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Assist with and learn Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) coordination and processes with supervisory oversight, for reviewing design models including 2D detailed documentation, drawings, and 3D models for construction projects on site, using various VDC software tools. Assist with and learn other VDC workflows including simulation models and production tracking; and provide estimating, preconstruction, and reality capture support.

This role will have a primary focus on software engineering to support continual innovation and develop custom applications and data solutions that improve workflows and address industry challenges.

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) meeting coordination, file management, and document control.
• Write product and system development code.
• Review code developed by peer developers and provide feedback and best practices
• Read and understand construction plans, specifications, and other related documents to assist with reviews of VDC processes to align with contracted requirements.
• Learn to use VDC 3D modeling, model-based information, and related software for assigned tasks, provide progress reports to supervisor, and be receptive to learning about construction management.
• Assist with VDC coordination of engineering tasks such as preparation, and review of submittals and project Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Assist with Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination scheduling management and support tracking, writing, and distribution of BIM Coordination meeting minutes and action items.
• Assist with processes and software associated with clash detection and BIM Coordination, including writing and implementing BIM execution plans.
• Understand process and assist with publishing and performing quality control on Design Models.
• Understand process and assist with site control and surveying workflows and model-based layouts.
• Understand process and assist with developing model-based take offs, estimating practices, and variance reporting.
• Assist with compiling quantity variance reports for estimating and for change management.
• Assist with reality capture services, including laser scanning and data processing tasks.
• Assist with simulation planning and modeling (e.g., site and safety logistics, schedule sequencing and visualization).
• Assist and learn about other VDC workflows including production tracking, mixed reality (VR/AR), facilities management, drawing creation (e.g., slab penetration, beam penetration), and pursuit modeling.
• Pursue opportunities to learn about construction and building methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement team discussions.
• Approach tasks collaboratively and foster professional relationships and communication with teammates, Trades, design partners, and clients.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in VDC or related technical major, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other related field of study, and minimum of 1 year of related experience, or in a related role, or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Strong skills and experience in web development (e.g HTML, Javascript/JQuery/JSON, CSS, MySQL/SQL, and server-side coding (PHP preferred).)
• Strong skills and experience with using SDKs for existing software applications. Person must be fluent in Python.
• Summer internship/co-op experience in construction management, VDC, or software development highly desired
• Able to read and understand contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedule
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with attention to detail
• Able to produce work and collaborate with others using online collaboration tools, and manage multiple communication workstreams
• Time management skills, able to meet commitments and deadlines
• Demonstrate intellectual curiosity, eagerness to learn and participate, and quick adoption of technology
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office suite of applications required, and basic knowledge of BIM based computer applications (e.g., Autodesk Navisworks Manage, Revit, Construction Cloud (ACC), AutoCAD, and similar BIM authoring/management tools) preferred
• Travel as required

  Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is occasionally required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

  Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at office locations and off-site venues. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly work at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

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