Greater Philadelphia, PA - VDC Engineer 2025

Job Description Whiting-Turner is looking for a self motivated, energetic, detailed oriented, tech savvy person to help Looking for a self-motivated, energetic, creative, technology-driven, detail-oriented, quick-thinking, innovative person to join our internal Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) team. Job Responsibilities include:

Qualified candidates should: Understand building construction, engineering, and/or architecture. Have on the job or class experience with BIM software programs and technology.

Thrive in a team environment both contributing to larger projects and producing independent work. Have an innately curious, forward-thinking personality to push innovative ideas in all aspects of daily tasks. Be able to multi-task and deliver parallel successful products.

Typical Daily tasks include: Creating virtual simulations to validate and improve site logistics, safety concerns, building sequencing, scheduling, and VR experiences. Manage 3D coordination activities with operation teams from project kickoff through closeout.

Perform preconstruction model tasks - quality verifications, schedule validations, constructability reviews, and virtual mock-up production. Drive research and development of new software, hardware, and technology to optimize the team's execution and overall project quality. Required Skills Skill Set:

Software proficiency required: General computing skills SketchUp CAD Revit Navisworks Rendering software (i.e. Lumion) Other required skills:

Able to read drawings and understand specifications, building codes, and other technical data. Familiar with MEPF system design. Have excellent written and oral communication.

Ability to work well with cross-discipline teams. Data analytics, visual programming, and VR/AR experience. Education/Experience Bachelors degree with preference given to Architectural, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management related degrees or Associate degree in a VDC/BIM technical concentration with 3-5 years of experience.

BIM software, hardware, and technology knowledge. The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans. Required Experience Basic qualifications for Entry-Level Engineer candidates include:

Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology. Knowledge of engineering principles. Knowledge of basic business principles sufficient to project and monitor expenses.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel. Ability to read and understand technical specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, product/material installation instructions and engineering/architectural drawings. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics or working with craft workers.