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Rockville, MD · On-site

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Virtual Construction Engineers frequently create and maintain digital models of construction projects, coordinate cross-functional team input, and detect and resolve potential design or scheduling conflicts using BIM technologies. You can expect to participate in regular virtual meetings with architects, engineers, and construction managers to align project goals and track progress. The role often involves reviewing drawings, running clash detections, updating models based on stakeholder feedback, and ensuring that digital project documentation is current and accurate. By serving as the bridge between virtual planning and real-world execution, you help keep projects on schedule and support efficient problem-solving before physical construction begins.

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A Virtual Construction Engineer leverages digital tools, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and simulation software, to plan, coordinate, and optimize construction projects. They work closely with designers, project managers, and engineers to improve efficiency, detect clashes, and ensure constructability before physical construction begins. This role enhances collaboration, reduces costs, and minimizes project risks by identifying potential issues early in the process.

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Virtual Construction Engineer

Wayne Brothers Companies

Davidson, NC • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Wayne Brothers rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Looking for VDC in and around any of our office locations in Davidson, NC, Walterboro, SC or Eagleville, TN.
POSITION SUMMARY
This job description identifies and describes the "core work tasks" for the WB Virtual Construction Engineer position. It is designed to specify the major work responsibilities and duties performed by individuals in this position and align to related duties for the WB Field Engineering Manager position to which it reports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
General Tasks
  • Assist the WBC Virtual Construction Manager with performing a variety of layout and surveying activities such as:
    • Measuring correct distances per drawings,
    • Marking and labeling survey points
    • Making field notes and sketches for each field line and grade shot taken,
    • Preparing drawings, isometrics, etc., and
    • Checking related calculations.
  • Adhere to all company and OSHA safety rules, regulations and guidelines.
  • Work as an effective member of a building group/team.
  • Schedule and report all maintenance for equipment (truck, total station, etc.)
  • Recommend potential equipment purchases to Virtual Construction Manager for meeting target growth plans. Survey Crew
  • Maintain proper usage and storage of all surveying equipment

  • Perform all assigned roles, responsibilities, and related work processes/tasks in the safest possible manner. Ensure that a safe, accident/incident-free work environment is maintained for all co-workers, customers, clients, suppliers, etc. at all times.

Pre-Construction Phase
  • Read and understand blueprints (i.e., architectural, formwork, structural, civil and MEP) and related specifications to transfer layout specifications to Auto Cad and to check varying dimensions.
  • Check plans and verify CAD versus written dimensions. Note all discrepancies to determine need for any RFIs and report findings to Virtual Construction Manager.
  • Review, if necessary and appropriate, alter project drawings for WB field crews (e.g., metal building, embed drawings, pier and pilaster details, base plate details, anchor bolt details, form layout plans/details, etc.) Create field-use drawings for formwork planning.
  • Establish locations for anchor bolts and other concrete embed materials in foundations, columns and walls.
  • Enter layout data for basic and advanced layout functions to achieve horizontal and vertical control from established monument(s) for footings, concrete slabs and multi-story buildings using "radial stake-out" technology. Enter dimensions into Survey Pro software Tekla Structures and/or Civil 3d

Construction Phase
  • Periodically check calibration (i.e., PPM settings and collimation) for total station and all other layout equipment (i.e., site level, rod) to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • Transfer "control" elevations throughout job site as necessary. Record "level loops" in project field-book. (Note: Minimum of two control elevations to be established for field reference throughout project duration. Use of 4' above finished floor mark or cast #6 rebar or larger)
  • Double-check horizontal and vertical control on-site using a minimum of three established control points.
  • Evaluate the appropriateness of footing, column, pier, anchor bolt, etc. control points with field staff on-site and determine suitability.
  • Layout footings, column lines (using batter-boards when feasible), re-bar placement, wall lines, embeds, anchor bolts, etc. on site and store data points for layout accountability. Provide verification of layout points as necessary.
  • Make daily reports to Virtual Construction Manager and/or WBC superintendent(s) as appropriate regarding project activities within the scope of these assigned duties and responsibilities.

Post Construction Phase
  • Assist Virtual Construction Manager with preparing data for "as-built drawings" during the construction phase to establish proper location of completed structures prior to back-filling operations. Record locations of anchor bolts, columns and walls and load data into Auto Cad software.

ID21Education and/or Experience
  • High School Diploma/GED - required
  • Diploma or Associate Degree in Surveying or Civil Engineering - Preferred
  • Vocational or technical training in construction - desirable

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
  • Carrying out assigned work tasks and processes with an assistant
  • Analyzing and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings, and various construction documents
  • Measuring and calculating accurately and precisely
  • Problem-solving and troubleshooting
  • Communicating/reporting with/to field engineering manager, superintendents, project managers and team members
  • Assisting with implementation of site safety and work-task plans
  • Recognizing and correcting job site hazards
  • Making precise judgments and decisions at the work task and process levels
  • Listening, speaking, calculating reading and writing at an advanced level.
  • Thinking logically and critically
  • Seeing and interpreting details close up and far away
  • Focusing consistently on Safety, Quality, Production, and Innovation
  • Interaction with other trades or subcontractors

Working Conditions
  • Outdoors - frequently
  • Indoors - occasionally
  • Loud noise - frequently
  • Temperatures - seasonal
  • Personal Protective Equipment - at all times
  • Multi-activity worksites - frequently
  • Traveling/out of town - required
  • 40 to 55-hour work week - frequently
  • Heights and depths - frequently

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED:
  • Construction documents - frequently
  • Surveying/measuring equipment (e.g., Auto level, laser levels, grade rods, robotic total stations, etc) - frequently
  • Hand and power tools - occasionally
  • Telephone - occasionally
  • Computer - frequently
  • Personal Protective Equipment - at all times
  • Fall protection - occasionally
  • Company vehicle - frequently

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • Valid driver's license - required
  • Journeyman status - preferred
  • OSHA - 10 Hour Certification - required
  • OSHA 30-Hour Certification - desirable
  • First Aid/CPR - desirable
  • WB Training and other certifications up through Foreman Level - preferred

Physical Demands
  • Lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds
  • Frequent lifting, bending, kneeling and reaching
  • Standing for long periods of time
  • Climbing ladders, working at heights, wearing/using fall protection harness
  • Using surveying equipment for precise measurements
  • Walking over un-even and varied terrain
  • Good eyesight
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