Deputy Director, Design Technology & VDC

JOB SUMMARY: The Design Technology & VDC Manager will develop first-in-class Design Technology and VDC skill level throughout the company.

JOB DUTIES:

• Work with discipline directors to identify, recruit, train, mentor, and provide career direction to discipline-based BIM coordinators.


• Manage monitoring and reporting of the technology and innovation implementation performance progress.


• Lead VCD readiness to support lean construction concepts like prefabrication.


• Identify opportunities to improve performance in areas like interoperability with platforms used by our clients and consumers, like Procore.


• Maintain, implement, monitor, and adjust Vestal CAD/BIM standards and procedures.


• Maintain membership and participate in select applicable professional organizations and encourage others in BIM careers to do the same.


• Maintain automation/scripting (Dynamo, Python, Grasshopper)


• Maintain interoperability between software (Revit ↔Plant 3D ↔Civil 3D)


• Lead onboarding of new BIM resources.


• Develop and implement compliance, monitoring and  training programs to ensure Vestal is collectively using all the VDC tools efficiently as a team.


• Work with Director of IT regarding IT systems requirements.


• Comply with Company’s Quality Control and Project Management procedures.


• Promote a positive working environment in order to achieve the organization’s goals.


• Perform other duties as assigned.


• Support the development of long- and short-range vision for company VDC


• Monitor VDC security


• Update and publish reports


• Must comply with Vestal Corporations’ core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintaining sound relationships among and with employees.
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a Vestal Corporation office.

Frequent site visits.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and able to operate a computer and other office equipment.


• Must be able to move about the office to access office equipment and other office buildings within the Vestal office complex.


• This position frequently communicates with others and must be able to exchange accurate information.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILL / ABILITY / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.


• Minimum 5 years of experience with BIM software is required.


• Experience with LiDAR equipment is preferred.


• Master level using Navisworks and Revizto is preferred.


• Experience with, and understanding of, Engineering, Architecture, and Construction terminology is required.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Revit, AutoCAD, Plant 3D, Civil 3D, ReCap Pro, Dynamo, Python, Grasshopper ).


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Proven ability to read and understand both 2D and 3D drawings is preferred.


• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.

• Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.


• Ability to effectively interact with co-workers, clients, vendors, and other business contacts.


• Curiosity and willingness to keep up with technological development