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Who We Are

VEC is a leading construction technology services provider at the forefront of innovation in the construction industry, delivering cutting-edge technology solutions that improve how construction projects are planned, designed, and built. Our mission is to challenge the status quo and reshape the built world so humanity can thrive sustainably.

We partner with contractors, engineers, and developers/owners across the United States and deploy our team of construction and technology professionals across large, complex projects in sectors including Data Centers, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Technology, Education, Transportation, Aviation, Commercial Office Space, and Public Works.

We value our VECommunity, continuous improvement, and helping the best build better.

What You Will Do

We are seeking a VDC Project Manager with expertise in electrical systems to oversee BIM/VDC efforts on complex electrical construction projects. You will collaborate closely with electrical contractors, project managers, and field teams to ensure constructability, accuracy, and seamless execution of electrical systems on the project.

This role requires extreme ownership in four key areas:

• Project Leadership & Execution: Oversee BIM/VDC coordination for electrical scopes from kickoff to installation.
• Quality Assurance (QA/QC): Ensure electrical models, layouts, and prefabrication drawings meet industry and field standards.
• Bidding, Proposals & Change Orders: Support electrical project pricing, estimation, and scope changes.
• Client Service & Relationship Management: Work closely with electrical contractors, project managers, and field teams to provide top-tier VDC support.

Additionally, you’ll contribute to business development, mentor BIM/VDC specialists, and drive process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Own the VDC/BIM process for electrical scopes, from project setup to execution and final closeout.
• Manage electrical model development, coordination efforts, and installation drawings.
• People Management: Build and develop the project team to ensure maximum performance, providing purpose, direction, and motivation. Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with appropriate stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes.
• Scheduling: Oversee and maintain project schedules in collaboration with the Project Coordinator and VDC Specialists within the Project Management tool.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks & mitigation measures.
• Lead BIM coordination meetings, ensuring electrical layouts align with mechanical, plumbing, and structural trades.
• Estimating: Prepare accurate and strategic cost estimates and project proposals.
• Conduct site visits to validate constructability, resolve field issues, and support installation teams.
• Change Management: Analyze project progress and, when necessary, adapt scope, timelines, and costs to ensure that the project team adheres to project requirements.
• Resource Management: Monitor and assign resources appropriately to streamline project efficiency and maximize deliverable outputs.

Technical Excellence & Quality Control

• Ensure electrical models and prefabrication drawings meet contractual and field installation requirements.
• Perform clash detection, routing optimization, and conduit coordination in Navisworks and Revit.
• Work with electrical contractors to develop prefabrication strategies, spool drawings, and material takeoffs.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, and specifications to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Assist in power and lighting layouts, underground conduit routing, and panelboard coordination.

Client & Business Development Support

• Serve as the primary technical cooperator for electrical contractors: foremen and project managers.
• Support cost estimating, scope development, and change order tracking for electrical VDC work.
• Contribute to marketing efforts, proposal development, and industry networking opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience: 5+ years in VDC/BIM project management; prefer electrical experience.
• Communication & Client Engagement: Ability to work closely with electrical contractors, project managers, and foremen.
• Industry Expertise: Strong knowledge of NEC codes, conduit layouts, lighting, and electrical installation best practices.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: Ability to analyze coordination challenges and develop innovative, field-ready solutions.
• Software Proficiency: Navisworks, Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Procore, and 3D modeling software.
• Extreme Ownership Mentality: Take full responsibility for project success, client satisfaction, and team performance.
• Leadership & Team Management: Experience managing BIM specialists, remote teams, and project coordination efforts.

VEC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In accordance with federal and state laws, VEC does not discriminate in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, ancestry, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history cancer or genetic characteristics), veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or gender expression, HIV/AIDS status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.