Virtual Design Construction Engineer

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Virtual Design Construction (VDC) Engineer to lead and manage VDC activities for estimates, projects, and shop fabrication assignments. This role ensures VDC activities comply with internal company standards, proposed construction methods, and external client requirements. The VDC Engineer will utilize expertise in 3D modeling and design software such as 3D Max, Revit, and Navisworks to develop and oversee VDC deliverables that drive project efficiency, quality, and success.

VDC Engineer Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage all aspects of Brennan Model Uses on assigned projects.
• Develop 3D models of existing project sites using data from laser scanning, photogrammetry, surveys, drone captures, customer-supplied models, and 2D plan sets.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle.
• Generate 3D models with added dimensions (e.g., time) to track progress, plan, and illustrate construction sequences.
• Identify and resolve potential spatial issues, coordinate fitment and constructability, and conduct clash detections using compiled models.
• Create detailed plans, elevations, sections, renderings, shop drawings, proposal images, and phasing models.
• Design models for permanent and temporary facilities, including formwork, scaffolding, earth retaining systems, and other engineered construction systems.
• Translate model information for material fabrication, project layout, and automated equipment control.
• Document as-built conditions, asset installations, and surrounding environments for internal and client records.
• Manage Autodesk Vault utilization and file management processes.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to define deliverables, data exchange requirements, and project-specific needs.
• Ensure company standards and best practices are applied to all assigned VDC projects.
• Lead and coordinate VDC meetings, workflows, and deliverables for project teams.
• Assign tasks to VDC Technicians, VDC Engineers, and other contributors for integration into federated models.
• Train and guide project teams on VDC workflows and software tools.
• Run reports such as bills of materials, quantity takeoffs, clash reports, and earthwork designs using 3D authoring software.
• Review work performed by VDC Technicians and operational staff.
• Maintain and update the company model use document and VDC folder structure on Autodesk Construction Cloud Build.
• Other duties as assigned.

VDC Engineer Qualifications:

• Technical, Associate, or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
• 5-10 years of experience with 3D authoring software, including Autodesk Civil 3D, 3D Max, Revit, Navisworks, Infraworks, and Inventor.
• Experience in building, heavy civil, fabrication, manufacturing, or marine construction industries is required.
• Strong knowledge of estimating, scheduling, and project management principles.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, documents, and 3D/BIM models.
• Experience with geospatial and technical software for field layout, data collection, and fabrication.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with project managers, superintendents, schedulers, estimators, engineers, clients, and other stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively explain VDC deliverables.

Who is Brennan?

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. (Brennan) is a 100-year-old, family-owned company that specializes in water-based environmental remediation and marine construction headquartered in La Crosse, WI that offers our employees growth, challenging work, empowerment, and meaningful work. Brennan is known for tackling complex maritime projects, providing unique solutions through teamwork and collaboration, and maintaining a family-orientated culture.

Why choose us?

• We are a company voted by our employees as a certified Great Place to Work, for the eighth year in a row recognized by Fortune magazine as a Best Workplacein Construction.
• Our culture sets us apart. We strive to make our company the best possible place to work. We work hard to continue to build a culture in which every individual is important and the key to our success.
• Our focus on safetyand quality is unmatched in the industry, and our ability to innovate has enabled us to succeed.
• We are a family-focused company and are determined to provide a rewarding career that offers above-average compensation.
• We offer an industry-leading benefits package. We are proud to offer our employees and their families group health, dental and vision insurance plans, 401(K) program with generous matching, annual bonus eligibility and profit-sharing program.

J.F. Brennan Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

J.F. Brennan Company Inc. ("Brennan") and its subsidiaries will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Brennan, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Brennan mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Brennan employees, or to Brennan's resume database will be considered Brennan property. Brennan will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Brennan will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Brennan's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Brennan will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Brennan's Chief Human Resources Officer or his/her designee. No other Brennan employee is authorized to bind Brennan to any agreement regarding the placement of candidate by Agencies.