VDC Engineer

CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY MANAGER

The Korte Company is seeking an experienced Construction Technology Manager to join our team in Highland, IL or St. Louis, MO.

Construction Technology Manager is responsible for the research, implementation, maintenance and ongoing use of technology as it relates to corporate and project missions. This includes vetting technology choices when necessary, training on best practices, and ensuring compliance for consistency, data insight, and reporting initiatives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

General

• Research, vet, and implement new technology as it relates to The Korte Company's corporate mission as well as individual project successes
• Maintain customization and access to all technology as it relates to The Korte Company's business and project needs
• Respond to and manage technology support and troubleshooting
• Assist Director of Technology & Development to negotiate and Maintain technology/software contracts
• Work though operational process improvement, including KPI metric reporting and insights

Staffing & Training

• Continuously update, train, and support technology use and processes to enhance efficiency and profitability of project management, preconstruction and field teams
• Assist in establishing technology best practices and update per The Korte Company's business and project needs

VDC & Project Support

• Organize and lead clash detection and MEP/BIM coordination with project teams including owners, subcontractors, and designers
• Assist project teams in determining required Subcontractor participation and function as the "Model Administrator" for assigned projects
• Establish / modify project specific VDC Guidelines prior to bid or preconstruction efforts
• Assist projects to create virtual construction/BIM execution plans for individual projects and pursuits
• Assist project teams with review / approval of Subcontractor adherence to VDC Standards, including model submittal schedule and updates as well as updating of the model(s) to reflect as-built conditions for submittal of the record set / project close-out

Company Support

• Advise and assist employees with process and methods as defined by company standards
• Assist with business development and participate in proposals and interviews
• Assist in the adoption of VDC and QC tools across Korte's book of business
• Anticipate and correct problems and implements changes

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.

• Strong organization and time management skills
• Confident and effective communicator to individuals and groups
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional in actions and appearance
• Effective interactions with customers, subcontractors, employees and assistants
• Strong computer skills

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

Qualified applicants will have:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture, completion of relevant certificate programs or equivalent.
• 7-10 years experience in the construction industry
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Project Manager, VDC Manager, Superintendent or similar role
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of and direct support experience in required software

(Navisworks, Revit, Bluebeam, Procore, etc.)

• Past experience in implementing and conducting training for company procedures, software, or workflows
• Demonstrate ability to lead teams and solve complex problems

ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY

The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Vegas, NV.

This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. Only fully qualified candidates should apply. No phone calls, direct mailings or drop-in inquiries allowed. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.