VDC Manager

Overview

The VDC Manager is responsible for a single, large, high profile project, a VDC department, a component of a VDC department or the VDC function within a business unit.

Responsibilities

• Depending on business unit workload, may take on any and all responsibilities of the VDC Engineer or Senior VDC Engineer in regards to quality of deliverables, document production, etc.
• Develop BIM execution plans
• Create staffing plans for projects within assigned department/business unit
• Develop and lead the VDC component in sales/BD pursuits
• Assist project teams in writing scopes of work
• Set VDC recoverability, profitability, and overall budget for the VDC business unit, unless managed by Senior VDC Manager or VDC Director
• Manage, mentor and develop 1-3 other VDC team members
• Understand the Factors of Success criteria to clients and designers, then adapt proposed services in a pragmatic manner to best assure the highest levels of client satisfaction

Qualifications

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Leverage Business Insights – Understand and act on industry trends, local market and economic conditions and our business model to make decisions and create competitive advantage.
• Deploy a Strategic Mindset - Take a broad, global perspective when considering proactive solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that might develop in the future.
• Display Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrate the capacity to recognize feelings and patterns of behavior and those of others. Manage emotions effectively in ourselves and our relationships.
• Build High Performing Teams - Demonstrate the capacity to recognize our feelings and patterns of behavior and those of others. Manage emotions effectively in ourselves and our relationships.
• Drive Team Accountability - Determine priorities and delegate work; monitor and communicate progress.  Establish measures to assess the impact, quality and timeliness of results; praise success and learn from mistakes.
• Coach and Develop Others - Provide feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities.  Plan for and support development of individual skills and abilities.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• BS or MS degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management
• 3-5 years of relevant experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient in all Gilbane VDC software platforms
• Ability to assist in advanced D-VDC software troubleshooting and mid-level hardware troubleshooting
• Capable of completing VDC Engineer/Senior VDC Engineer typical duties/responsibilities
• Understanding of local and national market conditions

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.