Virtual Construction Engineer Jobs in Chicago, IL

The Senior Virtual Construction Engineer is a technical leader responsible for planning, overseeing advanced BIM/VDC workflows on complex construction projects.They provide strategic direction formodel basedcoordination, and deliverable development while mentoring junior staff.This roleleadsmultiple complex BIM coordination efforts while reporting to higher staff.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, or related field, or equivalent years of experience

• A minimum of three (3) years VDC experience

• Advancedproficiencyacross BIM industry software such as Autodesk Navisworks,Revitand AutoCAD

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage federated models, clash detection, and coordination issue resolution

• Deep understanding of point cloud processing,analysisand incorporation into VDC efforts

• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently

• Strong communicationskills with project teams and leadership

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Proven experience leading coordination efforts on active construction projects

• Strong understanding of construction documents, building systems, assemblies, phasing, trade coordination workflows

• Ability to interpret andvalidateshop drawings and submittals
  

• Leads advanced trade coordination efforts on complex new construction and renovation projects, including clash detection, issue tracking, coordination meetings, integration of shop drawings and RFIs, and preparation of coordination reports.

• Manages Virtual Construction project setup and model administration, including folder structures, naming conventions, file processing, and development of complex federated models in alignment with project controls and company workflows.

• Applies discipline-specificscopeknowledge and BIM Execution Plan requirements to define coordination needs and deliverables, including specialized efforts such as core drilling coordination for building conversion projects.

• Independently produces and oversees advanced BIM/VDC deliverables, including trade composite drawings, overlay studies, point cloud processing, sitelogisticsplans, and related documentation using company-standard tools.

• Establishes and enforces project-specific QA/QC procedures to ensure model accuracy,coordinationcompleteness, adherence to standards, and alignment with project coordinates.

• Collaborateswith Field Engineering and Reality Capture teams toestablishproject requirements, point of originselection, and effective integration of reality capture data.

• Evaluates coordination challenges and develops creative, constructable solutions byleveragingexperience and technicalexpertise.

• Aligns Virtual Construction deliverables with construction schedule milestones and supports project teams in meeting critical deadlines.

• Provides technical oversight and mentorship to junior staff, guidingassignmentsand promoting efficient, high-quality workflows.

• Supports cost management for VC projects and actively advances technology adoption, automation, and innovative workflows to enhance project delivery.

• Autonomy + Accountability

• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products and services

• Works independently, receives minimal guidance

• Accountable for own work andpossibly otherson the team

• Business Impact

• Impactsown team, adjacent teams, and potentially across the company

• Decisions are made with minimal guidance and may affect the success of the department / revenue group

• Contributes to strategic market sector / department business development planning

• Talent Development

• Serves asalead for the team, leading small projects

• May have formal supervisory responsibilities

• Providessubject matter guidance to team members with less experience

• Problem Solving + Resiliency

• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on practice and existing precedents or procedures

• Gathers and analyzes data toidentifyand solve problems that arise with little or no precedent

• TRUST

• Excellence in Service- Fulfilling our clients' highest expectations

• Inclusion- Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging

• Integrity- Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions

• Building Relationships- Creating andmaintainingstrong partnerships through leadership, creativesolutionsand hard work