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:

L iving with Integrity

E xceeding Expectations

A cting with Urgency

D elivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer