Senior VDC Engineer

Gilbane Building Company

Senior VDC Engineer leading constructability and coordination tasks for Gilbane projects in Rochester, MN. Engaging in training opportunities and teamwork while delivering project VDC outcomes.

Posted 6/18/2026full-timeRochester • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $99,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently Completes VDC Coordination and Reality Capture processes with little supervision
Supports the implementation of Baseline and Enterprise VDC standards
Understands and applies Building Information Modeling (BIM) Standards and Specifications (BS&S) and BIM Execution Plan (BEP) on projects
Responsible for the quality and execution of day-to-day VDC project deliverables and processes; relays project issues and staffing and equipment challenges to the VDC Manager as needed
May assist in drafting project coordination schedule and reviewing with the VDC Manager
Coaches and mentors less experienced team members in other regions/Business Units (BUs)
Communicates with internal and external project teams; facilitates meetings to resolve project issues, review schedules, or other project documentation
Utilizes 3D design software to identify, communicate, and resolve project challenges
Utilize Reality Capture technology, such as laser scanning and drones, to support project deliverables
Combines all building discipline models into the coordination model
Reviews the coordination model for constructability issues utilizing the software’s clash detection capabilities
Assigns responsible party(s) for issue resolution; verifies and documents with meeting minutes, submittals, RFIs, and updated models
Displays areas of subject matter expertise
Gains exposure to various project delivery methods and market sectors, and how to apply VDC
Participates in BU office and department activities including orientation programs, training sessions, and peer group meetings
Responsible for 2-4 project VDC deliverables under little supervision
Supports a positive and inclusive work environment
Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Information Modeling (BIM) or related field
3-4 years of VDC Coordination experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong time-management and analytical skills
Strong knowledge and proficiency with BIM and design software
Knowledge of complex design concepts and integrated building components and systems
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment while coaching and mentoring VDC engineers
Ability to create 3D coordination models to facilitate the coordination process
Strong proficiency with reality capture hardware, software, and processes
Strong proficiency with 3D software and ability to model, dissect, and leverage the software for construction purposes
Ability to read construction schedules and tie activities to VDC deliverables
Ability to prioritize project tasks to achieve project VDC deliverables deadlines
Ability to display areas of subject matter expertise.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive health and welfare benefits
Generous profit-sharing/401k plan
Multi-dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University

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Hard Skills & Tools

VDC CoordinationBuilding Information Modeling (BIM)3D design softwareReality Capture technologyclash detectionproject coordinationconstruction schedulesproblem-solvingtime-managementanalytical skills

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillscoachingmentoringcollaborationteamworkadaptabilityfacilitationpositive work environment