vConstruct is looking for motivated and dynamic individuals with a passion for Planning and BIM to join the Planning team. As part of the Planning team, Planning Engineer – BIM will engage in various Planning and BIM processes ranging from schedule review, assisting schedule creation, to creating a 4D BIM model showing the construction sequence of a project.
Key Responsibilities:
The Planning Engineer – BIM creates Building Information Models (BIMs), i.e., 3D/4D BIM models / simulations for commercial construction projects.
And is also accountable to create high quality deliverables and outputs on schedule using best practice workflows, act independently to manage the assigned work and deliverables, work closely with project manager to plan project implementation & manage the project team till successful project delivery.
Indicative project responsibilities include:
- Study drawings, and other project related documents like RFIs and addendums. Make necessary changes in models accordingly.
- Developing BIM model with various levels of detail for Structure, Architecture and Site as per design documents and BIM XP.
- Project set up & implementing processes using relevant tools like Revit, ACC/BIM360 & Synchro. Use automation wherever possible.
- Create a 4D Construction Sequence Model by linking 3D BIM model & schedule activities.
- Review, identify issues in the schedules using 4D BIM Model & raise it to the project team.
- Check the quality of work for accuracy before submissions to client teams. Meet quality metrics established for project.
- Participate and manage project planning and implementation for estimates, schedule and resources.
- Communicate and participate in meetings with onsite international project teams. Most client meetings will happen between 5 PM and 10 PM IST.
Additional responsibilities may include:
- Schedule creation from scratch based on project inputs and milestones, if provided.
- Review schedule & extract reports using tools like Primavera P6 for the Project teams.
- Analyze BIM data in using database tools and power BI visualization.
- Generate High Quality renders from Revit models using tools & plugins like Enscape, Lumion, Twinmotion, etc.
- Advanced Visualization using Unreal Engine to enhance the visuals of 4D BIM Model.
- Using Unreal Engine to create AR, VR &/or MR experiences.
- Training and coaching other team members, doing technical training of new hires.
- Apply and improvise best practice technical and software workflows.
- Research new features in tools and explore automation to improve current workflows.
Desired Qualifications and Qualities:
The foremost quality desired is a passion for Construction Technology, including but not limited to BIM. Successful candidates will demonstrate agility to adopt new technology, attention to detail to ensure accurate information for construction personnel on site, eager to experiment and learn, and work in a highly collaborative and creative team set up.
The successful candidate will possess:
1. Working knowledge of BIM methods and tools.
2. Knowledge of overall construction process ranging from Design to es, BIM, BIM tools and construction technology.
3. Working knowledge of any prominent BIM tool like Revit, Navisworks & Synchro.
4. Experience with dynamo and coding (python or equivalent) is desirable.
5. Strong communication skills.
6. Experience with client relation management and team management.
7. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or closely related field.
8. At least 1 year or more experience in BIM or planning field, or 1 year or more experience as engineer / planner in construction site.
About vConstruct
Building Better, Smarter, Faster is in our DNA.
We are a team of 350+ enthusiastic construction engineering and technology experts who are passionate about increasing the predictability of building better products by applying smarter processes while striving for faster delivery. We provide services and solutions to the Construction Industry in Virtual Design and Construction (VDC), Project Controls Management, Accounting, Software Development, Data Science and Analytics. On any given day, we make an impact on 100+ construction projects across the globe through our services and solutions. We are a subsidiary of DPR Construction, a U.S.A. based technical builder that specializes in highly complex projects in Healthcare, Life Sciences, Advance Technology, Higher Education and Commercial buildings.