VDC Engineer

The Digital Engineering Group promotes a holistic approach to design and construction model-based services and technologies. The group defines the company strategy around the use of BIMs, data integration across models and departments, and cultural change across project teams to realize significant risk reduction on construction cost and schedule.

Leveraging the design, engineering, and construction knowledge of Suffolk and Suffolk Design, the Digital Engineering Team is charged with executing Virtual Design & Construction, Plan + Control, and creating innovative solutions in tech and process to ensure Suffolk is the best contractor in every region it operates.

This position supports Digital Engineering, Virtual Design & Construction, and Plan + Control for Suffolk's Mission Critical business. Executing these services on one or more Suffolk projects is the prime responsibility of this role.

The Digital Engineer supports Digital Engineering, Virtual Design & Construction, and Plan + Control for Suffolk's Mission Critical business. Executing these services on one or more Suffolk projects is the prime responsibility of this role.

Support the successful delivery of Digital Engineering, Virtual Design & Construction, and Plan + Control for Suffolk's Mission Critical business.
• Demonstrate an ability to meet project specific deadlines for both the team and the individual
• Laser Scanning & Registration - perform field-based capture of 3D spatial point cloud data using laser scanners for use in existing conditions BIM development and the construction QA/QC
• Surveying - perform field-based project control using Total Stations to maintain accuracies in the laser scanning and photogrammetry processes; perform QA/QC and layout on various construction projects
• Photogrammetry - perform field-based drone photography and 3D photogrammetry data capture. Requires successful passing of the FAA Part 107 UAS Operator Exam
• Applicants must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position which may include:
• Lifting of equipment (10-25 pounds)
• Occasional confined space work
• Extended periods of standing
• Exposure to outdoor elements (cold, rain, snow, heat)
• Occasional extended travel (typically less than 2 weeks) as needed by workload
• Develop 3D, 4D, and 5D models for site safety & logistics plans and trade coordination.
• Support Plan + Control management and delivery, ensuring successful project team experiences with all approved 3^rd party vendors.
• Provide training and support of software and tools to project teams.
• Proactively develop and maintain relationships with new and existing project teams.

• 4-year degree in an accredited industry related curriculum.
• 1-5 years of VDC related design and/or construction experience.
• Ability to read and understand contract documents and drawings, to navigate 3d models, and to identify different building systems.
• Competency with the following applications: Procore, Autodesk Suite, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam at a minimum.

Necessary Attributes:

• Maintains high service levels even when working under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Resourceful with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as a collaborative partner on a team.
• Highly organized and detail oriented; able to prioritize and multi-task.
• Monitors delivery; identifying, managing, or escalating potential risks.
• Maintains responsibility for day-to-day interaction and relationships with all project stakeholders.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stands; walk; and reach with arms and/or hands. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee will spend their time in an office environment with a quiet to moderate noise level. Job site walking. Suffolk provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, gender identity, age or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Suffolk will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination toward, or harassment of, applicants or employees by anyone at Suffolk, or anyone working on behalf of Suffolk