Austin Commercial, LP
VDC Engineer (Houston, TX) - Austin Commercial (Architecture)
Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to grow your career at one of the industry's leading construction firms? Put your expertise and project engineering skills to work at Austin Commercial. Austin Commercial is currently seeking a VDC Engineer for our Houston, TX Division. We set the standard for commercial construction and we're looking for talented construction professionals to join us. Austin is 100% employee-owned, so every one of our employee-owners has a vested interest in our success. As a result, we consistently meet and exceed our customers' expectations with our commitment to safety, service, and integrity. Join us today. We Own It!
Responsibilities:
Functions as the BIM/VDC “Model Administrator” on assigned projects
Implements Austin Commercial BIM/VDC processes on assigned projects
Spends time at the jobsite implementing BIM/VDC field construction processes on assigned projects
Creates models, including site logistics, structure, interior/exterior architecture, and MEP/FP systems as needed
Validates model quality and accuracy
Performs model revisions and manages model distribution
Creates custom model components and families as needed
Creates, revises, and maintains 4D schedules
Develops and maintains BIM/VDC coordination schedules on assigned projects
Manages and distributes BIM/VDC coordination files on assigned projects
Leads and/or Manages the BIM/VDC coordination effort, identifying areas of conflict and leads conflict resolution
Tracks and reports on BIM/VDC coordination progress and efficiency
Creates and distributes coordination meeting minutes
Assists in BIM/VDC shop and field use drawing production and review
Supports BIM/VDC layout on projects and assists in field as-built verification
Validates model accuracy for model based quantity takeoff
Creates model based quantity surveys for estimate verification
Models components as needed for accurate quantity takeoff
Ability to support an FM implementation strategy based on Owner's needs and future goals
Supports the training of Owner's FM staff on implementation of FM software and workflows as required
Requirements:
BS/BA in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or completion of Construction Management Certificate Program or equivalent
A Minimum 3 years of project engineering experience - Field Engineer, Project Engineer, or equivalent if applicable
Thorough knowledge of construction related BIM/VDC processes and software
Strong problem solving, communication and public speaking skills
Thorough understanding of construction terminology and processes; construction materials and systems; and drawings and specifications
Thorough understanding of planning and scheduling concepts with a thorough understanding of construction work sequencing
Thorough understanding of quality control principles
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.
Benefits & Compensation
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan. We are proud to be a 100% Employee-Owned Company (ESOP)! To learn more about our employee-ownership structure, please go to https://www.austin-ind.com/our-company/100-employee-owned.
Austin Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About Austin Commercial
A leader in the commercial construction industry for more than 100 years, Austin Commercial delivers construction management services, and builds landmark projects such as aviation, healthcare, corporate/office, hospitality, higher education, sports/themed entertainment and semiconductor/fabrication plants.
To learn more about us, visit https://www.austin-ind.com/what-we-do/commercial.
No Third-Party Inquiries Please
This Company does not accept and will not consider unsolicited resumes or any other unsolicited candidate information submitted to the Company or any of its employee-owners by staffing agencies, search firms, or third-party recruiters in response to a posted vacancy. The Company will not pay any placement fee(s) without a written agreement to do so (i.e., payment must be required pursuant to the terms of a written agreement).
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