VDC Manager
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Job Location
Walbridge, OH -
Job Category
Virtual Design and Construction (VDC)
Based in Toledo, Ohio since 1982, GEM Inc. is a singular resource for customer facility and process construction needs. GEM offers design, renovation, upgrade, consolidation and relocation services for process manufacturing and industrial customers and directly employs its team of skilled construction craftspeople. GEM is part of the Rudolph Libbe Group with offices in Cleveland and Lima, Ohio and Plymouth, Michigan. For additional information, visit RLGBuilds.com.
GEM Inc. is seeking a VDC Manager to lead our VDC team in our Walbridge, Ohio location.
• Manage VDC project timelines, resources, and budgets. Track progress and ensure milestones are met in line with the overall project schedule.
• Coordinate VDC manpower with VDC project managers to meet project deadlines.
• Support project coordination with GEM’s Regional Offices and Rudolph Libbe Inc.
• Estimate costs for VDC work and generate proposals for customers.
• Develop and implement standard VDC workflows for consistency across the organization.
• Oversee BIM database(s) build-out, standardization, and development.
• Drive project design/detailing to capitalize on prefabrication opportunities.
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and other CAD programs to create plans, elevations, sections, and isometric drawings for installation and prefabrication.
• Perform quality control checks on BIM models and drawings to ensure accuracy to project standards, best practices, current means and methods, and standardization.
• Develop and implement training programs to improve team knowledge of VDC tools, BIM software (e.g., Revit, Navisworks), and other digital technologies, ensuring ongoing professional growth.
• Manage BIM software subscriptions for users and preserve established relationships with software vendors.
• Oversee the procurement and usage of laser scanners, robotic total stations, 360 imaging, and other construction technology to improve VDC and field operations.
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in design processes and workflows.
• Strong proficiency in BIM software (e.g. AutoCAD Plant3D, Revit, Navisworks, etc)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• A commitment to associate development and the ability to create learning and growth opportunities for VDC team members.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office suite – Excel, Outlook, Word
• 4-year engineering degree or completion of pipefitter apprenticeship
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership or management role
GEM Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
GEM Inc. is seeking a VDC Manager to lead our VDC team in our Walbridge, Ohio location.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee and mentor VDC technicians to develop accurate BIM models based on project requirements to optimize project delivery.• Manage VDC project timelines, resources, and budgets. Track progress and ensure milestones are met in line with the overall project schedule.
• Coordinate VDC manpower with VDC project managers to meet project deadlines.
• Support project coordination with GEM’s Regional Offices and Rudolph Libbe Inc.
• Estimate costs for VDC work and generate proposals for customers.
• Develop and implement standard VDC workflows for consistency across the organization.
• Oversee BIM database(s) build-out, standardization, and development.
• Drive project design/detailing to capitalize on prefabrication opportunities.
• Use AutoCAD, Revit, and other CAD programs to create plans, elevations, sections, and isometric drawings for installation and prefabrication.
• Perform quality control checks on BIM models and drawings to ensure accuracy to project standards, best practices, current means and methods, and standardization.
• Develop and implement training programs to improve team knowledge of VDC tools, BIM software (e.g., Revit, Navisworks), and other digital technologies, ensuring ongoing professional growth.
• Manage BIM software subscriptions for users and preserve established relationships with software vendors.
• Oversee the procurement and usage of laser scanners, robotic total stations, 360 imaging, and other construction technology to improve VDC and field operations.
• Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in design processes and workflows.
SKILLS
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams• Strong proficiency in BIM software (e.g. AutoCAD Plant3D, Revit, Navisworks, etc)
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• A commitment to associate development and the ability to create learning and growth opportunities for VDC team members.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office suite – Excel, Outlook, Word
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• Minimum 5 years of design/BIM experience• 4-year engineering degree or completion of pipefitter apprenticeship
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership or management role
GEM Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.