Sr VDC Manager - Data Center at Gilbane Building Company

St. Louis, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

VDC Management, Staff Leadership, Workload Management, Deliverable Execution, Enterprise Initiatives, Strategic Planning, Software Implementation, BIM Standards Development, BIM Execution Plans, Coordination Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Quality Monitoring, Budget Forecasting, Subject Matter Expert, Business Development, Stakeholder Relationship Management

Industry

Construction

Description

Overview Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Senior VDC Manager - Data Center to lead Business Unit(s) (BUs) VDC staff and is accountable for staff workload, deliverables, and execution on various projects within BU(s); leads enterprise initiatives and cross-regional/cross-departmental efforts. This role will sit in the office and on job sites as determined by project needs. Who are we? As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Who are you? You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual. You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane’s business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future. Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. What’s in it for you? Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. Responsibilities Supports VDC Director in creation of regional VDC strategic planning, training, software implementation, and BU Strategic Plans and Sales goals, and all other VDC activities; aligns sub-peer groups and initiatives with company goals and strategic plan Develops BU(s) workload, budget, strategic plan, training, and software implementation while reviewing with VDC Director and BU leadership Implements Baseline and Enterprise VDC standards independently Develops VDC Baseline project specific Building Information Modeling (BIM) Standards and Specifications (BS&S) and BIM Execution Plans (BEPs) Independently Develops the project coordination schedule, and reviews with the VDC Director; integrates project construction, coordination schedules, and reviews with project team Develops the project approach, scope and budget, and reviews with the VDC Director while aligning with the Project Executive and Controller Allocates the appropriate VDC resources across multiple BU(s) or project(s) Manages VDC Manager(s) and Engineer(s) day-to-day project requirements, deliverables, and deadlines are met Staffs projects with the appropriate VDC resources including people and technology, while managing and forecasting needs proactively with the VDC Director and BU leadership Monitors quality and execution of project deliverables and processes, and develops strategies to overcome challenges Develops BU(s) budgets, forecasts workload, and reviews these with the VDC Director and/or Operations Manager and Controller Serves as a proven Subject Matter Expert (SME) in one or more areas, and leads SME sub-peer group at National level; ensures expert knowledge is shared across the Company Develops content for and participates in Business Development (BD), sales, pursuits, and client interviews Builds and manages internal and external relationships with all project stakeholders to facilitate project success Participates in BU(s) operations including BUL, Operations Managers, PXs, Controller, HR; participates in strategic planning or sales strategy sessions; integrates and participates with support operation peer groups and company initiatives Facilitates and supports team communication and ensures project accountability; escalates and reports issues to upper management as needed Investigates and reviews new and emerging technology; Participates in pilot projects to test new software/processes Identifies and recruits top talent to support growth Attends or presents at industry events Leads or oversees 8+, or all BU(s) various VDC deliverables, possibly across multiple BU(s) or Project(s) Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals Collaborates closely with business development to ensure seamless integration with sales strategies including performance metrics on your assigned projects, pursuits, and client deliverables. Actively participates in opportunities to strengthen client, partner, and industry relationships that position Gilbane as the “Builder of Choice” Qualifications EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Building Information Modeling (BIM) or related field 8-10 years of VDC Coordination experience 3 or more years of supervisory experience Or equivalent combination of education and experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Strong problem-solving skills Strong time-management and analytical skills Expert knowledge of BIM and design software Strong knowledge of complex design concepts and integrated building components and systems Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment Ability to train and develop VDC Managers and Engineers on variety of VDC tasks and processes Knowledge of various project delivery types and market sectors and how to apply them to the VDC process Ability to prioritize tasks of self and direct reports to achieve VDC deliverables deadlines Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

Responsibilities

This role involves leading Business Unit VDC staff, being accountable for their workload and deliverables, and leading enterprise-wide initiatives across regions and departments. Responsibilities include supporting the VDC Director in strategic planning, developing BU plans, implementing VDC standards, and managing project-specific BIM documentation.