Director - VDC

VDC Director The VDC Director is responsible for defining and leading Skanska's enterprise digital construction delivery strategy across complex building portfolios. This role establishes governance, standards, and data frameworks that enable model-driven planning, coordination, cost and schedule integration, and reliable project execution from preconstruction through turnover. Operating as a senior partner to operations, project controls, and commercial leadership, the VDC Director drives consistent delivery outcomes, scales emerging VDC technologies, and builds organizational capability to support safety, quality, sustainability, and long-term value creation. Duties and Responsibilities: Define and champion enterprise-level VDC strategy, including BIM execution frameworks, standards, LOD definitions, naming conventions, and data exchange protocols to ensure consistency across projects and portfolios. Oversee federated model development and multidisciplinary coordination practices, institutionalizing clash detection/resolution workflows and driving issues to timely closure to reduce rework. Integrate model data with schedule (4D), cost (5D), and project controls at the portfolio level to support planning, pull planning, forecasting, and executive decision-making. Lead enterprise initiatives to enable and scale model-based estimating, procurement, prefabrication, and offsite strategies in coordination with estimating leadership, trade partners, and fabrication vendors. Establish and govern model QA/QC, model health audits, version control, and data integrity policies to meet owner, contract, and regulatory requirements. Sponsor and scale reality capture programs (laser scanning, photogrammetry) and model validation processes to standardize as-built verification and improve turnover accuracy. Translate strategic model outputs into field delivery standards—installation sequencing, logistics frameworks, quantity validation, shop drawing support, and as-built capture—to improve installation accuracy and site productivity. Build, mentor, and develop VDC leadership and technical teams; set staffing strategies, resource plans, and succession pipelines to elevate capability and consistency across projects. Define enterprise data schemas, interoperability requirements, and reporting standards to enable consistent, model-driven workflows and analytics across functions. Collaborate with IT and digital innovation teams to evaluate, pilot, and deploy new technologies (cloud collaboration platforms, automation scripts, digital twin frameworks, IoT integrations). Track and report portfolio VDC KPIs and model health metrics; prepare executive summaries and client-facing insights that demonstrate measurable impacts on safety, schedule, cost, and sustainability. Knowledge of Reality Capture technology including 360 cameras, web cameras, LiDAR, and drone capture to support digital project delivery requirements to reflect the built environment. Develop office-based budgets and staffing plans to support VDC and technology adoption for appropriate use on projects. Partner with senior operations, project controls, and design to embed VDC into risk and opportunity management, schedule and cost control, and enterprise delivery standards. Support pursuits and preconstruction: develop VDC narratives, constructability visualizations, risk mitigation plans, and resource estimates for proposals. Partner with individual Project Team leadership to define VDC goals for new projects and align resource requirements and strategies. Monitor progress during project life cycles to achieve goals. Support the responsible adoption of technologies like AI that can be applied to the construction industry to improve efficiency, support decision making, and mitigate risk. Other Duties: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time. Education and Experience: Required Qualifications: 10+ years of experience with VDC in construction 10+ years of progressive VDC/BIM experience with several years in leadership or management roles overseeing multiple projects or teams. 10+ years' experience in BIM authoring with Autodesk Revit Architecture, Structure and MEP. Experience with other authoring platforms such as ArchiCAD, Tekla, AutoCAD, Microstation, Autodesk Fabrication, Autodesk Inventor, CAD-Duct and related tools is desirable. 10+ years' experience in Autodesk Navisworks for construction analyses such as coordination and clash prevention, quantity takeoff and 4D simulation is required. Experience with other BIM analysis and construction management tools such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (formerly BIM360), Synchro, Solibri, Tekla CM, etc., is also desirable. Proven experience implementing and governing BIM Execution Plans, standards, LOD definitions, naming conventions, and data exchange protocols across projects or portfolios. 4+ years' experience reading drawings, specifications, building codes, and other technical products and material specifications, as well as interpret and manage VDC contractual obligations and responsibilities. Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field or 8 years equivalent experience plus minimum 10 years prior relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications: A thorough understanding of common building systems as well as related means and methods. Expertise with construction coordination processes is strongly preferred Knowledge of Construction Management software tools such as Procore, Autocad, Revit, Sage Estimating, On-Screen Takeoff or equivalents. Knowledge of Reality Capture technology including 360 cameras, LiDAR, and drone capture. Advanced Knowledge of Industry terminology Familiarity with or Experience using financial software for timekeeping and expenses such as JD Edwards or equivalent Strong written and verbal communication skills including experience utilizing email, phone, and Microsoft office platforms Understands basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching and process execution. Knowledge of data reporting software tools such as PowerBI or equivalents, to better communicate KPIs and other data visuals. Competencies / Skills: Is recognized as an expert with a specialist/authority level understanding and application in: 3D Model Development: Uses software applications to develop and modify 3D models to match project requirements. Building and Construction Knowledge: Applies building and construction knowledge, utilizing experience and current developments in the industry to safely build quality projects. Risk and Opportunity Management: Identifies potential risks related to operations, contracts, or project execution. Develops mitigation plans and strategies to control the impact of negative situations or to maximize opportunities throughout the life cycle of a project. Schedule Adherence and Tracking: Adheres to project timelines. Tracks information important to maintain schedule adherence. Has advanced knowledge and ability to coach/guide others in: Plans and Specifications: Reads and interprets design and construction plans to determine technical specifications. Design Intent: Reads and interprets design requirements to identify and communicate flaws or necessary enhancements. Tools and Technology: Identifies and uses the appropriate technology and systems to support project visualization and execution. Has demonstrated proficiency in: Data Accuracy: Leverages information within survey systems to interpret field data, align with the model and ensure accuracy. Quality Management: Establishes processes to meet quality standards. Monitors work practices to identify concerns or issues that do not meet these quality standards. Follows contract provisions for necessary corrective action. Quantity Calculations: Calculates quantities of materials needed for construction as determined by models and contract documents to generate cost estimates. Has a basic understanding of: 2D Drafting and Detailing: Identifies and uses drafting software applications to develop drawings that aid in the design and construction of projects. Maintains current knowledge of software applications and drafting procedures. The Physical Side of the Role: This role is primarily office-based, involving significant computer work, document review, meetings, and other administrative tasks that require prolonged sitting. However, it also includes regular visits to active job sites, where you may spend time on your feet walking on even and uneven surfaces, navigating stairs, ladders, or hoists, and inspecting work in progress. The role requires visual acuity—including near and far vision, color perception, and depth perception—for reviewing plans and evaluating field conditions. While physical demands are moderate, you should be comfortable performing occasional bending, kneeling, and reaching, as well as lifting and carrying materials/equipment up to 40 pounds when needed. The work environment is a mix of climate-controlled office settings and field conditions that may involve exposure to outdoor weather for short durations. Work Environment/Conditions: This job is performed both in the office and in the field on an active construction site. Field work requires experience and confidence working in and around heavy industrial equipment and systems, which includes average to Skanska constructions