile delivery, or integrated project delivery (IPD) methodologies.</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Compensation and featured benefits:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">The pay for this position is <strong>$130,000 – $145,000</strong>, 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, location, and experience</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Dental and vision insurance. We cover up to 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and up to 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen)</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Open and flexible time off</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Home office setup costs</span></li> <li><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Paid holidays</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">As a minority and woman owned and led company, VIATechnik seeks to build a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; color: #ffffff; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">#LI-Remote</span></p> <p> </p>

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