VDC Project Manager - VIATechnik
Chicago, IL
About the Job
This is a hybrid role and we are open to candidates in New York, Chicago, and Denver. This position will require 1 to 2 days a week working in the office. US work authorization is required.
About VIATechnik:
VIATechnik is the global leader in Virtual Design and Construction. We have over 300 digital experts around the globe. The firm's services include Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Building Information Modeling (BIM), Virtual & Augmented Reality, Digital Twins, and Enterprise Software Application Development.
We work on some of the industry's largest and most interesting projects such as Apple's new headquarters, Virgin Hyperloop One, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) modernization & expansions, Denver International Airport, Chicago O'Hare International Airport, Hudson Yards, the Atlanta Falcons Stadium, Chase Arena, the Tesla Gigafactory and many more. Our team is made up of leading VDC professionals, technologists, architects, and engineers who have a passion for solving problems and a thirst for learning. We are results-driven, creative solution finders and enjoy putting ourselves in our clients' shoes.
The role:
We are looking for a process-driven, strategic-thinking VDC Project Manager who can effectively organize and lead projects. This role will focus on driving project success while supporting and developing our project teams. You'll have the opportunity to apply your project coordination/management and technical skills across a multitude of projects and contribute to world-class thought leadership around BIM and VDC. The ideal candidate is someone who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and has a deep passion for developing and implementing BIM processes across teams.
In this role you will:
- Work on the project management of VDC/BIM projects across the VDC spectrum.
- Serve as the primary interface to clients and cultivate client relationships. Present work to the client. Conduct and/or actively participate in meetings with the client.
- Communicate with clients, team members, and other stakeholders to understand their complex needs and use that information to create complex project roadmaps.
- Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements. Enhance VIATechnik's goal of continuous improvement within our company, for our clients, and for the industry.
- Contribute to our culture of professional development and knowledge sharing by participating in and leading training efforts.
Apply if you have:
- A bachelor's and/or master's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management or similar
- 5-10 years of project experience for a general contractor, 5+ years in a VDC capacity.
- Strong technical understanding of project management processes, tools, systems, workflows, and schedules
- Deep understanding of project requirements/goals and how to accomplish them
- Excellent interpersonal skills, excelling at developing relationships
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and leadership skills
- Knowledge of primary building systems - foundations, primary building structure and walls, mechanical, electrical and plumbing, fire protection, specialty systems, conveying systems and interior finishes and the sequence of assembly of each.
- Availability for occasional travel to client sites
Even better if you have:
- Led online meetings across remote project teams.
- Proficiency in leading trade coordination, running and managing clash detection and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience with producing constructable, field valuable collateral.
- Managed BIM and VDC across the project lifecycle.
- A track record of effectively working with and/or managing teams remotely.
- Experience managing multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
- A proactive and flexible attitude
Compensation and featured benefits:
- The pay for this position is $110,000 - $116,000, and the role is eligible for bonuses. The actual salary offer may be different as we carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, location, and experience
- Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 70% of the premiums for dependents
- Dental and vision insurance. We cover 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and 50% of the premiums for dependents
- Open and flexible time off
- A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately
- Home office setup costs
- Paid holidays
As a minority and woman owned and led company, VIATechnik takes diversity and inclusion to heart. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
VIATechnik is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.