Director of BIM/VDC

Overview

We are seeking an experienced BIM / VDC Director to join a fast-scaling electrical contractor based in Houston, to lead and develop our Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) strategy across a growing portfolio of complex construction projects. This role will be responsible for overseeing BIM standards, driving digital construction innovation, and managing a team of BIM/VDC professionals to ensure projects are delivered efficiently through coordinated digital workflows.

The BIM / VDC Director will collaborate closely with executive leadership, operations, project management, and field teams to integrate BIM-driven solutions that improve coordination, prefabrication, scheduling, and overall project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Develop and implement the company-wide BIM/VDC strategy aligned with business and operational goals.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of BIM Managers, Coordinators, and VDC Specialists.
• Establish and maintain BIM standards, workflows, and best practices across all projects.
• Champion innovation and adoption of emerging construction technologies.

Project Support & Coordination

• Oversee BIM execution plans and digital coordination processes for major projects.
• Support project teams with 3D coordination, clash detection, constructability reviews, and digital planning.
• Ensure BIM models are used effectively for prefabrication, scheduling, and field installation.
• Work closely with project management teams to integrate BIM processes into project delivery.

Technology & Process Development

• Evaluate and implement new software, tools, and technologies that improve digital project delivery.
• Manage the BIM technology stack including platforms such as Autodesk Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, and collaboration tools.
• Develop workflows that integrate BIM with estimating, scheduling, and prefabrication processes.

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Partner with operations, estimating, and preconstruction teams to leverage BIM during early project phases.
• Work with field teams to ensure models translate effectively into installation and construction workflows.
• Support business development teams by demonstrating BIM/VDC capabilities during client pursuits.

Quality & Standards

• Ensure BIM deliverables meet company, client, and industry standards.
• Develop internal training programs to improve BIM competency across the organization.
• Maintain documentation for BIM procedures, templates, and standards.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in BIM, VDC, or digital construction within the construction industry.
• 5+ years of leadership or management experience leading BIM/VDC teams.
• Strong knowledge of BIM platforms including Revit, Navisworks, BIM 360 / Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Experience supporting large-scale commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects.
• Proven ability to implement BIM strategies that improve project coordination and efficiency.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with electrical contractors or MEP trades.
• Knowledge of prefabrication and modular construction workflows.
• Familiarity with 4D scheduling and 5D cost modeling.
• Experience implementing digital construction initiatives at a company-wide level.

Key Skills

• Strategic leadership
• BIM/VDC implementation
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Digital construction technology
• Team development and mentoring
• Process improvement and innovation

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Opportunity to shape and lead a cutting-edge digital construction program
• Work on high-profile, technically complex projects
• Career growth within a rapidly expanding organization