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Pepper Construction Group

Virtual Construction Manager - MEP

Pepper Construction Group, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm with offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio. We serve primarily the private sector and combine the resources of a national company with a local, hands-on approach.

Please note: This is not an IT job. Qualified applicants will have experience in the commercial construction or design industry.

Position Summary Pepper Construction is looking for a dynamic Virtual Construction Manager to join our Indiana team. The ideal candidate will have thorough knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) technology, strong experience with design and construction processes and documentation, and a passion for leading-edge BIM/VDC. This role requires exceptional leadership and the ability to facilitate project collaboration through VDC services on our projects.

The Virtual Construction Manager will be primarily responsible for leading the MEP BIM Coordination process with trade partners, including planning, scheduling, and leading the MEP Coordination process. The role also involves involvement in other BIM and VDC processes across project life cycles, such as design model coordination, underground utility coordination, visualization, modeling, virtual mock-ups, model-based estimating, 3D coordination, logistics, and reality capture. The role maintains contact with the Vice President of Virtual Construction to support Operations, Quality, Safety, Preconstruction, Business Development/Marketing, and client relationships.

Major Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and implement processes utilizing appropriate technology platforms through the project life cycle (design and construction to facilities management).

Support Business Development, Preconstruction, and Operations teams.

Strategize project-related modeling and coordination requirements with project teams at job startup.

Manage and implement BIM processes and standards in collaboration with project teams.

Educate Operations on BIM processes and train team members to navigate and operate BIM software.

Establish and manage project-specific budgets, scope, and schedule for BIM and VDC efforts.

Consult with designers, consultants, and contractors to establish and maintain file management and BIM protocols.

Lead the MEP Coordination process and perform VDC services such as design model coordination, MEP coordination, building enclosure coordination, visualization, modeling, virtual mock-ups, model-based estimating, 3D coordination, logistics, and reality capture.

Infuse safety and quality methodologies into VDC efforts; stay informed on VDC best practices and evolving software.

Assist in developing the company’s VDC-related goals, initiatives, and standards; develop project-specific coordination protocols.

Develop new ways to utilize model-based workflows and technologies in various project phases; participate in collaboration across Pepper’s offices and share best practices.

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Virtual Construction Management, Construction Management, or related field.

Minimum of five years’ experience in the design or construction industry.

Self-motivated with ability to produce high-quality work with little oversight in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Advanced knowledge of BIM/VDC software applications such as Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD.

Familiarity with workflows and solutions such as Laser Scanning, Drone flights, Synchro, Faro Scene, ReCap, gaming engine technologies, 3DS Max, Computational BIM software (Dynamo, Grasshopper, Solibri), Autodesk Construction Cloud, animation, and 2D/3D rendering.

Detailed understanding of design and construction processes.

Ability to review and understand construction documents; strong leadership and people-management skills.

Detail-oriented with excellent organization, problem solving, and communication skills.

Ability to build and maintain strong working interpersonal relationships.

Why Pepper?

Great benefits (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) match.

Vacation time, PTO, holidays, floating holidays, and more.

Student loan repayment program.

Opportunities to network and grow professionally.

A supportive team environment that celebrates success.

Engaging and fun company-wide events and volunteer opportunities.

Meaningful work bringing a positive impact to communities.

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Pepper does not sponsor work visas.

Additional Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Construction

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