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VDC Engineer
Granger Construction
DetroitOn-site2w ago
- Employment
- Full-time
About the role
- Create, manage, and coordinate BIM models across all project phases, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with project standards
- Develop and modify 3D model elements, including applying materials and textures and generating construction documentation
- Perform advanced clash detection and lead resolution of spatial conflicts across architectural, structural, and MEP systems to prevent field issues and rework
- Create schedules and quantity takeoffs from models to support planning and decision-making
- Support design development by translating concepts into constructible, model-based solutions
- Troubleshoot modeling and coordination challenges, analyzing issues and recommending practical solutions
- Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal project teams to align project goals and improve communication
- Support and participate in coordination meetings, including documenting clear and detailed meeting minutes
- Assist with virtual mock-ups and constructability reviews to validate design intent and installation sequencing
- Support the VDC Manager by helping manage the project’s VDC environment and ensuring all modeling and coordination requirements are met
- Provide VDC/BIM technology support to project teams and help drive adoption of tools such as BIM software, AR/VR, and point cloud data
- Stay current on emerging technologies and industry best practices to continuously improve VDC workflows and solutions
- High rate of clash identification and resolution prior to construction
- Accuracy of models, including geometric precision and alignment with as-built conditions and required Levels of Detail (LOD)
- Strong model quality, including clean geometry and efficient structure to avoid downstream technical issues
- Consistent production output (models, drawings, analyses) aligned with project schedules
- Strong schedule performance and reliable forecasting of VDC deliverables
- Effective adoption and use of VDC technologies across project teams
- Clear communication and reliable follow-through with stakeholders
- Strong understanding of construction principles, building systems, and project delivery methods
- Advanced proficiency in BIM and VDC tools such as Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, BIM 360, and related modeling and coordination software
- Proven ability to identify design conflicts, analyze complex information, and propose practical, creative solutions
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across disciplines
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and shifting project priorities
- Experience with MEP systems or coordination workflows
- Experience with AR/VR tools, point cloud data, or laser scanning workflows
- Field experience or exposure to construction operations
- Passion for improving processes through technology and innovation
- Work on meaningful, complex projects with highly collaborative teams
- Use cutting-edge VDC tools to influence project outcomes early
- Learn continuously and grow your technical and leadership skills
- Partner with project and field teams who value trust, clarity, and proactive problem-solving
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