VDC Manager

Overview

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a VDC Manager to be responsible for the planning and allocating of VDC resources, preparation of VDC budgets, and overall success of coordination efforts for projects across their assigned business unit. This role will primarily sit in the office.

 

Who are we?  

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1873. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! 

 

Who are you? 

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.  

 

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.  

Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. 

 

What’s in it for you?   

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. 

Responsibilities

• Autonomous in leading project coordination on simultaneous projects
• Ensure all VDC project deliverables are delivered on time and within the stipulated scope and budget
• Lead initiation and planning of VDC scope and ensure technical feasibility
• Ensure resource availability and allocation
• Forecasting and executing on staffing needs for projects responsible and BU
• Develop a detailed plan to monitor and track the coordination progress of the project
• Coordinate with internal and external parties for the flawless execution of project coordination
• Manage relationships between clients and stakeholders
• Measure VDC performance using appropriate project management tools
• Perform risk management analysis to reduce project risks
• Report and escalate to upper management as and when needed
• Monitor quality and execution of comprehensive coordination documentation
• Coach and develop team of VDC Engineers & Managers
• Integrated into BU sales strategy and forecasting project pipeline
• Lead 6-8 VDC deliverables at one time, including through the work of direct reports
• Subject matter expert (SME) leading one of the sub-focus groups within the overall Peer Group; responsible for externally (from VDC) communicating findings of sub-focus group

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• BA/BS/MS degree in Architecture, Engineering or BIM related specialties
• 5+ years of VDC Coordination experience
• 1 or more years of supervisory experience
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong time-management and analytical skills
• Expert user of BIM and design software (Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, In-design)
• Firm understanding of complex design concepts and integrated building components and systems
• Proven leadership skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
• Ability to effectively delegate tasks to a team of VDC Engineers
• Ability to me